Foreign policy experience is not created equal. Of course, the pick adds foreign-policy heft to the ticket. Three decades on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, including a pair of stints as chairman, will do that. But Biden’s value to an Obama administration in this crucial arena extends well beyond time served.
Archive for August, 2008
Mens Olympic Marathon Samuel Kamau Wansiru Wins Gold
In Uncategorized on August 24, 2008 at 3:10 amSamuel Kamau Wansiru of Kenya set a new Olympic Record in the marathon with a time of 2:06:32 to win the Beijing Olympics Marathon.
Wansiru is the first marathoner representing Kenya to ever win a Men’s Marathon at the Olympics.
Beijing Olympics: Men’s Marathon Preview
In Uncategorized on August 23, 2008 at 7:54 pmSeveral runners are favored to challenge for medals in an event that is always difficult to predict. The Olympic Marathon is even more difficult to predict given the deep field of talented runners compounded by the summer heat, humidity and Beijing’s notorious pollution. Oddly enough the Olympic record was set in 1984 in smoggy Los Angeles.
Chris Hoy of Great Britain – 3 Golds in a Single Olympics – First Brit to Accomplish Feat in 100 Years
In Uncategorized on August 23, 2008 at 4:03 amHaving made Olympic history, Great Britain’s cycling star Chris Hoy said he felt like he was in a dream. Chris Hoy became the first British athlete in 100 years to win three gold medals in a single Olympics.
During the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics, Chris Hoy won gold medals in the men’s sprint, the team sprint and the Keirin event. Chris Hoy led the modern-day “British Invasion” as Great Britain tallied 14 medals in total in cycling including 8 Gold, 4 Silver and 2 bronze Olympic Medals.
Nelson Evora of Portugal Wins Gold Medal Men’s Triple Jump -2008 Beijing Summer Olympics
In Uncategorized on August 23, 2008 at 3:16 amEvora won the gold medal with a jump of 17.67 meters beating silver medalist Phillips Idowu of Great Britain by 5 centimeters (17.62 meters). Leevan Sanders of the Bahamas won the bronze medal with a triple jump of 17.59 meters.
“The Rocker” Starring Rainn Wilson, Christina Applegate
In Uncategorized on August 23, 2008 at 2:37 amIn this amiable vehicle for Rainn Wilson of “The Office,” the bitter alum of an ’80s hair band lands behind the drumkit of his nephew’s high school quartet. It’s a modest but fun comedy, and for once, the high school characters look, sound and act like high school characters, not a sitcom writer’s snarktastic notion thereof.
American Swimmer Michael Phelps’ Amazing Bejing Olympic Performance
In Uncategorized on August 18, 2008 at 11:39 pmPrior to the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics, Michael Phelps rewrote the record books by winning seven gold medals while shattering 5 world records at the 2007 FINA World Championships. Phelps’ performance then was arguably the greatest individual performance of any swimmer.
The question now is what can be said of Phelps’ Beijing performance. The answer is simple …
Sprinter Derrick Atkins is ‘Beyond Hungry’ For Gold
In Uncategorized on August 15, 2008 at 12:52 amDespite finishing second in the 2007 World Championships (Osaka, Japan) with a time 9.91 seconds, Derrick Atkins is not considered a favorite to medal at the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics. Indeed – leading up to the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics — the focus on the ‘World’s Fastest Man’ Title has been on Tyson Gay, Usain Bolt and Asafa Powell.
Sauteed Halibut with Sweet Corn and Clam Ragout Recipe by Wolfgang Puck
In Uncategorized on August 13, 2008 at 10:03 pmWolfgang Puck Recipe
Halibut is a perfect fish for letting your culinary fantasies run wild. Meaty yet very mild, moist, and tender, it goes well with so many different combinations of flavors. Make sure you purchase halibut that is wild-caught Pacific halibut from Alaska.
Making The Case That McCain Isn’t ‘Ready to Lead’
In Uncategorized on August 13, 2008 at 9:29 pmWhat I’m really hoping is that Obama will use this downtime to regroup, recharge, and come back ready to relentlessly make the case to the American people that McCain isn’t “ready to lead” on national security.
Voters trust McCain on the war on terror; Obama needs to show them every day why they shouldn’t.
U.S. 100 Meter Sprinter Darvis Patton – Beijing Olympics
In Uncategorized on August 11, 2008 at 7:31 pmAmerica’s Darvis Patton shares his thoughts on his chances of medal at the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics ahead of the 100 meter final on August 16. His expected competitors for the gold medal are World Champion Tyson Gay, former world record holder Asafa Powell and Jamaica
’s Usain Bolt, who Patton has described as a ‘freak of nature’.
