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HBO' Developing 'Game Change' Sequel 'Double Down': Barack Obama Vs. Mitt Romney

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 19:00:59 +0000

The moment Alaska governor Sarah Palin first came to the world stage as John McCain's running mate in the 2008 presidential elections, we knew that her larger-than-life personality would become the stuff of parody and portrayal from years to come. Once we finished laughing at Tina Fey's dead-on impression, the tone turned serious as HBO's 'Game Change' garnered multiple Emmys with Julianne Moore in the lead role.

Now, the original 'Game Change' writers have begun work on a sequel covering the 2012 elections between Mitt Romney and Barack Obama, titled 'Double Down: Game Change 2012,' and guess what HBO wants to do with it?

Team Romney Mistakenly Leaks Victory Website

Donald Deane — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 15:10:52 +0000

If, as some pundits claim, gaffes were responsible for Mitt Romney's failed presidential bid, then this surely won't change that assertion. At some point after losing the election to Barack Obama, Romney's camp accidentally leaked a victory website promoting a win that never happened. It's the 'Dewey Defeats Truman' of the digital age.

Romney's Concession Speech Gets 'Songified'

Emerald Catron — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 18:45:44 +0000

For some, it’s the “songified” video they’ve been waiting for this entire presidential race. For others, it’s a song they hoped they’d never have to hear. Regardless, here it is — Mitt Romney’s concession speech with the “songified” Auto-tuned treatment.Maybe if you’re consoling yourself after last night you should watch it. It might make you [...]

Photos From Election Night 2012

Chuck Armstrong — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 12:48:55 +0000

The 2012 presidential election concluded on Nov. 6, and after clinching 303 electoral votes, President Barack Obama will return to the Oval Office for his second term. After one of the most heated battles in campaign history, President Obama delivered his victory speech in Chicago, Ill., saying, "Tonight you voted for action, not politics as usual ... I am looking forward to reaching out and working with leaders of both parties to meet the challenges we can only solve together."

Mr. Burns Endorses Mitt Romney in New Video

Emerald Catron — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 16:05:00 +0000

It's the day before the election, and the Mitt Romney endorsements are flying in! The first came from Joss Whedon (who strongly believes Romney can jumpstart the zombie apocalypse). This one is from 'The Simpsons' bad guy Mr. Burns (who is the cartoon embodiment of corporate greed). Who's next

The Politics of Drinking: Does the Kind of Alcohol You Drink Predict Who You Will Vote For? [INFOGRAPHIC]

Nick Cooper — Mon, 05 Nov 2012 14:29:40 +0000

The 2012 Election is only a matter of hours away, which means only one thing - an end to all of those aggressive political ads! Well, that and the fact we'll be electing new leaders. Among the decisions we'll be voting on this season is one about who should be the next President of the United States. Whether you've already decided who is getting your vote or you're undecided one study claims the type of alcohol you most frequently enjoy says a lot about who you will vote for.

Obama vs. Romney, Round 3: Highlights From the Final Presidential Debate

Chris Chaberski — Tue, 23 Oct 2012 03:50:17 +0000

Tonight in Boca Raton, Florida, President Barack Obama and Governor Mitt Romney sat down for their third and final debate before the upcoming election. Bob Schieffer of CBS News was the moderator. The debate’s focus was foreign policy. Here are some noteworthy moments from the discussion: This time, like in the first debate, Obama wore [...]

Obama vs. Romney, Round 2 — Highlights From the Town-Hall Presidential Debate

Chris Chaberski — Wed, 17 Oct 2012 01:50:56 +0000

The second presidential debate between Barack Obama and Mitt Romney got started just after 9 o’clock from the campus of Hofstra University in Hempstead, New York. The town-hall-style debate, with an audience of uncommitted voters selected by Gallup, was moderated by CNN’s Candy Crowley. Here are some highlights of the action: The first question of [...]

Presidential Debates, Are They Worth Watching?

Chris Allen — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 16:52:06 +0000

Here we are in an election year. So that means everyone needs to learn what each person stands for, what is the meaning of important amendments. So, what do you do? Personally, I research to see if that candidate stands for what I do. Do they like the arts, do they want someone who is [...]

