Redefining Rape a Bad Idea

At this time, federal dollars can't be used for abortion except in cases of rape, incest, or when the woman's life is in danger. But the bill, introduced by Republican congressman Chris Smith, would narrow that use to "cases of 'forcible' rape but not statutory or coerced rape."

The wording of this proposed bill is dangerous and would deny abortions to women and girls who may have been raped while in an altered mental state due to drugs or alcohol and thus unable to consent. It would also deny abortion to anyone who was coerced, perhaps by threat of harm to themself or a loved one. Abortion must remain safe and legal for women of all income levels.

Please sign the petition to say "no" to this dangerously worded and narrow-minded bill.

Drill and Spill

 From Huffington Post

As a Facebook friend remarked, "Obama and Soros are 100% about Drill Baby Drill," and this article seems to support his thought. However, the article's point is that Obama should not be approving drilling off the coast of Brazil, but in U.S. waters. I believe the disaster in the waters near Louisiana shows just how erroneous offshore drilling is--period. I personally am disgusted that Obama approved ANY drilling. I thought I was voting for someone who cared more about our environment than Sarah "Drill and Kill" Palin, who, far more than McCain, sealed the deal for not casting a vote on the Republican ticket in 2008.

Yes, Dahlings, it is time for Tempest to confess. While generally I avoid talking politics, I will state that I did vote for Obama because I thought that he would repeal "Don't ask don't tell," and because I thought that he was more concerned about the environment, especially with Sarah "Kill the wolves" Palin on the Republican ticket. I will admit to being doubtful of my choice at this point, as Obama has proven himself to be equally apathetic regarding the environment, and "don't ask don't tell" is still in force. Mr. President, I am sorely disappointed.