Well, a lot of politics is communicating with people, and obviously comedy has something to do with that.
AL FRANKENBut when Americans lack the most basic information about our domestic surveillance programs, they have no way of knowing whether we’re getting that balance right. This lack of transparency is a big problem.
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And the problem with the mainstream media is that it has these other biases that are much more important.
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Minnesotans lost their jobs because the credit rating agencies didn’t do the only job they’re supposed to have.
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The nature of the Internet and the importance of net neutrality is that innovation can come from everyone.
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My dad never graduated high school. He was a printing salesman.
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Let’s not let the government sell us out. Let’s fight for net neutrality.
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When you encounter seemingly good advice that contradicts other seemingly good advice, ignore them both.
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I’ve never understood why we would want to deny all the joys – and the challenges – of marriage to anyone.
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Mistakes are a part of being human. Appreciate your mistakes for what they are: precious life lessons that can only be learned the hard way.
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I get satisfaction when I write something I like, when I’m happy with it.
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Compared to the American public at large, probably a slightly higher percentage of journalists, because of thier enhanced power of discernment, realize they know a gay person or two, and are, therefore, less frightened of them.
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I know I have an awful lot to learn from the people of Minnesota.
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Some of George W. Bush’s friends say that Bush believes God called him to be president during these times of trial.
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I’m from the Vietnam generation. I didn’t serve.
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I’m sure I’ve devoted enough thought to Rush Limbaugh for one lifetime.
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I couldn’t think of anything less appealing than molding the minds of tomorrow’s leaders.
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