"'Bush nullified my husband's success' - That was the idea' lady"-Lucianne.com - cultureshock Wed, Dec 17, 2003 at 22:18:10

Hillary Clinton urges Democrats to take back White House
KEN THOMAS
Associated Press
'MIAMI - Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton accused the Bush administration Tuesday of nullifying the success of her husband's administration and urged party activists to retake the White House next year.'

- cultureshock Wed, Dec 17, 2003 at 22:10:55

Hussein Document Exposes Network
Seizure Reveals Structure For Financing Resistance
By Bradley Graham
Washington Post Staff Writer
'BAGHDAD, Dec. 16 -- A document discovered during the capture of former Iraqi president Saddam Hussein has enabled U.S. military authorities to assemble detailed knowledge of a key network behind as many as 14 clandestine insurgent cells, a senior U.S. military officer said Tuesday.'

- cultureshock Wed, Dec 17, 2003 at 18:44:29

Congressman's Saddam comment ridiculous?
McClellan responds to query about contention capture was timed
By Les Kinsolving
WorldNetDaily
'At today's White House news briefing, WND asked presidential press secretary Scott McClellan about presidential candidate Howard Dean's position on the Iraq war, as well as an assertion by a Democratic congressman that the capture of Saddam Hussein was purposely timed.'

- cultureshock Wed, Dec 17, 2003 at 18:39:40

Teens want to wait for sex
WASHINGTON TIMES
'Two-thirds of U.S. teenagers who have had sexual relations wish they had waited longer, a new survey has found.'

HOW DOES RADICAL LEFT GET AWAY WITH THIS!?! - cultureshock Wed, Dec 17, 2003 at 18:33:07

Albright thinks Bush
hiding bin Laden
Tells Fox News' Kondracke she suspects political dirty tricks
WORLDNETDAILY
'Former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright told Fox News Channel analyst Morton Kondracke yesterday she suspects President Bush knows the whereabouts of Osama bin Laden and is simply waiting for the most politically expedient moment to announce his capture.

Kondracke made the announcement about what Albright told him backstage before an appearance on another Fox show on "Special Report With Brit Hume."'

- cultureshock Wed, Dec 17, 2003 at 18:25:22

Prostitute schoolteacher seeks return to class
After plea agreement PTA head thinks coming back might be OK
WORLDNETDAILY
'A former Berkeley, Calif., schoolteacher and prostitute fighting to keep her daytime occupation has pleaded no contest to disturbing the peace and was put on probation.'

- cultureshock Wed, Dec 17, 2003 at 18:20:45

Judge Grants Hinckley Unsupervised Trips
ASSOCIATED PRESS
'WASHINGTON (AP) - A federal judge said Wednesday that the man who shot President Reagan could make unsupervised visits with his parents away from the mental hospital where he has lived for more than two decades.'

- cultureshock Wed, Dec 17, 2003 at 18:15:31

Court OKs Law Banning Late-Term Abortion
By Associated Press
'CINCINNATI -- An Ohio law that bans a controversial late-term abortion procedure is constitutionally acceptable and the state can enforce it, a federal appeals court ruled Wednesday.
'

- cultureshock Wed, Dec 17, 2003 at 18:11:37

The pope approves
of 'The Passion'
John Paul II's response after viewing Mel Gibson film: 'It is as it was'
WORLDNETDAILY
'The pope approves
of 'The Passion'
John Paul II's response after viewing Mel Gibson film: 'It is as it was''

- cultureshock Tue, Dec 16, 2003 at 23:02:12

Cardinal pities Saddam, criticizes U.S.
Top Vatican official says captors treated ex-dictator like animal
WORLDNETDAILY
'A top Vatican official says he felt pity for Saddam Hussein as he watched video of the deposed Iraqi dictator in captivity and thinks the U.S. treated him like an animal.'

- cultureshock Tue, Dec 16, 2003 at 22:56:17

Congress Urged to 'Clean House' at FCC Over Profanity Ruling
By Melanie Hunter
CNSNews.com Deputy Managing Editor
'(Editor's Note: The following contains references to language the reader may find offensive.)
(CNSNews.com) - A pro-family group is calling on Congress to "clean house" at the FCC. The demand follows the FCC's ruling in October that the "f-word" does not violate the commission's obscenity standards.'

- cultureshock Tue, Dec 16, 2003 at 22:46:41

City censors nativity scene but not menorah
Residents sue officials who allow Jewish observance on public property
WORLDNETDAILY
'Two residents of Palm Beach, Fla., filed suit against the city yesterday because officials there allow the display of Jewish menorahs on public property but do not allow Christian nativity scenes.'

