Frank Chow: Asian- American Political Pundit

And back to life. We had a lovely vacation and I hope you all had a great holiday as well...AND are still having one. Being in the retail world I was swamped the past two weeks and I'm beat. Yesterday we had our first Chow family Christmas. Just me and my lady. We started some new traditions, continued some old family ones and ate till we were beyond full. Christmas in Cali was quite nice, can't wait til next year! Here are your highlights: Bushmaster gun of choice Stay warm in the Midwest and East Coast Memorable Tweets People like Kent Conrad still sucks The bizarre FreedomWorks coup Week 17 Playoff scenarios , The Redskins have to win; on the biggest stage, against their biggest rival. HAIL TO THE REDSKINS! Chow!

Welp. Mission Accomplished...okay not really, but I finished my editing and I sent off my project. It's a relief and I feel like I'm sending my first born child to their first day at school. We'll see what happens, but nonetheless I can take a little vacation and enjoy it. Hold down the fort ya'll. Here are your highlights: Filibuster Reform , it's on. Losing their minds, Republican voters blame ACORN for the election loss No idea people still wrote on Breitbart I'd get in this taxi NOT BREAKING NEWS: Austerity is Stupid And your moment of "Why I'm not a Republican" brought to you by the ignorant and condescending National Review Online. Remember, Asians in America, once you have "Americaness" you'll come to the side of the Republicans. I'd say I'm shocked, but this is the Grand Old Party I've grown up with. We aren't Americans to them, we think in all funky chinaman speak. This is the sort of out reach...

I've given myself a deadline for a writing project. Sorry for being gone so much. We head to Illinois on Thursday so more sucky blogging. Here are your highlights: "Linsanity" documentary makes Sundance Five Political Realities of the Fiscal Cliff Pelosi playing a key role yet again in the House The NRA is still full of crazy Roger Ailes, no joke How about them Redskins?!! RG3 and Alfred Morris led the Skins to an improbably December win over the Giants last night. Hail Yeah!!! Chow!

I'm beat. Two days in a row up way late editing. I also might have had too much booze as well, but that's neither here nor there...I've got to do the 9-5 today after doing the close last night. They call that a clopen in the industry. Here are your highlights: GOP still the "Party of No" Strike at the California Docks UCLA Vietnamese Student Union Gets Vandalized Layoffs and potential disaster Say goodbye to the Axelrod stache Let me clear my throat TAX THE RICH! Chow

And I'm back! Wow, it's been a while. I think we have one box and about ten or so things to hang, but we're settled in and enjoying our new place. It's been too cold to use the pool, but believe you mean we will. I've been staying up late writing a bunch and trying to meet deadlines for various things. Hopefully something will come out of the many different feelers I have out. It's the slow time of year. So I'm focused on my family, my craft and Sufjan Stevens' Christmas album. Here are your highlights: No Boehner progress Raising the Medicare age is well, a terrible idea Economy gets a slight uptick GOP freaks out Obama taking his case to the people "At least eight shots" "Are College Admissions Anti-Asian?" Chow!

We're almost done with all of our unpacking. There's just a few things in bins that need a home. I'm exhausted...still...I'll be back after Thanksgiving. Hold down the fort. Chow!

The Mrs. and I are prepping to move. I'm hunkering down and trying to cover internet, gas, electric and etc...and etc... We move Wednesday morning and then hopefully over the next week we'll settle into our new abode. We're pretty excited for the savings. It's right up the street as well, so there's no real adjustment to environment or "getting to know our surroundings." Once we (and by we I mean my wife) figures out where everything is to be placed, I'll share pictures. This weekend was spent participating in debauchery at the USC homecoming festivities and then driving to San Diego for the day to see Poppa Frank. I'm exhausted from the trip, but it was worth it since I won't be seeing him over the holidays at all. Did I mention I love San Diego? Anyway, just wanted to stop in, say hello and give you all an update. Till next time...RAGE ON! I am Frank Chow and I approved this message

It's clear we're still dealing with the same Republican party. Mostly likely it will take time before the self-implode...if they ever. I didn't think they change over night, however Boehner today did sound more defeated than normal. I'm almost certain he knows he's losing his job. Maybe in two year the media will finally throw up their hands and announce they know the GOP is batshit crazy. I won't hold my breath. Anyone catch Obama's press conference? I thought it went rather well. Here are your highlights: Republicans commit voter fraud Asian-Americans heavily favored Obama Splitting the Buckeye State Not gonna lie Daniel Craig is a b.a. Bond Imaginary Liberal Theater As California Goes... Chow!

