Showing posts with label michaelmoore. Show all posts
Showing posts with label michaelmoore. Show all posts
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Friday, December 24, 2010
Moore on the need for transparency
Michael Moore talks with Rachel Maddow about the necessity of transparency in government, particularly in light of the revelations of the WikiLeaks cables...
Michael Moore on his support for Assange
Filmaker and author Michael Moore talks with Rachel Maddow about his support for WikiLeaks' Julian Assange and the seriousness with which he takes the rape charges against Assange. My own opinion, is that the guy very-well may have been set-up. Especially, since the women who it was reported allegedly made the charges in the first place, have since come-out publically, and have seemingly indicated that they were intimidated, and co-erced, in some way. And that they did have some kind of platonic relationship with him, that was mutual. I mean, it shouldn't take a rocket scientist to figure-out, exactly why Assange could have possibly been set-up, and the victim of false accusations, to discredit him, in some way. And that is not to indicate myself, that I necessarily agree with some of the methods he used in obtaining certain propriatary information; As long as the information is obtained legally, in the same manner as any credible, legitimate, investigative journalist. That's all I'm sayin about this. Whatever the case may be however, I think it is very interesting stuff; In more ways then one...
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Moore bails out Assange
Michael Moore explains to Countdown's Keith Olbermann why he contributed bail money for WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange...
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
The plot to discredit 'Sicko'
Michael Moore and Wendell Potter talk about the insurance industry's effort to recruit Potter in a smear campaign against the filmmaker before the movie "Sicko" was released...
The plot to discredit 'Sicko', Part II
Michael Moore and Wendell Potter talk about the insurance industry's effort to recruit Potter in a smear campaign against the filmmaker before the movie "Sicko" was released...
Saturday, November 13, 2010
Overtime with Bill Maher - Episode 197
Real Time with Bill Maher excerpt, from Episode 197 - aired Nov. 12th. With Michael Moore and Joe Sestak. Brilliant discussion worth watching...
Thursday, November 4, 2010
Michael Moore to Obama: toughen up
In an exclusive interview, the director/activist discusses what the President and the Democrats need to do to turn things around in 2012...
Friday, October 29, 2010
Michael Moore on what's at stake this election
Filmmaker and activist Michael Moore talks about the Rand Paul supporter who stomped on the head of a woman protester while another Rand Paul supporter held her down, and what's at stake in the midterm elections next week...
Monday, October 18, 2010
Michael Moore on The Dylan Ratigan Show, March 17, 2010
"Until we remove money from politics...we're doomed. Once it's removed, though, the playing field is level" - Michael Moore
Sunday, October 10, 2010
Live Chat with Michael Moore
This is a 30 minute live video stream and chat that Michael Moore did with Robert Greenwald of Brave New Films back in March, 2010 that I just came across on the same YouTube channel. It is another must see, that I just had to add to the archives here on my blog. Just too good to pass up...
Sunday, October 3, 2010
Five Ways the Democrats Can Avoid a Catastrophe and Pull Off the Mother of All Upsets...a letter from Michael Moore
This is a recent blog post from Michael Moore's website, that I received in e-mail form. I have been a big fan of his for quite some time now, and thought what he wrote in this particular blog post is absolutely brilliant, insightful, powerful, and important enough to want to share it here on my own blog, in its entirety. It is good stuff, and I hope you get something from it, yourself...
Five Ways the Democrats Can Avoid a Catastrophe and Pull Off the Mother of All Upsets
Friday, October 1st, 2010
Friends,
The election is one month from tomorrow and, yes, it looks hopeless. November 2nd -- the day the Dems are expected to crash and burn.
Sadly, it's a situation the Democrats have brought upon themselves -- even though the majority of them didn't create the mess we're in. But they've had over a year and a half to start getting the job done to fix it. Instead, they've run scared ever since they took power. To many, the shellacking they're about to receive is one they deserve.
But if you're of a mindset that believes a return to 2001-2008 would be sheer insanity, then you probably agree we've got no choice but to save the Democrats from themselves.