- cultureshock Tue, Dec 16, 2003 at 22:38:14

Democrat McDermott again in hot water over Saddam comments
By Matthew Daly
The Associated Press
'WASHINGTON — Rep. Jim McDermott, D-Wash., who earned headlines across the globe last year for criticizing President Bush while in Baghdad, is enmeshed in a new controversy over remarks he made about the capture of Saddam Hussein.'

- cultureshock Tue, Dec 16, 2003 at 22:32:46

Documents Tie Saddam to 'Mohammed's Army'
FOX NEWS
'Documents found with Saddam Hussein link the captured dictator to a Baghdad guerrilla network connected to "Mohammed's Army," a fighter group that has mounted resistance operations around Tikrit, Fox News learned Tuesday.'

- cultureshock Tue, Dec 16, 2003 at 22:24:29

Blair says earlier find of secret Iraqi labs points to need for continued WMD search
JILL LAWLESS
Associated Press Writer
'Clandestine biological laboratories that weapons inspectors found earlier this year in Iraq show the importance of continuing the hunt for the country's weapons of mass destruction, Prime Minister Tony Blair said in comments broadcast Tuesday.'

- cultureshock Tue, Dec 16, 2003 at 22:18:29

- cultureshock Tue, Dec 16, 2003 at 22:16:09 - cultureshock Tue, Dec 16, 2003 at 21:55:53 Bush Says He Could Back Gay Marriage Ban ASSOCIATED PRESS 'WASHINGTON - President Bush said Tuesday that he could support a constitutional amendment to ban gay marriage.' - cultureshock Mon, Dec 15, 2003 at 22:57:02 France Pledges to Help Reduce Iraq's Debt NewsMax.com Wires 'PARIS -- France said Monday it will work with other nations to cancel billions of dollars in Iraqi debt and suggested that Saddam Hussein's capture would open the way toward mending relations with Washington.' - cultureshock Mon, Dec 15, 2003 at 22:46:01 Vatican in security alert From correspondents in Rome NEWS.COM.AU 'ITALIAN police are taking the unprecedented measure of closing the main avenue leading to the Vatican every night over Christmas after an Israeli warning about the possibility of attacks on Christian sites.' - cultureshock Mon, Dec 15, 2003 at 22:38:59 Saddam's Capture Roils 2004 White House Race REUTERS 'WASHINGTON (Reuters)-Saddam Hussein's capture injected a dramatic new twist into the 2004 White House race on Sunday, bringing President Bush (news - web sites) more good news and complicating the message of his Democratic rivals.' - cultureshock Mon, Dec 15, 2003 at 22:29:28 Let's negotiate, Saddam says By Paul McGeough in Baghdad and Marian Wilkinson in Washington SMH.COM '' MTM GUTTER TV - cultureshock Mon, Dec 15, 2003 at 22:25:25 Actress Sues MTV, Snoop Over Fake Nude, Sex Scenes REUTERS 'LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - A Los Angeles actress has sued MTV and rapper Snoop Dogg, saying they edited her videotaped performance to make her appear to be naked and having sex despite her insistence that she wanted to appear in pajamas and would only consent to holding hands.' - cultureshock Mon, Dec 15, 2003 at 22:18:19 - cultureshock Sun, Dec 14, 2003 at 21:11:12 SADDAM CAUGHT! Former Iraqi leader discovered hiding at bottom of hole by home near Tikrit WORLDNETDAILY 'It took eight months. When it finally came, it was a surprise.' - cultureshock Sun, Dec 14, 2003 at 21:01:34 TIME Exclusive: Notes from Saddam in Custody Saddam is talking, but he isn't cooperative. New details on his capture and his first interrogation  By BRIAN BENNETT/BAGHDAD Time 'Saddam Hussein was captured on Sunday without a fight. But since then, according to a U.S. intelligence official in Iraq, the fallen dictator has been defiant. “He’s not been very cooperative,” said the official, who read the transcript of the initial interrogation report taken during the first questioning session.' - cultureshock Sun, Dec 14, 2003 at 20:56:09 'WE GOT HIM'U.S. soldiers with 4th Inf. Div. capture Saddam Hussein near his hometown Defenselink 'WASHINGTON, Dec. 14, 2003 — With three words – “We got him” – Ambassador L. Paul Bremer III announced at a press briefing in Baghdad today that U.S. forces had captured Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein near his hometown of Tikrit.' - cultureshock Sat, Dec 13, 2003 at 22:28:35 FCC embroiled in growing obscenity debate By Frank Ahrens / The Washington Post 'WASHINGTON -- Nicole Richie, star of the Fox reality show "The Simple Life," prepared to announce a category of nominees on the Billboard Music Awards on Wednesday