The Daily Show with Jon Stewart Get More: Daily Show Full Episodes , Political Humor & Satire Blog , The Daily Show on Facebook Wow. I needed a day off after Tuesday night. I may or may not have drank just a tad too much bubbly after the election was called for President Barack Obama. Now it's back to work. It's back to changing this great nation bit by bit. The first priority should be creating jobs and finishing what the administration started four years ago, recovery. It's going to be interesting to watch the GOP figure out what there next move will be. Their Black Jimmy Carter approach was thwarted clearly by the American people on Tuesday. There might be an ugly in-fight coming up over the next couple of years. I have a inkling they're going to have to jump off the crazy cliff before ever coming back to America. The America that voted on Tuesday, not the America they think still exists. Here are your highlights: Obama's Victory Speech Forget undecide...

Well the Mrs. and I voted. After about an hour or so of waiting, we went to the archaic little set up and did the damn thing. I'm now going to try to avoid tv, Twitter and Facebook for much of the day. Hopefully, I'll get some writing done. It all comes down to tonight's results...what I'm feeling is Obama will be reelected and this blog will go back to thwarting ridiculous right-wing conspiracies. I hope that feeling is right. It's much more fun knowing there's a competent man leading the Free World. Here are your highlights: Romney Closes Dirty Nate Silver, he's smart and wonky The last minute tiff between Romney and Christie , don't see any benefit from this whatsoever. It's plain odd. Lots of other issues being voted on today. Gay Marriage! Atrios sums up the day ahead Fired up and Ready to Go! Chow!

It's one day and I'm surprisingly calm. I'll be heading to the polls to vote tomorrow. It'll be the first time we'll be voting together as husband and wife. So American. Here are your highlights: Election Swing State Scoreboard Slowly but surely the economy is recovering Paul Ryan's mentor... How bad was yesterday's Redskins game? This bad Links to swing states and GOTV TNC explains magic is to blame if Romney loses Chow!

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So I drank too much whiskey last night. Gonna have to take it easy today...lucky me I have work till 10pm. In other news we move in a couple of weeks to our new place. It's a bit older than our current place, but it has charm and it is much more affordable. This will undoubtedly make things a bit easier. I'm looking forward to it just not looking forward to packing up our schtuff. We've gotta lotta schtuff. Here are your highlights: Hell in the Swing States The Nate Silver v Republicans spat explained Romney's sad and pathetic closing argument YES If you can't win, make it harder to vote Jobs Report , the good and the bad Chow!

It's that time of year where we inch closer to election day. I'm a tad bit nervous, but after Obama's response to Hurricane Sandy I think Obama will be reelected. The most recent swing states seem to be aligning for a tight Obama victory and an almost certain right-wing meltdown. Romney as we've come to the finish line, as suspected, is not a strong closer offering little real " momentum ". I don't look forward to the media response if Obama wins. By the way this election cycle developed it stands to reason they'll call the election result a call for Obama to go further to the mystical center. They'll ask for more austerity, bipartisanship and hurt for the less fortunate. And TAX CUTS! I say if Obama is reelected he should treat it is a mandate for his agenda. Raise taxes on the rich, invest in infrastructure and education and hire back a ton of gov't workers...hope. Here are your highlights: Penn State president charged Health threats po...

One man is the president, the other keeps posing. Time for the country to decide in less than a week. Let's do this! Here are your highlights: Facts? What are those? Hey D'Souza, You Da Suck ! Florida gets weirder Romney's attempt at a event for Hurricane Sandy victims as fake as it sounds In honor of Disney buying Lucasfilms, the best Star Wars Costume to date Chow!

I slept in...YES! Now I'm off to work. Here are your highlights: Sandy deals New York a crushing blow , hope everyone is safe Mitt not friendly to same-sex parenting Nate Silver versus "real journalists" hilarious Why do people respect David Brooks ? Science might help in the near future with hurricanes Prop 37, what's it means for our food Chow!

Stay safe everyone and if it's not as bad in your neck of the woods...go out and shop...I kid. I'm too tired at this moment to rage about this stupid election. Here are your highlights: Joss Whedon Zomney Sen. John McCain is back to his crabby ways Track the storm The jobs report will have no impact on the election The subtext of the Romney's referring to Obama as not "grown-up" Quick reaction to the abysmal Redsksins' performance Chow!

