We’ve been thinking long and hard about how to deal with the political issues that are on the tip of everyone’s tongues this year.  The main reason political discussion scares all of us admins, is that, inevitably, people have strong convictions that, in some way, shape or form, are outgrowths of personal beliefs.  It’s nearly impossible to have a meaningful debate because people can’t  agree on anything.  Debates degrade into personal attacks and that spoils the fun.

Here’s the first test to see if we can talk politics intelligently (if we revert to personal attacks, then no more politics) …

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You probably noticed we deleted the political thread that was up here earlier this morning.

We deleted it intentionally, not because we are supporters or haters of any given candidate, but just because we asked you and a lot of you were very adamant about not directly discussing issues.

It would be pretty easy for us to follow the election, make fun of Donkeys and Elephants and all that fun stuff, but cVillain is more about having fun than polarizing issues and discussing moot opinions on all the standard political elements of modern America.

If you really want us to do politics, let us know, but otherwise we are going to assume that you can go to other sites to discuss those issues.

For some history on that decision, read this thread and the related comments.

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We just got word via David Swanson and  confirmed by the Daily Progress that Cindy Sheehan will be speaking at the Omni Hotel on May 22nd from 7PM to 9PM.  Tickets will be available at the door and cost $10 for students; $20 for general admission; $50 for admission and a photo with Sheehan; and $100 for admission, a photo with Sheehan and priority seating.

Seriously, $100 for a photo?  I guess now that she’s trying to be an elected politician, she needs the money, but this seems a little odd.  Where is that money going? To her California campaign or to anti-war stuff.  I guess this time, the pro-war protesters won’t be present.  Or will they?

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Apparently this guy named Eagleburger (this guy?) said the following about Charlottesville peeps:

In a response to a question about the religious right, an important component of the Republican coalition, he said that it was, indeed “a serious problem,” and reminded his listeners that he now lives in Charlottesville, surrounded by such people that he needs to fight.

I have no idea what he means.  Who is he fighting and why?

If it is this guy from the wikipedia link he does have 3 sons who share the same name with him.

Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm?

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Stop. Doing. Everything.

Yes, even buttsecks.

But also stop:

(1) genetic modification
(2) human experimentations
(3) polluting the environment
(4) social injustice
(5) causing poverty
(6) financial gluttony
(7) taking drugs

The Vatican, which I capitalized on purpose because it is such a relevant and important institution, has created a brief but important(!) addendum to that pillar of modern morality known as the TEN COMMANDMENTS. Now, I haven’t spoken with god yet because she and I are “taking a break,” but that I think it’s important for us to make fun of this. Because it is fucking ridiculous.

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In case anyone hasn’t seen Richmond Sunlight, you should check it out.

So, let’s take a recent C-Ville Weekly story about the upcoming banning of Salvia by Virginia legislatures. It’s a good read if you are into drugs (and I mean in a purely academic way). Salvia is a “drug” that for some reason, has passed under lawmakers eyes for the last century. You can still buy it online and the effects are supposed to be similar to LSD. If anyone gets it can you make sure to write us a testimony?

So, what is this bill? Enter Richmond Sunlight.

A quick search for Salvia reveals the HB21 bill. On this page you can find the status of the bill (salvia is no longer legal in Virginia and is classified as a Class 1 Hallucinogenic), the entire history of the bill, video records of the bill, RSS feeds to update you regarding bill changes, commentary, lists of those who approved it, and a lot more.

Our friend at cvillenews, Waldo, built the thing together with funding from the Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy. Anyway, you should absolutely use Richmond Sunlight if you need to see details about any bill in Virginia. This thing is really cool and I love how easy it is to find out who is accountable for things. I wonder if the politicians are a little nervous about the ease of these public records. Well done!

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Thank Google…Here is a list of all Super Tuesday election results. Have fun. Debate kindly.

Booya.

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Tonight is a golden opportunity to join the clique, as villains celebrate Mardi Gras AND Super Tuesday at Escafe. Why is today an important day for regular readers of cVillain.com?

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A reader asks:

i know some readers think covering anything politics-inflected is anathema to the site’s constitution, but as a no-TV-having election junkie, i’m faced with the prospect of camping out at ACAC all day tomorrow if you guys don’t help me figure out which restaurants are going to have TVs locked on super tuesday coverage. can you do a post similar to the one you did re: places to watch the superbowl?

So, what places are going to have the TV tuned to election coverage tomorrow?

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Ladies and Gentlemen, step right up for your week in review.

We got villains dissing on wine bars, gunshots at the Outback and some Grecian food. Don’t forget to stop around back to sample our smelly PR move, celebrity wannabies, and your favorite musical acts. When you leave, grab the gift bag– it’s full of tats, lawsuits, and monkey sex. Enjoy!

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