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Obama Blocks AIG Bonuses

by Elizabeth Fairview | March 16th, 2009 | Add a comment
When we at Bodog Beat got wind of the news this weekend that A.I.G. was pulling the same old greedy stunts – paying out hundreds of millions of taxpayer bailout dollars in bonuses to executives again – we said, “Obama … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 
 
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Obama Budget Lays Groundwork for Universal Health care

by Elizabeth Fairview | February 26th, 2009 | Add a comment
President Barack Obama is asking for congress to set aside $634 billion over 10 years for health care. Obama’s unveiled a multi-trillion-dollar spending plan today that will boost taxes on the wealthy and lay the groundwork for universal health care. “President … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 
 
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Portuguese Water Dog Tops Obama's List

by Elizabeth Fairview | February 25th, 2009 | Add a comment
Now these guys are some serious cute! Reportedly, the top contender to become the First Dog at the White House is a rescued Portuguese Water Dog. The Portuguese Water Dog is a non-shedding, loving, independent, intelligent and easily trained breed. “Temperamentally … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 
 
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Val Kilmer Considers Run for Governor of New Mexico

by Elizabeth Fairview | February 6th, 2009 | Add a comment
Actor Val Kilmer attended the Huffington Post Pre-Inaugural Ball at the Newseum in late January. Fresh from the inspiration of Barack Obama’s inauguration, actor Val Kilmer has been reading the Terminator handbook – and his hoping to run for the … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 
 
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Etta James Slams Beyonce for Obama Serenade

by Elizabeth Fairview | February 5th, 2009 | Add a comment
Legendary singer Etta James has a bone to pick with Beyonce. James slammed Beyonce for serenading President Obama at his Presidential Inauguration with the tune she made famous, At Last. “I tell you that woman he had singing for him, singing … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 
 
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Obama Betting on Steelers at Super Bowl

by Elizabeth Fairview | January 31st, 2009 | Add a comment
While President Barack Obama’s favorite team is obviously the Chicago Bears, he’s made his pick for this year’s Super Bowl and it’s the Pittsburgh Steelers. While President Obama says he wishes the Cardinals the best and makes mention … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 
 
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Betting on Barack Obama to Make a Super Bowl Pick

by Elizabeth Fairview | January 28th, 2009 | Add a comment
We all know he is a big sports fan, so the odds are pretty good that he has a favorite in mind and will try to catch some of the game. President Obama has already said he would like to see … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 
 
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Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich Impeached

by Elizabeth Fairview | January 9th, 2009 | Add a comment
Today, state legislators voted 114 to 1 to make Rod Blagojevich the first Illinois governor to be impeached for abuse of power. The Senate trial is expected to take at least three weeks, and the final action will take place sometime … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 
 
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Jennifer Hudson May Perform at Barack Obama's Inauguration

by Elizabeth Fairview | December 31st, 2008 | Add a comment
Oscar winner Jennifer Hudson is being considered to perform at Barack Obama’s inauguration on January 20th. Hudson has had a horrifying past few months, as her mother, brother and young nephew were murdered. Her sister’s estranged husband is in custody … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 
 
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Oprah Tries to Move Closer to Barack Obama

by Elizabeth Fairview | December 20th, 2008 | Add a comment
Oprah Winfrey is reportedly trying to sidle up to President-elect Barack Obama in every way she can – and her next strategy involves a move to Washington D.C. According to the New York Post, Oprah is considering buying a 9-bedroom mansion … Read More Read More