I'm off to work. Here are your highlights: John Sununu complete idiot Atrios reminds us what it's all about SEX IN ADS! Romney has no integrity, his lies could fill a fleet of Jeeps Electorate looks much like '08 This weekend, The Return of Cooley Chow!

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Apologies to all who have received a mal-ware warning while attempting to visit my site. I'm trying to figure out which link is the one carrying such nonsense. Alas, Google nor Blogger has been much help. I'm considering a switch, any suggestions? Here are your highlights: Microsoft introduces Windows 8 Obama receives the endorsement of Colin Powell once again No more Romney momentum Redefining rape seems to be part of the GOP platform Jobs, jobs and jobs WTF, the "Evil Chinese Professor" is back Chow!

It's Wednesday and it feels like a Friday. Outside the wind is blowing and the sun is beaming. I'm working on a playlist and catching up on various creative endeavors before I have to work. I kind of like it here. Here are your highlights: Obama's Des Moines Register "off the record" interview More on Richard Mourdock The geekiest cake of all geeky wedding cakes, Eye of Sauron Pennsylvania attempting to start Corporate Welfare Dear Media, YOU HAD A STORY . You are just too frightened to tell it. Supply and Demand Keep calm Dems, there's a clearer path to victory for Obama Chow!

I've decided to become a Catholic. It has been a rather long journey. A search of my soul, my spirit and my faith. I and I alone have come to this decision. The past month I've been attending mass with a group of fellow adults embarking on the same journey. Every Monday, that work permits, I attend a class for an hour and half. We talk and chat about the Bible, Jesus, God, the Disciples, the Church, traditions, specific verses; we dig deeper each class. It has been trying. I won't lie at times I've wanted to quit, yet something compels me to continue. I have faith it's the right path for me at this time. And although I don't always agree with various teachings or leanings; I know it is the right thing to do. So when I read things like this it troubles me. It makes me sad and it's the exact opposite of what I've learned thus far: Indiana Treasurer Richard Mourdock became the latest Republican to wander into eyebrow-raising territory when it came to t...

I've had a busy couple of days. Today I get to recover. Wednesday I had the pleasure of attending Whisky Live. A three hour of event of high-end and craft bourbon and whiskey tastings. I will blog more about it later, but it was a learning experience and pretty friggin' cool. I am however still recovering. It was a lot, A LOT of booze. Here are your highlights: The GOP will find any way to intimidate your vote Don't call it a comeback What a Romney victory would mean For you folks who'll get winter, the coolest jacket Rep. Joe Walsh still one of the worst reps in America Romnesia Chow!

Morgan Freeman. Who you got? *dropsmic Here are your highlights: Nothing but Sleaze The Romney Tax plan details all in one click Ryan's bizarre photo-op What will Romney say tonight? He very well could say anything Corporations are people! Redskins Stars Make Them Legit Chow!

It's taking all my will power not to write about the amazing, the talented, the mind-blowingly awesome RG3...what a game! I will simply post this video, so you can see for yourself. The kid is for real. I hope that he stays healthy, smart and focused; good things are headed his way. Just received great news that the Paddy K will be visiting California next week. It's on! Here are your highlights: Supersonic Skydive God, we need a better press corps K Pop to take over the music world? Super hero PUMPKINS! EW, EU The Romney plan is not a plan Chow!

Today was not a "day off." I spent my morning at the Genius Bar in the Apple Store. It's sterile and hipster vibe enveloped me in a string of bad reports about the state of my computer. The kid who helped me was kind enough, but couldn't for the life of him figure out how and why my computer was in such an utter state of ruin. There's something creepy about the Apple store once you've sat there for more than 15 minutes. Is this what we've become? I could've easily spent the rest of my day there simply name dropping indie/hipster bands gathering an audience of kids eager to compare playlists. In other words, the Genius Bar didn't have enough genius. They couldn't fix my computer. I did, however, wisely set up coffee with an acting/writing friend to follow the lack of genius. A fellow Chicagoan and Middle-American; it was great to catch up and bounce off ideas with him. It amazes me how if two creative people sit down with common interests elec...

