Give War A Chance

al.com: NewsFlash - Bush pleads for patience in Iraq war

Everybody’s talking ’bout
Resolutions Revolution Observation
Infiltration Detonation Investigation
Mediation United Nations Commiseration
All I am saying,
Is give war a chance!

Come exploit us, Wal-Mart!

With population near 10,000, Calera seeks big-box stores

Jeez, the city of Calera actually commissioned a study to show that the Census Bureau underestimated their population in order to draw “big box” stores to the community. I guess wages weren’t low enough or something.

Because big-box retailers extend a community’s trading area, Robicheaux said, it’s not surprising Calera is aggressively seeking to attract them.

“People would drive from 30 miles outside of Calera to come to a Home Depot or a Wal-Mart,” Robicheaux said.

But… but… I thought that the whole point was to show that there were enough people in Calera to support a Wal-Mart already.

The choice is clear

Who will lead Auburn?

A divided university seeks a new president, its third in 39 months. Controversy swirls. Only one man has the standing, and the affection of the Auburn and statewide community, to fill this role. Yes, his academic record was spotty, and this would be at best a lateral move. Yes, his goals in life are somewhat higher. But the time is now for Auburn to reach out to its most illustrious alumnus.

Charles Barkley, your alma mater needs you.