Is Ann Coulter Married

Ann Coulter is not married. Yet another victim of career woman syndrome. She has been engaged on a number of occasions but something went wrong each time. She has had relationships with an eclectic mix of individuals  including Bob Guccione the publisher, the  writer Dinesh D'Souza and the ex-president of New York City Council Andrew Stein. At first glance one might think that Ann is not the marrying type, but her general and often flirtatious demeanor  in the company of men (no not other men!- Ann is definitely a woman) tends to suggest that she is actually quite desperate. Perhaps 2009 will be The Year. If it is, then Ann will be able address topics like child birth and family values with a greater degree of credibility. A good husband might also quell her need to rant and rave so much. 

John McCain - The Next American President

This time round, America has two excellent and noble presidential candidates. On the one hand you have the vastly experienced John McCain and on the other you have the meritocratic Barack Obama. However, on election night John McCain will become President. Why? Well, not because of anything John McCain says or does but because of the efforts of his stunning running mate, Sarah Palin. The press are apt to lampoon Mrs Palin whenever they get the chance but this has little effect on her support from the vast majority of working and middle class voters across America. (I know the polls suggest otherwise, but polls are usually wrong). In fact, in the eyes of mainstream America Sarah Palin's low standing with the press may be seen as a plus point. 

Each political party is the sum of it's individual personalities, and Americans will vote for the personalities that they identify with the most. John McCain is too old. Barack Obama is too intellectual. But Sarah Palin is just right. With her down to earth outlook on life, great beauty (for her race - notice I don't say "outstanding beauty for her race", that phrase would be reserved for Ann Coulter), anti abortionist views and strong belief in promoting good family values, Sarah Palin is sure to catapult the Republican party to an overwhelming victory on election night. John McCain has a lot to to thank Sarah Palin for.

Just as John McCain will owe his victory to a woman, so to will Barack Obama loose the presidential race because of a woman. Which woman you ask ? Michelle Obama that's who. That celebratory punch must surely have sealed Barack's fate.

Robert Peston - Please Shut Up!

Robert Peston claims to have considerable experience of financial markets both as an employee in the City of London and as a journalist. Surely then he of all people should know that markets are particularly susceptible to mood. Indices can fluctuate wildly from seemingly frivolous motives. We all know that the markets are in turmoil and we all know who the real culprits are. The source of the Credit Crunch is not too difficult to discern and most people just want things to get better sooner rather that later. There are, however, factors that can inhibit or prolong the road to recovery. Pessimism is one area that needs to be tackled and it is in no one's interest to have individuals or organisations constantly harping on about how bad things are. Robert Peston is one of the main protagonists of doom and gloom. I know Mr Peston would argue that he is only doing his job but these are, in his own words, "extraordinary times" so maybe he should consider not doing his job for a while. (Go on holiday Robert or, even better, become a monk). In fact, in order to stop the malaise, governments should impose partial or, in some cases, total restrictions on financial reporting in the media to complement any proposed bank bail out plans.

Bill Gates Is Great. Who The Hell Is Fiona Bruce?

Bill Gates is truly one in a million. Here is someone who with drive, talent and determination built a multinational software company that employs hundreds of thousands of people and turns over billions of dollars a year. Gates himself is a billionaire, but instead of displaying his wealth with mansions, yachts etc (as he is quite rightly entitled to) Mr Gates has decided to give the bulk of his earnings to worthwhile causes. Good on yer Bill!

Bill Gates' achievements should be admired and applauded. Such a man deserves respect. Anyone can see that. Why then do people like Fiona Bruce (BBC, reporter, complete nobody) try to belittle him. Do you know what it takes to set up a business like Microsoft Ms Bruce? I bet not!! So, Ms Bruce, if you are given the privilege, yes privilege, of interviewing someone like Bill Gates then learn some manners!!! FYI, Ms Bruce, overlaying your recent interview with Bill Gates with condescending narrative is not an example of showing appropriate respect. Also, Ms Bruce, Bill Gates is a gentleman and has obviously been brought up well so you should allow him to open doors for YOU!! If you presume that you should open doors for him then you are either completely ignorant or are intentionally trying to cause offense!!!!!!!

Finally, Ms Bruce, when you meet a great man like Bill Gates try to dress appropriately. Cut down on make up and wear a dress!!! Remember trousers are essentially mens items of clothing!!!!!!!!!!!

America's National DNA Database

The President of the United States should consider placing everyone in America on a national DNA database to help with its ongoing attempts to maintain law and order more effectively. The punishments handed out for crimes committed in the United States are, in general, of the right level of severity, yet crime still seems to be increasing (as it does practically everywhere else in the world). It is a well known fact that levels of criminality in the wider population diminish significantly when crime is punished promptly (see other posts). Today's criminal processing procedures are, rightly or wrongly, somewhat lengthy and it can take months or even years before a case gets to court. These time delays are often attributed to the gathering of sufficient evidence before a trial can even begin. DNA profiling, however, offers a method of obtaining the required evidence very quickly and thus proceedings can be speeded up quite considerably. Of course, the DNA system in not perfect, but the overwhelming success of the technique in a number of high profile cases around the globe should provide more than enough incentive to set up a DNA database at least at a national level. In the future, particularly in light of advances in supercomputing and the development of the Grid, there may be a case for constructing a global DNA database, with the ability to hold records for every human being on the planet.

John McCain And Vicki Iseman

Whether or not John McCain had an affair or any other type of romantic relationship with the lobbyist Vicki Iseman, is something that will clearly cause much concern to his Presidential campaign team. What should cause even greater concern to the wider public, however, is McCain's admission that he is friendly and has good working relationships with, not just Vicki Iseman, but a number of other influential lobbyists . Surely this should raise concerns in an election campaign where (more that any other election) the candidate's integrity is a key vote winner. Barack Obama went out of his way to distance himself from all lobbyists because he new that any type of association, no matter how tenuous, could give the impression that somehow he could be bought. John McCain, however, openly admits his association and in so doing, raises suspicions that when in power his role as President of the United States might be compromised. In this case, it might be better (for McCain's campaign team) if the allegations that John McCain had an affair with Ms Iseman were true as this might divert attention from the far more serious potential allegation that McCain is in bed with lobbyists. Alternatively, McCain can hope that any controversy surrounding his conduct is overshadowed by questions concerning Mrs Obama's patriotism or lack of it.

George Bush To Endorse John McCain

Former president George H.W. Bush is expected to give his support to John McCain on Monday. Bush's endorsement will be seen as a further attempt to unify the Republican party around McCain's position as the party's primary presidential candidate. George senior has probably stepped in because his son, an ardent Huckbee fan, as yet to show his hand. Although, it is expected that the current President will start rooting for McCain very shortly.

While many will see George Bush's move as a means of sureing up McCains position within the Republican party, his support could prove detrimental in the general election. This is because the overwhelming theme of the current US election race is the need for change or to break free from the past. With George Bush senior being seen as such a typical member of the old school, it might turn out that his support works against John McCain's final goal of becoming President of the United States. In order to secure victory, therefore, McCain needs to make sure that his own policies (whilst still adhering to Republican principles) stand on their own merits so that there is no danger of him being perceived as merely a stooge for the old guard.