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This is my friend. He plays music and you should listen to his awesomeness. In other news, we've decided to move to a more affordable place. Still in Santa Monica and it has a pool. So, needless to say we're quite happy with the savings and it has a pool. Did I mention pool? Only downside is we have to get packing once again. I don't know anyone who enjoys moving. Any advice to make it easier, let me know! Here are your highlights: Reminder: Romney is a flip-flopper Michelle Rhee isn't the only faux-education reformer I've been "battered" by the economy and I still support our President Elizabeth Warren says we shouldn't go back Justice Kennedy the deciding vote Chow!

(so proud of my son) I'm taking the ole computer in on Friday. My work schedule has been all over the map. They have been testing out a new program and so I'm just attempting to go along with it. To be perfectly honest it sucks. I need to get my computer back up and healthy to record a new voice demo and work on some scripts. This is year two of living in LA, I've got a ton to accomplish. Here are your highlights: Justices to hear affirmative action case , we're so post-racial Romney wants to end Roe v Wade This suitcase would make everyone's life easier RG3 cleared to practice Lying as a strategy I couldn't agree with this more; if Obama wins the GOP will do everything they can to delegitimize the win for the next four years Chow!

The Obama campaign wins the day. Well played, well played indeed. Here are your highlights: Romney gets a nice one poll bounce , don't panic The real way Romney can win is by rigging the game Get a grip The is nun of my business Ryan Kerrigan could save the Redskins' defense Chow!

My computer crashed and it hasn't come back to life. I'm taking it to the Genius Bar this week, my hope it won't cost an arm and a leg. My fear is that I lost everything. Scripts, photos and edited videos... Till I get my computer back, I will be using the Mrs. laptop when I can. This sucks. Chow!

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My work schedule is all over the map this week. Off to do the 9-5 thang. Here are your highlights: Romney's health plan would leave more uninsured Please Mass, get rid of Scott Brown Jim Crow Struck Down in PA Can you believe it, 50 years of James Bond! Ruining my childhood "Whistling Past Dixie" Chow!

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Not really morning anymore, but hey it counts if it's before noon, right? Here are your highlights: RG3 is a star with many talents , HAIL TO THE REDSKINS! SPACE, 50 years of space photos The economy still can't make up its mind Is nail-biting a mental disorder? Probably not the best way to sell Ice Cream The Legend of Paul Ryan fades , welcome to the big show Chow!

The Colbert Report Get More: Colbert Report Full Episodes , Political Humor & Satire Blog , Video Archive It is Sunday yet? Here are your highlights: Top Catholic Biship Affirms Need for Government Programs to Help the Poor Finally someone admits it, Paul Ryan is no wonder kid In-fighting New Coheed song, the lyric video of "The Afterman" Water Flowed on Mars TMNT 3D street art, COWABUNGA DUDES!!! Chow!

I've spent most of my day working my ass off. I don't get paid much for the amount of work I put in, it's frustrating and I'm quite exhausted. (Apologies for my time away of late) So when I arrived at my humble abode tonight I had every intention to sit and type. I wanted to write tonight about education in America, about television and writing Asian-American characters; I wanted to write about affirmative action and white privilege, about the election and being a part of the "other" 47%. Alas, tonight I won't write about any of those things. Instead, I'm stuck on music. Music that inspires, challenges and in a way haunts me at this moment. I say haunt because when you listen to an album sometimes you come to a realization that you've yet to reach your potential. It challenges you because when you hear its intricacies you cringe at the thought of what more you could be doing at this very instant. You hear every note, the subtlest tones and each h...

It's been an odd and busy week already. I've started Insanity again, my hip seems healed enough and although I'm not going full 100% it feels good to be back at it. The weather has cooled off this week as well. I miss Fall in Virginia, but I can't really complain about beach living. Speaking of beach living we visited Manhattan Beach the other day and kind of fell in love. Now just to convince all of friends to rent a home with us for the summer... Here are your highlights: Syria, it's out of control Houses by freeways are bad for kids Obama still has his support NFC East rookies among the league's best Deep deep Bonddad thoughts on the election TREKKIE COOKIES!! Chow!

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Well I'm back! After a much needed vacation, the lady and I safely returned to Santa Monica. It was a great week. We started in Temecula, headed to Stone Brewing Company, then stayed in La Jolla for the rest of the week. We even got to hop in a kayak and tour the coastline of La Jolla. I'm a bit tanner, a bit chubbier and so much happier. It was just what the doctor ordered. Now it's back to the grind and making it in Hollywood. Here are your highlights: Vote These Bastards Out CEOs are overpaid and it's hurting average workers Redskins lose again, one thing is clear RG3 can't do it alone Kick-Ass 2, the revival of Jim Carrey? Romney rigging the game Not good signs on the economic front , maybe we should elect a Congress that does something... Chow!