Pizza Hut Back-Peddles On Debate Stunt

Steve Tanko — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 13:44:58 +0000

Now we’ll probably never know – and that’s probably a good thing for the country. Pizza Hut is back-peddling on their stunt to inflict the question: “Pepperoni or sausage” into the town-hall-style debate happening tonight. Corporate owner Yum Brands had pleaded with someone to ask the question of the two candidates, promising “free pizza for [...]

'Sexy' Big Bird Is 2012′s Top Halloween Costume Unfortunately

Emerald Catron — Thu, 11 Oct 2012 19:11:11 +0000

Here’s one more point against Mitt Romney — the streets this Halloween are going to be flooded with women in “sexy” Big Bird costumes, thanks to his comments at the recent presidential debate. According to a special report by ABC, after stating in the first presidential debate that he was going to take away the government subsidies for PBS, the [...]

Best of the Mitt Romney Versus Big Bird Memes

Emerald Catron — Fri, 05 Oct 2012 16:56:58 +0000

Mitt Romney can't just say he's going to put Big Bird out of a job and get away with it. Here are the best memes so far from the Great 2012 Big Bird Backlash that don't have curse words. Because in the mind of the internet, when Big Bird gets angry he grabs a rifle and starts spewing obscenities.

Obama vs. Romney Debate: Highlights From the Showdown in Denver

Chris Chaberski — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 10:48:54 +0000

The first debate of the 2012 presidential election campaign between Barack Obama and Mitt Romney got started a little after 9 p.m. ET yesterday (October 3) from the University of Denver’s Magness Arena. Jim Lehrer, host of ‘Newshour’ on PBS, moderated the event, which covered domestic policy. The first part of the evening centered on the [...]

Tonights Presidential Debate a "Must Win" for Romney

Rayman — Wed, 03 Oct 2012 15:19:26 +0000

Tonight kicks off the first of three presidential debates. Tens of millions of voters are expected to watch, and political experts agree tonight's debate will be the most important ninety minutes of the entire presidential race.

Democratic strategists are saying "everything's at stake tonight for Mitt Romney, and if he can't turn momentum his way,his campaign is effectively over."

10 Ways Mitt Romney Can Blow the Election — The Funnies

Jo Pincushion — Tue, 18 Sep 2012 15:09:59 +0000

The presidential campaign is in full swing and Mitt Romney is ready to fight. He’d better be careful, though, because there’s a fine line between winning over voters and alienating them altogether. Here are 10 ways Romney can blow the election: 1. Give a speech in which he claims 47% of Americans are “dependent” and [...]

Journey Accept Big Money Offer to Play Mitt Romney's Fundraiser

Chad Childers — Mon, 27 Aug 2012 12:30:01 +0000

Journey won’t stop believing in the power of the almighty greenback, as the band will head to Florida this week to take part in a private Mitt Romney fundraising event. TMZ reports that the veteran rockers will receive a $500K payout for appearing at the event this Thursday night (Aug. 30) in Tampa. The [...]

Devo To Release Song About Mitt Romney's Dog

Chris Allen — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 19:18:59 +0000

Why not, they Whip It, and sing songs about strange things. This just seems like we should have seen this coming. Devo are set to release a track later this month entitled “Don’t Roof Rack Me, Bro! (Remember Seamus).” According to NBC Entertainment: Devo is also helping to back Dogs Against Romney, with Casale [...]

Rick Santorum Drops Out Of GOP Race [POLL]

Steve Tanko — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 20:23:36 +0000

Rick Santorum has ended his bid for the Republican presidential nomination, leaving Mitt Romney as the established GOP frontrunner. Santorum made the announcement today in Pennsylvania – his home state – where he was preparing for an upcoming primary showdown; Although behind in the to-date delegate count, his campaign held hope that successive wins over [...]

Gene Simmons Endorses Mitt Romney for President

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 12:45:11 +0000

Kiss bassist Gene Simmons appeared on Fox News Channel’s ‘Fox & Friends’ and the hot topics The Demon touched on included the 2012 election, President Obama, who he supported in 2008, and of course, a Gene business endeavor in the form of his Rock & Brew bar that’s launching near the Los Angeles Airport.

Whitney's Daughter Wants A Name Change, You Might Be A Redneck If.., and Naked Pictures On A Phone Hacked….Again!!

Phillip Gregory — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 17:08:37 +0000

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