(Editor’s note: The following is an open letter to President Barack Obama from U.S. Rep. John D. Dingell, D-15th District.) To President Barack Obama: What you have done is truly remarkable. Powered by a mix of traditional Democratic ideas and a 21st century campaign you have won Americans’ respect as well as inspired them to dream again. And this inspiration comes when dreams are dying as quickly as American homes are being foreclosed and jobs are lost. Our economic woes have crippled both working families and … [Read more...] about Dingell Column
Ban distracted driving, not cautious conversation
In a report issued last week, the Congressionally chartered National Safety Council urged federal lawmakers to pass a ban on any and all cell phone usage while driving. The recommendation doesn’t come without clout, either. The NSC was one of the largest proponents of tougher drinking and driving laws that have become the norm over the last 20 years. Currently six states have laws banning cell phone usage on the road in some form or another and in Dearborn, drivers can be hit with a secondary offense if they commit a traffic … [Read more...] about Ban distracted driving, not cautious conversation
TOP TEN MOVIES 1-19
TOP TEN MOVIES 1. Gran Torino (R) Clint Eastwood, Christopher Carley 2. Bride Wars (PG) Kate Hudson, Anne Hathaway 3. The Unborn (PG-13) Odette Yustman, Gary Oldman 4. Marley & Me (PG) Owen Wilson, Jennifer Aniston 5. The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (PG-13) Brad Pitt, Cate Blanchett 6. Bedtime Stories (PG) Courteney Cox Arquette, Keri Russell 7. Valkyrie (PG-13) Tom Cruise, Kenneth Branagh 8. Yes Man (PG-13) Jim Carrey, Zooey Deschanel 9. Not Easily Broken (PG-13) Morris Chestnut, Taraji Henson 10. Seven … [Read more...] about TOP TEN MOVIES 1-19
TOP TEN VIDEO, DVD as of Jan. 17, 2009
TOP TEN VIDEO, DVD as of Jan. 17, 2009 Top 10 Video Rentals 1. Burn After Reading (R) George Clooney (Universal) 2. Death Race (R) Jason Statham (Universal) 3. The Dark Knight (PG-13) Christian Bale (Warner) 4. Eagle Eye (PG-13) Shia LaBeouf (DreamWorks SKG) 5. Mamma Mia! (PG-13) Meryl Streep (Universal) 6. Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor (PG-13) Brendan Fraser (Universal) 7. Traitor (PG-13) Don Cheadle (Overture Films) 8. Wanted (R) James McAvoy (Universal) 9. Step Brothers (R) Will Ferrell … [Read more...] about TOP TEN VIDEO, DVD as of Jan. 17, 2009
TOP OF THE CHARTS as of Jan. 17, 2009
TOP OF THE CHARTS as of Jan. 17, 2009 Top 10 Pop Singles This Week Last Week 1. Lady GaGa feat. Colby O’Donis No. 2 “Just Dance” (Streamline/KonLive/Cherrytree) 2. Beyonce No. 1 “Single Ladies (Put a Ring On It)” (Music World) 3. T.I. feat. Rihanna No. 3 “Live Your Life” (Def Jam/Grand Hustle) 4. Taylor Swift No. 5 “Love Story” (Big Machine) 5. Kanye West No. 4 “Heartless” (Roc-A-Fella/Def Jam) 6. Katy Perry No. 6 “Hot N Cold” (Capitol) 7. Jason Mraz No. 12 “I’m Yours” (Atlantic) 8. Britney Spears No. 7 … [Read more...] about TOP OF THE CHARTS as of Jan. 17, 2009
SOAP UPDATES 1-19
SOAP UPDATES By Dana Block ALL MY CHILDREN JR told Tad about Krystal and David’s affair. Bianca accused Reese of falling for Zach. Natalia told Jesse that she wants to be a police officer. A vengeful Josh robbed Zach’s casino and took Reese hostage. Jake suspected David of giving Krystal illegal drugs. A shot rang out during a struggle between Zach and Josh. Wait to See: Amanda’s home pregnancy test is positive. AS THE WORLD TURNS Craig and Dusty continued to fight over who should be Johnny’s father. Luke and Noah … [Read more...] about SOAP UPDATES 1-19
TRIVIA TEST 1-19
TRIVIA TEST By Fifi Rodriquez 1. HISTORY: Where was the Battle of Anzio fought during World War II? 2. GAMES: Where will the 2010 Winter Olympics be held? 3. AD SLOGANS: What product was featured in ads that proclaimed, “Look Ma, no cavities!” 4. ENTERTAINERS: Which entertainer’s catch phrase is “Can we talk?” 5. GEOLOGY: What is the origin of pumice? 6. GEOGRAPHY: What is the capital of Portugal? 7. MYTHOLOGY: Which character in Greek mythology slew the Minotaur? 8. MONEY: What is the basic monetary unit of Laos? 9. … [Read more...] about TRIVIA TEST 1-19
JILL JACKSON’S HOLLYWOOD 1-19
JILL JACKSON’S HOLLYWOOD By Jill Jackson HOLLYWOOD ... Jennifer Lopez has signed on to star in a film titled “Plan B,” about a single woman who attempts to become pregnant by artificial insemination. Then she goes into “The Governess,” and as yet I don’t know the plot. Many think J.Lo was born in Spain or some other Latin country. Not so. Her birthplace is the Bronx, N.Y. * * * Out this way they are now dubbing tuxedos “penguin suits.” As for ladies’ attire, they are still holding to those … [Read more...] about JILL JACKSON’S HOLLYWOOD 1-19
HOROSCOPE 1-19
SALOME’S STARS FOR RELEASE WEEK OF JAN. 19, 2009 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Although you’re getting kudos and other positive reactions to your suggestions, don’t let the cheers drown out some valid criticisms. Better to deal with them now than later. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Following your keen Bovine intuition pays off, as you not only reassess the suggestions some people are putting in front of you, but also their agendas for doing so. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) You continue on a high-enthusiasm cycle as that new … [Read more...] about HOROSCOPE 1-19
COUCH THEATER — DVD PREVIEWS 1-19
COUCH THEATER — DVD PREVIEWS By DNA SMITH PICK OF THE WEEK “Chris Rock: Kill The Messenger” (3-Disc Collector’s Edition) — I have a pretty extensive library of comedy albums, and one of my favorites is a rare double album by Bill Cosby from 1969 entitled “8:15 12:15.” The first disc is of his all-ages, family-oriented 8:15 show. The second is the adult-oriented midnight show. What’s great about this album is that the show is essentially the same, but you get to witness a master comedian gear his material to a specific … [Read more...] about COUCH THEATER — DVD PREVIEWS 1-19