night. Standing alongside was her co-star, hotel heiress Paris Hilton, who warned: "Now Nicole, remember, this a live show, watch the bad language."' - cultureshock Sat, Dec 13, 2003 at 22:18:57 Memo: 9-11 chief trained by Saddam Document says Atta in Baghdad under Abu Nidal's tutelage just before attacks WORLDNETDAILY 'Mohammed Atta, the hijacker believed to be the mastermind of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, was trained in Baghdad by Palestinian terrorist Abu Nidal, claims Iraq's coalition government.' - cultureshock Sat, Dec 13, 2003 at 11:10:21 Iowa Judge Grants Lesbian Divorce ASSOCIATED PRESS 'DES MOINES, Iowa -- An Iowa judge's divorce decree for two women has sparked a legal challenge that could help decide whether some states can bar same-sex unions while others permit it.' - cultureshock Sat, Dec 13, 2003 at 11:00:25 Judge rules Islamic education OK in California classrooms Dismisses suit opposing requirement students recite Quran, pray to Allah WORLDNETDAILY 'Requiring seventh-grade students to pretend they're Muslims, wear Islamic garb, memorize verses from the Quran, pray to Allah and even to play "jihad games" in California public schools has been legally upheld by a federal judge, who has dismissed a highly publicized lawsuit brought by several Christian students and their parents.' - cultureshock Sat, Dec 13, 2003 at 10:57:15 Nasty Language on Live TV Renews Old Debate FCC Takes Heat for Ruling on Adjectival Usage WASHINGTON POST 'Nicole Richie of the Fox reality show "The Simple Life," prepared to announce a category of nominees on the Billboard Music Awards on Wednesday night. Standing alongside was her co-star, hotel heiress Paris Hilton, who warned: "Now Nicole, remember, this a live show, watch the bad language."' ALERT*COMING TO THE TRUTH ON PSYCH MEDS! DANGEROUS*ALERT - cultureshock Fri, Dec 12, 2003 at 13:50:17 Britain Warns Against Some Antidepressants For Kids Channelcincinnati.com 'LONDON -- British officials say young people should not get most drugs in a common class of antidepressants because they can do more harm than good. The risks include an urge to commit suicide.' - cultureshock Fri, Dec 12, 2003 at 11:20:52 Religion leads to a merrier Christmas By Jennifer Harper THE WASHINGTON TIMES 'Who has the merriest Christmas? It's just as the old country pastor says: Those who keep the Christ in Christmas have the most satisfying holiday. "Religious people are happier than those without spirituality in their life," notes a new study from Britain's University of Warwick.' - cultureshock Fri, Dec 12, 2003 at 11:12:46 Carville: Gore Looks Like 'a Corpse' N CARL LIMBACHER, NEWSMAX 'Former Clinton war room capo James Carville is trashing ex-Vice President Al Gore's decision this week to endorse Howard Dean, saying that Gore looked like "a corpse" at Tuesday's announcement ceremony in Harlem.' - cultureshock Fri, Dec 12, 2003 at 11:02:59 2004 Economic Forecast Best in 20 Years, Conference Board Reports Business Journal 'NEW YORK - Revising its year-end economic forecast sharply upward, The Conference Board today projected that real GDP growth will hit 5.7% next year, making 2004 the best year economically in the last 20 years.' - cultureshock Fri, Dec 12, 2003 at 10:57:55 Sources: Al-Qaida outfitting ambulances for Iraq attacks U.S. military commanders believe Saudis supplying logistics, vehicles WORLDNETDAILY 'Al-Qaida has prepared 15 cars filled with explosives for suicide attacks in Iraq, reports intelligence newsletter Geostrategy-Direct.. ' - cultureshock Fri, Dec 12, 2003 at 10:53:47 Counselor suspended over 'religious advice' Student reportedly asked for Bible's take on homosexuality WORLDNETDAILY 'A dropout-prevention counselor at a North Carolina high school has been suspended for reportedly sharing Scripture with a student who was struggling with homosexuality.' - cultureshock Fri, Dec 12, 2003 at 10:51:17 Boy who killed girl: 'I did her a favor' Teenager denies video game inspired him to slay friend WORLDNETDAILY 'Though an alleged teen killer claims a popular violent video game had nothing to do with his murdering a young girl, the victim's father and others are convinced Grand Theft Auto III inspired the boy to bludgeon and stab his friend to death.' - cultureshock Fri, Dec 12, 2003 at 10:48:14 New speaker declares 'war on Schwarzenegger' Mexican-American Dem talks tough in Spanish, is conciliatory in English WORLDNETDAILY 