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It's all fun and gaffs until the idiot gets elected.

You've probably heard this story. Sarah Palin gave her first policy speech the other day. She began by saying something good: education for special needs children needs more funding. To secure the funds for this increase, Palin pointed to earmarks. Her specific example: fruit fly research. Here's the hilarious/tragic part. The research she was referring to at the University of North Carolina is using fruit flies to research a protein that is essential to nerve development. This research may very likely lead to new breakthroughs in the understanding and treatment of autism. But Palin says that's a waste of money.

Oops.

Here's the video.


Edit: It's possible she was referring to this research, which while it is not directly related to autism or any mental condition, is still important scientific research. Palin's offhand dismissal, like McCain on bear DNA and planetarium projectors, shows a callous disregard for science.

Best Logic Ever

3 down, 47 to go

Conneticut is now the third state to legalize gay marriage. The ruling came on Friday, just in time for today, National Coming Out Day.

One more important step forward for civil rights.

Myth of the Maverick

John McCain portrays himself as a maverick, the guy who's not afraid to go against his party. (He also says "friends" far too much.) In reality, McCain's record shows him to be reckless and dishonest.

Tim Dickinson, of Rolling Stone, lays out the full details.

These Lulz Are Clever

From Edward Current, a YouTube satirist.

Truth Kicks Palin's Ass

Because of the damage she is doing to the republican party, I love Sarah Palin like I love Bob Barr (a.k.a. the Republican' Nader).