We start vacation on Monday, I'll be off the grid for a week. Random postings to ensue! Here are your highlights: Why everyone is excited about QE3 The Chicago teachers strikes continues PINK SLIME This is a much needed comedic switch, SNL gets new Obama What's middle income? I'll give you a hint NOT $200,000 a year Chow!

I slept maybe three hours last night. I think this might be the beginning of my very own fight club. Here are your highlights: Hillary Clinton on the Middle East embassy attacks and the film Yup, this election cycle has been depressing More about RG3 No soda for you NYC Romney "Wrong Time to Go Bold" Fed to make a QE3 move Chow!

Lots of people getting hidden on Facebook today. If I read one more comment asking for war in Libya or Egypt, or asking for some kind of retaliation I might just throw my Timeline through the friggin wall. Have we learned nothing from 9/11 or did we forget? Or do we all now think the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq were all because of 9/11? Don't answer that, I might get depressed. Instead I'll listen to happy songs. Here are your highlights: Romney's classless response to the Attack on the Libyan Embassy A double downgrade? The IPhone 5 revealed Don't tell anyone, but Obamacare is already working CTUStrike! It's time to start watching the predictions closely, Five Thirty Eight Marc Ambinder on Libya Chow!

I've already said my piece about 9-11 many of times. As I get older though, I've become less jaded and more disappointed. There'll be tons of tributes on tv, celebrities and news anchors recalling what they went through and felt, there'll be divisive rhetoric from the right-wing and people justifying two wars without mentioning one was completely unrelated. We're no more united today than we were back then. So yeah, I'm disappointed. This election gives us a chance to start making more things right. Hopefully, we do. Here are your highlights: Biden makes a classic visit to PA. firefighters Chicago schools, the struggles in the system Animated GIFs tell the story of the Fed and the jobs crisis Reminder: We're but small specs in the sky Power Rankings, the Skins make a big jump Chow!

HAIL TO THE REDSKINS! What can I say that hasn't already been said ? I was lucky enough to catch most of the first half at Joxers Daly's in Culver City. It is a full on Redskins haven there and it was like being at home. RGIII was so poised, so accurate, so bad-ass, that it's hard not to fully buy into the hype. The kid crushed it in his debut and the team had an entirely different swagger. It'll be interesting to see how this season plays out, how the team will handle adversity and what won't RGIII accomplish. As of right now, I'm riding high with Redskins pride. It's the dawn of a new era. HTTR! Here are your highlights: At this point, it should be expected the GOP won't change a bit if Obama is reelected The Company Romney Keeps Ladies: Wine purses... First Listen: Grizzly Bear Rahm Emanuel still a colossal prick, support the Chicago Teacher Union The negative bounce for Romney , a first Welcome back to the blogosphere Marc Ambinde...

A small quake late last night spooked me. I was deep in a writing session, headphones on, (working on a new project) and the initial shake was bigger than what I've felt thus far. Normally quakes build and then shake, this started with a shake. I thought it was someone coming up from behind me at first. Luckily, it was just an earthquake. I'm working all weekend, so you folks enjoy yourselves. Here are your highlights: Song Premiere: the Calm Blue Sea "Mary Ann Nichols" Unemployment by the numbers , not what we'd like to hear. Maybe we should elect a guy who ships jobs overseas, wants to give tax cuts to the rich and love offshore accounts... Fight Night Saturday: Chad Dawson moves down in weight to fight the champ Andre Ward AAPI representation at the DNC It's been one year since Obama asked for more jobs bills, the GOP nothing Are you ready for some football?! Hail to the Redskins! Chow!

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I have a meeting in an hour. Gotta go gets ready! Here are your highlights: Romney & GOP Pull of Penn & Michigan ...either they know something we don't or they are folding awfully soon. Might be the biggest fail of the year, Facebook doing worse than Twitter in ad sales Gabby Giffords to lead pledge Make your horse into a DRAGON!  The disgusting GOP pundit reaction to Sandra Fluke's speech Desktop Wallpapers for your puter Chow!

