The question is: "Has Washington given up on fixing the economy?"   Answer: No. The economy (the public) has given up on fixing Washington.

Absolutely. Thumbs up 2U.

Puke, yucky! That is so perverse. His stepmother? This is hugely wrong, and for so many reasons that I'm at a loss as to where to begin. So, I'll leave it at that.   If you don't get it, then try reversing the roles. What if it was the stepfather making it with his stepdaughter?--same thing.

I'm not jealous of the very wealthy, per se. If they are more clever than I, worked harder, or simply had some breaks, well, that's okay with me. I've done my best, and so be it. But then, there is Mr. Madoff.....a cheaper, lower, sleazier excuse of a Human Being, I cannot fathom. A genuine example of a life's loser. L...more

I've yet to see any of the guys at my local fitness center in makeup. Nor have I encountered makeup- men anywhere in my fairly culturally forward neighborhood. Cosmetics is a broad category, which includes sunscreen, moisturizers, après-shave items, and skin conditioners. So, men may be taking better care of their skin...more

Jakki....honey, you aren't alone. A good friend of mine, too, is addicted to Diet Coke. He prefers Coke Classic, however, drinks diet for those same reasons cited in this news story. I'm not sure that you can kick the Coke addiction. Classic Coca-Cola, has a great taste, a caffeine high, and refreshing fizz; all, not e...more

Typically, I remove my posts that have too many thumbs-down. But.....I'm letting this one stay put. It's not right to speak badly of those who've passed.

TBR: Thank you. Evidently, too many people are either in hate-mode, or they haven't lived life.

When first I viewed Amy Winehouse's Porchester Hall performance, I was fascinated. Her hair and make-up could have arrived through a time-tunnel, direct from East L.A., circa 1963. Her attire was chic, but not too-so. And I loved Amy's singing drunk persona. Belting out songs, while guzzling a rum-coca, stashed to her ...more