St. Elmo's Liar (He Didn't Do It)

I haven't watched Sesame Street since my sister was a li'l bit, which is probably around 38 years ago or so. But I was one of the original watchers of the program (along with The Electric Company, Zoom, Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood and Villa Alegre!), and have been a fan of Jim Henson's Muppets for just as long (even Fraggle Rock and The Land of Gorch). Beyond all of that, I'm especially irritated by the heinous stereotype of homosexuality=pedophilia, and of false accusations. This story has both, and the accuser should be sued and stomped. Period. Generations of kids love Elmo, and in one false accusation, he and his creator have been sullied. Shameful, sad, and just plain wrong.

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St. Elmo's Liar

The man who accused Kevin Clash—the voice of Elmo—of having a sexual relationship with him when he was underage has recanted that claim. This message is brought to you by the letter "L" for lyin'-ass famewhore. I hope Clash, who was still punished for violating company policies and abusing company Internet resources, will be able to put this behind him.  . .

Found at: BoyCulture


PS. It should be noted that I don't usually steal entire posts from other bloggers. But it is late, and I found Matthew's post, and thought it was important to get it up before I forgot. It's terrible to be falsely accused, and important to get the word out that Mr. Clash is not guilty of any crime.

Obama Nation Author Assailed for Lack of Credibility

Photo from source, Politico

It's really no surprise that one of the men behind the "Swift Boat Veterans for 'Truth'", Jerome Corsi, would now be ought to get Barack Obama. What is surprising is that Corsi is being treated as a credible source by anybody.

The allegedly fair and balanced FOX "News" has been featuring Corsi and his book on many of its programs, along with right-wing talk radio. As far as I know, the only naysayer in any of those appearances is the usually non-combative Alan Colmes. Fortunately, not everyone is won over by those outlets. The book is being debunked all over the place. Even the book's placement on the New York Times Bestseller List is being questioned, as right-wing organizations are buying the book up in bulk.

Here's hoping that this time, Corsi's dreams of derailing a Presidency do not take hold.

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Wild theories of 'Obama Nation' author

The folks behind “The Obama Nation,” the wildly successful but factually disputed new book trashing presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama, are casting it as a scholarly, thoroughly researched work. But its author has left a trail of wild theories, vitriol and dogma that have called into question his credibility. . .

Read more at: Politico