'Fabian Nunez, the fiery Democratic assemblyman from Los Angeles set to ascend to the powerful speakership position, told a Spanish-language Mexico City newspaper he has "declared war" on Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger.' - cultureshock Fri, Dec 12, 2003 at 10:44:31 DEAN IN FOR N.H. BUSH-WHACKING: POLL NEW YORK POST 'WASHINGTON - A stunning new poll shows President Bush would clobber Democratic front-runner Howard Dean by nearly 2-1 in politically potent New Hampshire - even though Dean has a giant lead over Democratic rivals in the state.' - cultureshock Thu, Dec 11, 2003 at 12:32:08 Ruling on Campaign Finance Helps GOP NewsMax.com Wires 'WASHINGTON – The Supreme Court's ruling on campaign finance gives the Republicans, who raise far more in small donations, a big advantage in next year's elections for the White House and Congress.' - cultureshock Thu, Dec 11, 2003 at 12:27:14 Retired officers say they are gay By John Files The New York Times 'WASHINGTON · Three retired military officers -- two generals and an admiral -- who have been among the most senior uniformed officers to criticize the "don't ask, don't tell" policy for homosexuals in the military disclosed Tuesday that they are gay.' - cultureshock Thu, Dec 11, 2003 at 12:22:01 McCain-Feingold Ruling Angers Activists on Both Left and Right By David Von Drehle Washington Post Staff Writer 'It's not every day the National Rifle Association and the American Civil Liberties Union are outraged by the same Supreme Court decision.' - cultureshock Thu, Dec 11, 2003 at 12:19:27 Man not needed to make baby? Researchers grow sperm from stem cells, fertilize eggs WORLDNETDAILY 'Scientists have moved a step closer to creating life in a petri dish – without the use of a man.' - cultureshock Thu, Dec 11, 2003 at 12:16:51 GrinchList.com combats Christmas 'censorship' Virginia couple fight companies using politically correct term 'holiday' WORLDNETDAILY 'A new website has been launched to combat what the creators see as a growing intolerance for the term "Christmas" in American culture.' - cultureshock Thu, Dec 11, 2003 at 12:05:32 GOP hopes to paint Dean as the new McGovern By Ralph Z. Hallow THE WASHINGTON TIMES 'Republicans already are considering various strategies for President Bush to use against Howard Dean, the man they expect to head the Democratic presidential ticket next year.' - cultureshock Thu, Dec 11, 2003 at 12:02:28 Kerry blaming Bush for Kerry's own bill Blasts president over carcinogenic fuel additive he helped promote WORLDNETDAILY 'In a classic case of the political pot calling the kettle black, Democrat presidential candidate John Kerry blasted the Bush administration over failing to be accountable for the disastrous fallout of the use of a fuel additive deemed carcinogenic, without mentioning he was behind legislation that mandated its widespread use.' - cultureshock Wed, Dec 10, 2003 at 21:41:38 Iraqis demonstrate against terrorism UPI 'BAGHDAD, Iraq, Nov. 28 (UPI) -- Thousands of Iraqis took to Baghdad's streets Friday condemning terrorism and urging a halt to political violence.' - cultureshock Wed, Dec 10, 2003 at 16:26:37 Supreme Court OKs 'soft-money' ban Justices rule prevention of corruption outweighs free-speech limits WORLDNETDAILY 'A divided United States Supreme Court has given the green light to some of the key provisions of the 2002 "McCain-Feingold" campaign-finance overhaul intended to weaken the influence of money in politics.' - cultureshock Wed, Dec 10, 2003 at 16:19:28 Hil puts chill on Al's party plans By DAVID SALTONSTALL DAILY NEWS CITY HALL BUREAU CHIEF 'Once upon a time, the Clintons and the Gores shared everything, from political tickets to intimate White House dinners. But those days seemed long gone...' - cultureshock Wed, Dec 10, 2003 at 10:44:58 Global warming on Mars – without SUVs! Planet experiencing increased temperatures despite lack of humankind WORLDNETDAILY 'Though not subject to pollutants of human habitation, Mars appears to be undergoing global warming, with new data suggesting the planet is possibly emerging from an ice age.' - cultureshock Wed, Dec 10, 2003 at 10:16:37 Democrats' radio try sputters after 2 days Host quits show, saying he couldn't be funny, provocative doing 'infomercial' WORLDNETDAILY 'An attempt by Democrats to provide an alternative to what they consider is conservative-dominated talk radio flopped after just two days when the