Memo To: President Obama and the Democratic Party Leadership
From: Michael Moore
Subject: 5 Things Dems Can Do to Turn It Around by November 2nd
1. Immediate Wall-to-Wall TV Ads, Internet Videos, and Appearances Hammering Who the Hell Put Us in the Misery We're In.
We Americans have very short attention spans (Quick: Who Won the Oscar for Best Picture last year? The World Series? Exactly.). People need to be reminded over and over that it was the REPUBLICANS who concocted and led the unnecessary invasion of two countries, putting us in our longest war ever, wars that will eventually cost us over $3 trillion. Bush and Co. also caused the biggest collapse of our economy since the Great Depression. I don't know a single person in Hollywood who wouldn't shoot and produce those spots for you for FREE. Dems: Do not pull a single punch on this. Quit being a bunch of wusses and let the bastards have it! The public will be astonished that you've found your courage and your spine. We expect you to be Muhammad Ali, not Ally McBeal.
2. Indict the Criminals.
Announce that the Justice Department will seek indictments against both those who caused the economic collapse and those who became war profiteers. Call it for what it is: organized crime. Use the RICO statutes. Use the basic laws that make fraud of any kind a crime. Get in the face of those who stole the billions, make them pay for it -- and the people will love you. We want Dirty Harry, not Dirty Dancing.
3. Announce a Moratorium on All Family Home Foreclosures.
Last month (August) there were more home foreclosures than in any month in U.S. history. Worse than any month in the worst year ever, 2009. The bleeding hasn't stopped -- it's only gotten worse. And now, this week, two of the largest crime organizations who are throwing hundreds of thousands of people out of their homes have been forced to momentarily stop doing this. It turns out, they don't really have the paperwork to prove they actually own these houses! It's madness. So if you do one thing for the middle class this week, do this. It will take an hour of your time to draw up the decree and issue it. We'd rather watch "It's a Wonderful Life" than "Poltergeist."
4. Announce a New 21st Century WPA.
"Who's hiring? THE GOVERNMENT IS HIRING!" Put together a simple plan to hire enough people to repair our roads, fix up our aging schools, and rebuild our infrastructure. Fund this by taxing the richest 1% who have more financial wealth than 95% of Americans combined! Unemployment will drop to 5%. Can you pass it? Well, you sure can't unless you try! And as you're trying, announce that you will force the Republican senators (who until now simply have had to say they "intended" to filibuster in order to kill a bill) to have to actually filibuster! Make them stand on the floor of the Senate and read from the phone book 24/7. They won't last a day. And America will see them for who they really are.
5. Declare That No Democrat Will Accept ANY Wall Street Money in the Next Election Cycle.
Pick a day in the coming week. Have all your fellow Democrats in Congress stand in front of the Capitol (with President Obama) and pledge that if America allows you to retain control of Congress, none of you will take a penny from Wall Street for the 2012 election. Instead, promise to accept donations of only $2, $5 and $10. You will also pledge not to take a job as a lobbyist or lawyer for ANY corporation for ten years after you leave Congress. The message will be a powerful one to the average American fed up with corrupt political hacks. Act like Honest Abe, not Fast Freddie -- and see what happens.
And here are two bonus suggestions: Use what sense of humor you have and go after these candidates and their agenda with all the hilarious ridicule they deserve. And quit complaining about "the base" not doing enough to help you. You want help? Do something this week to earn it. I've offered five suggestions. I'm sure the rest of "the base" has a few more.
Yours,
Michael Moore
MMFlint@aol.com
MichaelMoore.com
Five Ways the Democrats Can Avoid a Catastrophe and Pull Off the Mother of All Upsets
Friday, October 1st, 2010
Friends,
The election is one month from tomorrow and, yes, it looks hopeless. November 2nd -- the day the Dems are expected to crash and burn.
Sadly, it's a situation the Democrats have brought upon themselves -- even though the majority of them didn't create the mess we're in. But they've had over a year and a half to start getting the job done to fix it. Instead, they've run scared ever since they took power. To many, the shellacking they're about to receive is one they deserve.
But if you're of a mindset that believes a return to 2001-2008 would be sheer insanity, then you probably agree we've got no choice but to save the Democrats from themselves.
Memo To: President Obama and the Democratic Party Leadership
From: Michael Moore
Subject: 5 Things Dems Can Do to Turn It Around by November 2nd
1. Immediate Wall-to-Wall TV Ads, Internet Videos, and Appearances Hammering Who the Hell Put Us in the Misery We're In.
We Americans have very short attention spans (Quick: Who Won the Oscar for Best Picture last year? The World Series? Exactly.). People need to be reminded over and over that it was the REPUBLICANS who concocted and led the unnecessary invasion of two countries, putting us in our longest war ever, wars that will eventually cost us over $3 trillion. Bush and Co. also caused the biggest collapse of our economy since the Great Depression. I don't know a single person in Hollywood who wouldn't shoot and produce those spots for you for FREE. Dems: Do not pull a single punch on this. Quit being a bunch of wusses and let the bastards have it! The public will be astonished that you've found your courage and your spine. We expect you to be Muhammad Ali, not Ally McBeal.