US Pole Vaulter Jennifer Stuczynski -Beijing Summer Olympics
In Uncategorized on August 11, 2008 at 6:19 pmAmerican Pole Vaulter Jennifer Stuczynski: “I Will Clear the Same Heights as Yelena Isinbayeva” America’s Jennifer Stuczynski says it’s only a matter of time before she is clearing the same heights as the Olympic and World Record holder Yelena Isinbayeva of Russia.
Jamaican Sprinter Asafa Powell Peaking Just in Time
In Uncategorized on August 11, 2008 at 3:33 pmWith 3 consecutive victories in the Men’s 100 meters, Asafa Powell appears to have emerged as the favorite to win the Men’s 100 meters at the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics. However, the other two favorites, fellow Jamaican Usain Bolt and American sprinter Tyson Gay appear to be ready as well.
French Cyclist Jeannie Longo Competing in 7th Olympics
In Uncategorized on August 9, 2008 at 5:01 amFor French Cyclist Jeannie Longo the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics will be her seventh time competing in the Olympics. Even though she’s almost a half-century old (born October 31, 1958), Longo is still setting her sights high.
2008 Beijing Summer Olympics News Articles & Videos
In Uncategorized on August 9, 2008 at 4:57 amOnline 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics Articles & Videos courtesy of iHaveNet.com
Swing Vote: What It Tells Us About the Presidential Election
In Uncategorized on August 6, 2008 at 11:37 pmAccording to Huffington the makers of “Swing Vote,” the new film starring Kevin Costner, have pulled off a rare double play, producing a smart political satire that is also heartfelt and moving. It’s also a film that turns out to be remarkably relevant to the 2008 race.
Watch Golf Tips Instructional Videos Online
In Golf Skills on August 6, 2008 at 3:32 pmWatch Golf Tips Instructional Videos
- Golf Tip: 7-Iron Bump and Run Shot
- Golf Tip: Proper Putting Stance
- Golf Tip: Hitting a Pitch Shot Different Distances
- Golf Tip: Balance – The Setup Position
- Golf Tip: Hitting Out of Sand Instructional Video
- Golf Tip: Low Running Chip Shots Instructional Video
- Golf Tip: Short Putts Instructional Video
- Golf Tip: Putting Distance Control Instructional Video
- Golf Tip: Problems With Balance Instructional Video
- Golf Tip: Better Practice Sessions Instructional Video
- Golf Tip: Proper Grip Instructional Video
- Golf Tip: Improve Your Follow Through Instructional Video
Instructional Video Golf Tips offers solid instructional advice for all golf players, regardless of skill level.
NFL 1958 Championship Game: Greatest Game Ever Played Giants vs Colts
In Uncategorized on August 4, 2008 at 9:29 pmFifty years ago this December 28 (the final day of the 2008 NFL regular season), what would become known as “The Greatest Game every Played” took place -– the 1958 NFL Championship Game between the Baltimore Colts and New York Giants at Yankee Stadium.
NFL 2008: New York Jets Honor Super Bowl III Championship 40
In Uncategorized on August 4, 2008 at 9:22 pmThe Super Bowl did not become a must- watch event until Quarterback JOE NAMATH led the New York Jets to a 16-7 upset of the Baltimore Colts in Super Bowl III after the 1968 season – 40 years ago. Millions flocked to their television sets to watch Broadway Joe, the young Alabama quarterback whose talent was exceeded only by his swagger.
NFL 2008: Bears – Packers to Meet for the 175th Time
In Uncategorized on August 4, 2008 at 9:03 pmThis November 16, the CHICAGO BEARS will travel to Green Bay’s Lambeau Field to add another chapter to the longest rivalry in NFL history. The game will mark the 175th meeting between the Bears and the GREEN BAY PACKERS, the most regular season games ever between two NFL franchises.
NFL 2008: New York Giants Aim to Repeat After Super Season
In Uncategorized on August 4, 2008 at 8:59 pmNFL 2008 Kickoff Weekend begins on Thursday, September 4 this season when the Super Bowl champion New York Giants host the Washington Redskins. The Super Bowl champion NEW YORK GIANTS have 46 wins in openers, the third-most in NFL history. The Giants have a 46-32-5 (.590) record on Kickoff Weekend.
The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor Movie Review
In Uncategorized on August 1, 2008 at 5:34 amSome movies should’ve signed a no-compete clause with themselves. The action beats are more like action beat-downs. One Wow cancels out the last Wow, until the Wows start looking more like lowercase wows and soon the wows become merely eh, or worse, a string of low-grade, minimally inventive aggravations that fail even to hit the level of eh.