show's host quit.' - cultureshock Wed, Dec 10, 2003 at 10:12:01 Paul Harvey: Islam 'religion of peace' Conciliatory statement in response to Muslims' apology demand WORLDNETDAILY 'Responding to a demand for apology from a Muslim lobby group, radio commentator Paul Harvey issued a conciliatory statement yesterday suggesting "Islam is a religion of peace."' - cultureshock Wed, Dec 10, 2003 at 01:33:05 Ted Koppel, Anchor Provocateur Barbed Questions Stir a Heated Debate HOWARD KURTZ WASHINGTON POST 'n a third-floor conference room in Washington last Thursday afternoon, Ted Koppel decided it was time to talk about the elephant in the room.' - cultureshock Wed, Dec 10, 2003 at 01:03:36 Memo: No Basis for Jackson Allegations ASSOCIATED PRESS - cultureshock Wed, Dec 10, 2003 at 01:00:52 Gore endorses Dean for president Former vice president says candidate has 'best chance to win' WORLDNETDAILY 'Thumbing his nose at his 2000 running mate, former Vice President Al Gore endorsed Democratic presidential contender Howard Dean, noting he is "the strongest candidate" and has "the best chance to win."' - cultureshock Wed, Dec 10, 2003 at 00:58:34 Pressured company retires porn catalog Clothier dismissed family groups' impact, had insisted racy quarterly would be back WORLDNETDAILY 'Abercrombie & Fitch announced it will permanently cease publication of a controversial quarterly catalog that prompted a boycott campaign by family advocacy groups.' - cultureshock Wed, Dec 10, 2003 at 00:51:33 Abercrombie & Fitch Announces It Will Discontinue Its Quarterly Magazine PR NEWSWIRE 'NEW ALBANY, Ohio, Dec. 9 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Abercrombie & Fitch (NYSE: ANF - News) announced today that it has decided to retire the A&F Quarterly and will cease publication with the Christmas issue. While it has enjoyed success with the Quarterly over the years, the Company believes it is time for new thinking and looks forward to unveiling an innovative and exciting campaign in the Spring.' - cultureshock Tue, Dec 9, 2003 at 19:15:38 Chantilly Senior Decries Double Standard for Dirty Talk By S. Mitra Kalita Washington Post Staff Writer 'In some ways, Jeff Daybell, a Chantilly High School senior, might make Holden Caulfield proud -- even as he decries the cuss words of the rebellious protagonist of "The Catcher in the Rye."' - cultureshock Tue, Dec 9, 2003 at 19:11:35 For YWCA, new push to include men causes a rift By DAVID CRARY Associated Press 'NEW YORK - Convinced that the mandatory policy of women-only leadership is no longer sound, some of the YWCA's most vibrant affiliates are taking steps to admit men as members and directors - a challenge that could either transform or fracture the 145-year-old organization.' - cultureshock Tue, Dec 9, 2003 at 19:07:27 Cities come out about wooing gays — and their dollars By Deborah Sharp, USA TODAY 'FORT LAUDERDALE — When civic leaders rolled out the rainbow carpet here almost a decade ago, Fort Lauderdale was nearly alone among destinations in trying to woo gay and lesbian travelers.' YOU CAN'T MAKE THIS STUFF UP FOLKS ... - cultureshock Tue, Dec 9, 2003 at 02:03:21 Pagans incensed by White House comment Church-state separatists demand apology from Bush official WORLDNETDAILY 'Backed up by Americans United for Separation of Church and State, pagans across the U.S. are demanding a Bush administration official apologize for saying pagan groups don't care about the poor.' - cultureshock Tue, Dec 9, 2003 at 01:35:51 Ex-colleague questions competence of Jennings Former ABC reporter: Peter's clueless to bias, thinks he's protecting 'peasantry in America' WORLDNETDAILY 'An ABC News special tonight hosted by Peter Jennings is the latest example of the anchorman's inability to comprehend his biased reporting, says a former colleague.' - cultureshock Tue, Dec 9, 2003 at 01:32:34 EMAIL US AT:tdigirolamo@cultureshocktv.com - cultureshock Tue, Dec 9, 2003 at 01:29:51 Democrat candidates push character issue Lob personal attacks against Bush as economy gains steam WORLDNETDAILY 'The sudden acceleration in what until the fall had been a very sluggish economic recovery has left many Bush aides and election strategists punching the air with excitement and relief. Their confidence has rebounded and they are persuaded now that even with problems in Iraq the president is sitting pretty when it comes to his re-election bid. White House incumbents, they point out, fare