2. Indict the Criminals.
Announce that the Justice Department will seek indictments against both those who caused the economic collapse and those who became war profiteers. Call it for what it is: organized crime. Use the RICO statutes. Use the basic laws that make fraud of any kind a crime. Get in the face of those who stole the billions, make them pay for it -- and the people will love you. We want Dirty Harry, not Dirty Dancing.
3. Announce a Moratorium on All Family Home Foreclosures.
Last month (August) there were more home foreclosures than in any month in U.S. history. Worse than any month in the worst year ever, 2009. The bleeding hasn't stopped -- it's only gotten worse. And now, this week, two of the largest crime organizations who are throwing hundreds of thousands of people out of their homes have been forced to momentarily stop doing this. It turns out, they don't really have the paperwork to prove they actually own these houses! It's madness. So if you do one thing for the middle class this week, do this. It will take an hour of your time to draw up the decree and issue it. We'd rather watch "It's a Wonderful Life" than "Poltergeist."
4. Announce a New 21st Century WPA.
"Who's hiring? THE GOVERNMENT IS HIRING!" Put together a simple plan to hire enough people to repair our roads, fix up our aging schools, and rebuild our infrastructure. Fund this by taxing the richest 1% who have more financial wealth than 95% of Americans combined! Unemployment will drop to 5%. Can you pass it? Well, you sure can't unless you try! And as you're trying, announce that you will force the Republican senators (who until now simply have had to say they "intended" to filibuster in order to kill a bill) to have to actually filibuster! Make them stand on the floor of the Senate and read from the phone book 24/7. They won't last a day. And America will see them for who they really are.
5. Declare That No Democrat Will Accept ANY Wall Street Money in the Next Election Cycle.
Pick a day in the coming week. Have all your fellow Democrats in Congress stand in front of the Capitol (with President Obama) and pledge that if America allows you to retain control of Congress, none of you will take a penny from Wall Street for the 2012 election. Instead, promise to accept donations of only $2, $5 and $10. You will also pledge not to take a job as a lobbyist or lawyer for ANY corporation for ten years after you leave Congress. The message will be a powerful one to the average American fed up with corrupt political hacks. Act like Honest Abe, not Fast Freddie -- and see what happens.
And here are two bonus suggestions: Use what sense of humor you have and go after these candidates and their agenda with all the hilarious ridicule they deserve. And quit complaining about "the base" not doing enough to help you. You want help? Do something this week to earn it. I've offered five suggestions. I'm sure the rest of "the base" has a few more.
Yours,
Michael Moore
MMFlint@aol.com
MichaelMoore.com
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Obama Versus The Left
For whatever it's worth, I totally agree with Michael Moore's comments regarding his interview here with Keith Olbermann. Pres. Obama should stick to his base, and the principles that he originally campaigned on in the first place, and not cave to the far-right. It makes him come across as in-sincere, and provides his enemies (who seem to be many on the radical right) with allot of ammunition for their negative attacks, cynicism, and criticism of him, ironically. And definitely doesn't help the chances for the democrats to continue to hold the house in the fall. Which was the clear mandate that they were givin' from the American people in 2008; And was based (in part) on Obama's original campaign promises, of "change we can believe in"! I also have to be honest, along with most other Progressive Democrats, is that I was completely taken aback, shocked, and very disappointed by Press Secretary Robert Gibbs statements, and not only think he was way out of line, but may have even done some damage to the party itself; And really hope Pres. Obama distances himself in some way from those remarks, which were quite striking, to say the least...
Saturday, September 26, 2009
Michael Moore on Countdown With Keith Olbermann
Here is yet another one from Michael Moore, this time discussing with Keith Olbermann things in relation to the subject of his new film: "Capitalism: A Love Story". Very interesting stuff...
Michael Moore's Nightline Interview With Terry Moran
Some more very powerful stuff from Michael Moore. I give this guy allot of credit...
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Michael Moore's First Official Visit Inside General Motors Headquarters
Did not want to leave off with the last negative blog, as the most recent post. I really dig Michael Moore anyway. Thought this video was worth posting here, regarding the various premieres that now seem to be happening in anticipation of the release of his new movie...
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