Archive for 'Arnold Schwarzenegger'

Wednesday, January 30th, 2008

I Know Rudy’s Out For Sure…

…because he sent me an e-mail saying so, and endorsing McCain (rumor has it Arnold may do the same tomorrow or soon) - so what if he sent it to 3 million other people, he also sent it to me, dammit!  The Republicans are debating right now, but I’m not watching…if anyone else is, feel free […]

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Tuesday, December 13th, 2005

The Stanley Williams Execution: Schwarzenegger’s Statement

One reason the California governor did not grant clemency was the failure of ‘Tookie’ Williams to admit his crimes and take responsibility:
Schwarzenegger said there was no question that Williams had murdered four people in 1979. Williams’ repeated refusal to admit that became, to the governor, a powerful factor against clemency.
“Stanley Williams insists he is innocent, […]

2 Comments » - Posted in Arnold Schwarzenegger, Republican Candidates by Mark

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Monday, December 12th, 2005

Breaking: Schwarzenegger Denies Clemency for Stanley Williams

I don’t have a link yet, though I’m sure the coverage will be deep and varied…
Here’s a link…
It’s the right decision. The death penalty is a deterrent and a punishment for monstrous behavior, not an invitation to rehabilitation…

18 Comments » - Posted in Domestic Affairs, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Republican Candidates by Mark

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Wednesday, September 7th, 2005

Schwarzenegger to Veto Gay Marriage Bill

Says the issue should be decided by “voters or the courts”…I can buy the first, but the second - no way…

3 Comments » - Posted in Domestic Affairs, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Republican Candidates by Mark

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Wednesday, September 7th, 2005

California Legislature Approves Gay Marriage

Will Schwarzenegger use the veto? This article in the Washington Post suggests he will:
If he vetoes the bill, Schwarzenegger will retain the support of his GOP base, which he needs in a special election he has called for November. But he could also alienate many Democrats who voted for him and whose backing he […]

3 Comments » - Posted in Domestic Affairs, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Republican Candidates by Mark

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Sunday, December 5th, 2004

Arnold Schwarzenegger - Candidate Profile Four

The Terminator has been a pleasant surprise. I initially looked at his gubernatorial effort as one of those ‘only in California’ things, but his speech at the Republican Convention was the most fun I’ve ever had watching a politician. Clearly, his appeal is not to be underestimated. Still, there are some HUGE obstacles to a […]

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