well when slumps start shifting into recoveries.' - cultureshock Tue, Dec 9, 2003 at 01:24:52 Today's teens becoming 'world's sickest adults' Major medical study blames unhealthy eating, drinking, sexual, drug-taking habits WORLDNETDAILY 'Today's children and teens – due to their unhealthy eating, drinking, sexual and drug-taking habits – will become the sickest, most mentally ill, obese and infertile adults in the history of mankind, warns a major medical study released yesterday.' - cultureshock Mon, Dec 8, 2003 at 17:58:58 U.S. Revokes Visa of Cleric at Saudi Embassy Monarchy to No Longer Be Islamic Institute's Sponsor By Susan Schmidt and Caryle Murphy Washington Post Staff Writers 'U.S. authorities have revoked the diplomatic visa of an influential Islamic cleric, and the Saudi government has decided it will no longer sponsor an Islamic institute in Virginia where he sometimes lectured, moves that reflect both nations' increasing efforts to curb the spread of extremist Islamic rhetoric, according to U.S. and Saudi officials.' - cultureshock Mon, Dec 8, 2003 at 17:56:42 Survey: Saddam Killed 61,000 in Baghdad By NIKO PRICE Associated Press Writer 'BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Saddam Hussein's government may have executed 61,000 Baghdad residents, a number significantly higher than previously believed, according to a survey obtained Monday by The Associated Press.' - cultureshock Mon, Dec 8, 2003 at 02:18:30 Secret Memos Reveal Pro-Abortion Legal Strategy NewsMax.com Wires 'The Friday Fax, a publication of the Catholic Family & Human Rights Institute, has acquired a number of internal memos produced by the Center for Reproductive Rights (CRR) that map out CRR's multi-year strategy for establishing binding and enforceable international reproductive rights laws, most notably girls' and women's right to state-financed abortion on demand.' - cultureshock Mon, Dec 8, 2003 at 02:10:43 White House Wants Kerry to Apologize for ProfanityBy RON FOURNIER ' WASHINGTON (Dec. 7) - John Kerry used profane language to assess President Bush's Iraq policy, and Bush's chief of staff said Sunday the Democratic presidential candidate was out of line.' - cultureshock Sun, Dec 7, 2003 at 19:09:01 Molesting Priest Beaten to Death NEWSMAX 'LEXINGTON, Kentucky -- A retired Roman Catholic priest who admitted molesting three altar boys in 1995 was found beaten to death at his home, police said Saturday.' YOU CAN'T MAKE THIS STUFF UP! - cultureshock Sun, Dec 7, 2003 at 19:02:10 Officials boot 'God' from patriotic song Lee Greenwood's inspiring Gulf War anthem prompts questions about 'legality of lyrics' WORLDNETDAILY '''God Bless the U.S.A.,'' a patriotic anthem made popular by singer Lee Greenwood during the 1991 Gulf War, ignited a war of words between some parents and officials when it was learned an upcoming school performance would substitute the words ''I love'' for 'God bless.''' - cultureshock Sun, Dec 7, 2003 at 18:58:32 Judge: 'Gay'-diversity week violated rights of Christian Rules in favor of student whose religious views against homosexuality excluded from program WORLDNETDAILY 'A federal judge in Detroit has upheld the constitutional right of a Christian student to express her religious beliefs in opposition to homosexuality during her high school's 2002 "Diversity Week" program.' - cultureshock Sat, Dec 6, 2003 at 21:43:32 Anti-Semitism report issued after criticism Richard Bernstein/NYT NEW YORK TIMES '< < Back to Start of Article EU center had delayed 'unfair' findings ? BERLIN Responding to criticism from Jewish groups, European legislators and others, a European Union institute has made available the text of a previously withheld report on anti-Semitism that puts a major share of the blame for the rise in anti-Semitic incidents in Europe on Arab and Muslim extremists.' ISN'T THIS GETTING RATHER PATHETIC? - cultureshock Sat, Dec 6, 2003 at 21:31:17 Teacher takes 'Christmas' out of carol 2nd-graders will sing 'winter' instead at upcoming concert WORLDNETDAILY 'A parent of an elementary school student is upset with a teacher who replaced "Christmas" with "winter" in a carol to be performed during an upcoming concert.' - cultureshock Sat, Dec 6, 2003 at 21:23:07 Secret Service probes Eminem 'Bush threat' Rapper wishes 'president dead' in reported lyrics to new song 'We as Americans' WORLDNETDAILY 'The Secret Service is trying to determine if any action needs to be taken regarding a lyric from shock rapper Eminem that may be a threat to President Bush.' - cultureshock Sat, Dec 6, 2003 at 21:16:38 Kerry uses F-word in anti-Bush tirade Fires off expletive in Rolling Stone interview to describe how war vote hurting candidacy WORLDNETDAILY 'Democrat presidential candidate Sen. John Kerry launches an X-rated attack on President Bush over Iraq and uses the F-word in a new interview with Rolling Stone magazine.' - cultureshock Sat, Dec 6, 2003 at 21:11:57 CURSING KERRY UNLEASHES FOULMOUTHED ATTACK ON BUSH By DEBORAH ORIN NEW YORK POST 'December 6, 2003 -- Struggling 2004 Democratic wannabe John Kerry fires an X-rated attack at President Bush over Iraq and uses the f-word - highly unusual language for a presidential contender - in a stunning new interview with Rolling Stone magazine.' - cultureshock Sat, Dec 6, 2003 at 15:14:47 EMAIL YOUR COMMENTS; tdigirolamo@cultureshocktv.com YOU HAVE A VOICE RIGHT HERE. ON THIS WAR NOW YOU KNOW...THE REST OF THE STORY - cultureshock Sat, Dec 6, 2003 at 15:11:46 Muslims demand apology from Paul Harvey CAIR wants him to say sorry for asserting Islam 'encourages killing' WORLDNETDAILY 'A Muslim lobby group increasingly known for its demand of apologies from public figures, is calling on legendary radio commentator Paul Harvey to say he is sorry for asserting Islam encourages killing.' - cultureshock Sat, Dec 6, 2003 at 15:08:58 Homosexuals admit AIDS culpability Study seen as community's 1st honest look at lifestyle consequences WORLDNETDAILY 'A Seattle AIDS group has published a manifesto that has stirred controversy among homosexuals because it acknowledges homosexual men must take responsibility for sexual excesses that spread the disease.' - cultureshock Sat, Dec 6, 2003 at 11:17:25 Mom Sues School to Allow Nativity Scene FOX NEWS 'NEW YORK  — If a Christmas tree can stand in a school's halls during the holidays, then a model of baby Jesus and his manger should also be welcomed, contends a Queens, N.Y., mother who is going to court to prove her point.' - cultureshock Sat, Dec 6, 2003 at 11:13:05 Trampled Woman Has History of Suing Stores ASSOCIATED PRESS 'ORANGE CITY, Fla.  — A woman who was trampled by Wal-Mart (search) shoppers during a holiday sale on DVD players has made numerous injury claims against stores, including nine against the world's largest retailer.' - cultureshock Sat, Dec 6, 2003 at 08:52:29 God and Politics: The Controversial Faith of George W. Bush The President's openness about his faith makes him both the subject of praise and the target of ridicule. By Melissa Charbonneau White House Correspondent CBN CBN.com – WHITE HOUSE — He is called one of America's most faith-based Presidents, his speeches infused with scriptural references and invocations of the Almighty. George Bush is said to read the Bible daily, pray in the Oval Office, and on occasion, open cabinet meetings with prayer.' - cultureshock Sat, Dec 6, 2003 at 08:40:30 Unemployment Rate Falls Again, to 5.9 Percent NewsMax.com Wires 'WASHINGTON – The nation's unemployment rate slipped to 5.9 percent in November, the lowest level in eight months, as employers added new jobs for a fourth straight month.' - cultureshock Sat, Dec 6, 2003 at 08:37:56 Public's Growing Optimism on Economy Boosts Bush NewsMax.com Wires 'WASHINGTON – Americans are growing more optimistic about the economy, and that shift is beginning to improve President Bush's standing with voters, according to an Associated Press poll.' - cultureshock Fri, Dec 5, 2003 at 23:27:53 Researchers fake AIDS study data By Robert Stacy McCain THE WASHINGTON TIMES 'Three Maryland researchers have admitted fabricating interviews with teenagers for a study on AIDS prevention that received more than $1 million in federal funds.' EMINDREAD ... THEY CALL THIS MAN A GENIUS?! - cultureshock Fri, Dec 5, 2003 at 23:18:51 Eminem wishes 'president dead' Shocking lyrics reported in rapper's new song 'We as Americans' WORLDNETDAILY 'Shock rapper Eminem has President Bush in his sights in his new song "We as Americans," apparently wishing he were dead.' EMINDREAD ... THEY CALL THIS MAN A GENIUS?! - cultureshock Fri, Dec 5, 2003 at 23:17:59 Eminem wishes 'president dead' Shocking lyrics reported in rapper's new song 'We as Americans' WORLDNETDAILY - cultureshock Fri, Dec 5, 2003 at 23:11:04 NAACP accused of rigging affirmative-action case Groups file complaint against attorney amid leaked memos WORLDNETDAILY 'A conservative black group has accused the NAACP of rigging a landmark court decision on affirmative action.' - cultureshock Fri, Dec 5, 2003 at 23:08:35 Busted for driving while breastfeeding Mom caught on Ohio Turnpike sentenced to house arrest WORLDNETDAILY 'A woman found nursing her baby while traveling 65 mph on the Ohio Turnpike will be doing her breastfeeding at home for the next three months.' - cultureshock Fri, Dec 5, 2003 at 23:04:07 Mom Sues School to Allow Nativity Scene FOXNEWS 'NEW YORK  — If a Christmas tree can stand in a school's halls during the holidays, then a model of baby Jesus and his manger should also be welcomed, contends a Queens, N.Y., mother who is going to court to prove her point.' - cultureshock Fri, Dec 5, 2003 at 23:00:21 Terror 101   Are the Saudis funding schools devoted to fomenting radical Islamic ideology? NEWSWEEK 'An intense behind-the-scenes diplomatic struggle over a controversial Saudi-funded academy in Germany has shed new light on the close relationship between Saudi government officials and an international network of mosques and schools—some of which, Western intelligence officials say, have become breeding grounds for terrorism.' - cultureshock Thu, Dec 4, 2003 at 20:26:03 Females secretly videotaped in school restroom NEWSDAY 'PITTSFORD, N.Y. -- A dozen girls and women were secretly videotaped in the restroom of a suburban high school, and the head custodian has been suspended, according to school officials. ' - cultureshock Thu, Dec 4, 2003 at 18:34:59 Woman gets 10 years for running over McDonald's manager By ANDREW TILGHMAN Houston Chronicle 'A McDonald's customer who flew into a violent rage when she was denied mayonnaise on her cheeseburger got 10 years in prison today for running over the restaurant's manager.' - cultureshock Thu, Dec 4, 2003 at 11:23:14 Leftist 9th Circuit Court Claims It's Legal to Abet Terrorists NEWSMAX 'SAN FRANCISCO – In a potential blow to the Bush administration's legal strategy in the war on terror, a federal appeals court has overturned part of a sweeping law the government has increasingly used to arrest or prosecute suspected terrorists.' - cultureshock Thu, Dec 4, 2003 at 11:18:05 Census: U.S. Arab population is surging 'WASHINGTON (AP) — The Arab population in the United States has nearly doubled in the past two decades, according to the Census Bureau's first report on the group.Experts cited liberalized U.S. immigration laws and unrest in the Middle East that led many people to come to America.' THEY GO IN 2'S AND 3'S - cultureshock Thu, Dec 4, 2003 at 11:14:29 Council Tackles ‘Potty Parity’ Bill NEWSDAY 'Go ahead, make fun of the fact that several City Council members introduced a bill Wednesday to have more restrooms set aside for women.' - cultureshock Thu, Dec 4, 2003 at 11:06:33 Child disciplined for saying 'gay'? ACLU demands officials apologize to student with lesbian mother WORLDNETDAILY 'The American Civil Liberties Union claims a Louisiana second-grader was disciplined for using the word "gay" when describing his lesbian mom to a classmate and is demanding the boy's school apologize to him and his mother.' - cultureshock Thu, Dec 4, 2003 at 11:02:57 Top abortion doctor convicted of abuse Researcher claims case not as rare as news coverage suggests WORLDNETDAILY 'Arizona's most prominent abortion doctor was convicted yesterday on 22 counts of sexually abusing patients over the past 17 years.' - cultureshock Thu, Dec 4, 2003 at 10:58:29 Bush faces new enemy: Sexy American babes Scantily clad women join forces to strip president from office 'If there's any truth to the belief "Sex sells," then President Bush could have an additional political enemy to deal with in the upcoming election year: American babes.' - cultureshock Thu, Dec 4, 2003 at 10:44:54 Wednesday, December 03, 2003, 5:21 p.m. By Bob Roberts WBBM Newsradio 780 '(Chicago) -- Beginning next fall, St. Patrick's High School, on the northwest side, will become the first in Illinois to require drug tests of ALL its students.' 'ANIMAL'- INDEED - cultureshock Thu, Dec 4, 2003 at 10:41:07 Keep the Sex R-Rated, N.Y.U. Tells Film Students By DANIEL J. WAKIN NEW YORK TIMES 'In October, a film student at New York University pitched an idea for her video-making class: a four-minute portrayal of the contrast between unbridled human lust and banal everyday behavior.' - cultureshock Wed, Dec 3, 2003 at 16:41:47