I doubt know about you the tone at the DNC is much different than that of the RNC. It seems the DNC actually likes their candidate. Gov. Deval Patrick owned the night with an amazing speech, someone get him a PR person stat. Me, I'm just waiting for Clint Eastwood to crash the DNC with Chuck Norris with chairs above their heads like a WWE match. Here are your highlights: The speeches from the DNC , starring a very classy Michelle Obama Coming to Cali, driverless cars Reminder: Repealing Obamacare would take health care away from people New Eats in Santa Monica Meet Virginia, a third party of crazy Monsanto versus nature , Nature will always find a way to win Chow!

I've been battling an eye twitch. From my studies, it's most likely due to two things 1) stress and 2) sleep deprivation. It's been bothering me now for over a week...I correct that statement it's been annoying the hell out of me for over a week. If anyone has any remedies other than the obvious SLEEP YOU MORON, let me know. I hope everyone had a lovely Labor Day. We went to Malibu Wines overlooking the hills and mountains of Malibu. It was definitely an experience to remember, we even checked out the Biggest Loser Ranch sort of, we took a poke about. Today is my last day off before another weekend in retail madness. Here are your highlights: No Scribbling on the Etch-a-Sketch On Labor Day thank the Unions Eric Cantor tweets the new GOP line on Labor Day "thanks employers!" Yeah they don't get it. Ugliest Face Contest! "Suppose your house is on fire..."  Chow!

Chuck Todd ladies and gentlemen: After Clint Eastwood went all Leonard Lowe on us tonight, I feel it's only more important to share this moment of stupidity. “Democrats wish they had the diversity of speakers and deep bench [of the GOP] to show America …” As a minority watching an entirely white panel analyze a predominantly white party it's hard not to be insulted. In this case, I find it better to laugh. It may be the dumbest thing said all year. Pat yourself on the back Chuckles. I am Frank Chow and I approved this message

I'm on a quest for an economically sound bar at home. My financials and my lust for high-end bourbons happens to be a constant and unwanted battle. Recently, I've taken it upon myself to taste and sample a couple of bourbons for my "well" at home as well as a single barrel or small batch under $30. I thought I'd share my some I've taken a liking to and perhaps you all will give them a try next time you're out and about. Well, well, well: Most people find the term well to be synonymous with "cheap", however in my terms I mean it to be "affordable, but satisfactory for an array of drinks." Wordy, I know, but so we're on the same page...I digress...In my search I've picked the brains of some of my favorite local bars and asked point blank "what's your well?" Some have surprised me others have disappointed me, nevertheless I've got my own. Bourbon- the Wells Ancient Age It's cheap $8.99 for a 750ml,...

I'm back! After a much needed vacation to the wonderful city that is San Fran, I'm back. Unfortunately not in one piece...okay one piece, but the night before we left I re-injured my back. The nagging injury that required six months of physical therapy last time. I spent the first night in San Fran with back spasms. No fun. We did, however, get to visit our favorites foodie spots, went to a new one and dined out at the SFFoodFest in the Mission district. I even snuck in a stop at 21st Amendment brewery. Now it's back to the grind and writing lots of writing. Here are your highlights: Lance Armstrong's official statement Chicago violence, 19 shot in one night Chinese-American adoptees Stupid comedian make a stupid racist jokes, gets jumped... Mitt Romney tax cheat? Look, the Gold Standard is a standard of stupid Chow!

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We're heading to San Fran tomorrow and we can't wait. It's been awhile since we've both been able to visit. It'll be nice to have a vacation and get away. I'm a bit burned out. Yesterday, I had a stomach bug...whole lotta no fun, then had to work late. Six days in a row can catch up to you. Today I'm taking it easy and moving at a turtle's pace. San Fran tomorrow! Here are your highlights: Olive branch from Obama to Romney on tax returns Punk rock lives in Russia Rick Scott, your laws are kind of racisty Akira Project Preseason: Redskins v Bears what to watch Back Pocket Memory Sometimes I feel like this country is doomed. Kentucky reaffirms my worries. Chow!

I'm having a Lost marathon since I never watched the show when it originally aired. Then I'll be heading to work. Still not sure if I like the show or if it's an interesting case study. Here are your highlights: If you can't win an election, fix it Ah, the Tea Party aren't they so cute Redskins preseason, position battles Inflation nothing scary ...unemployment on the other hand...our Fed is teh stupid Krugman: Reasonable Republicans?  Chow!

We're heading to San Fran this weekend. I can't wait. If anyone has any suggestions hit me up on Twitter. I'm hoping to hit up the St. George Distillery if I have time. We've made reservations at Incanto , definitely revisiting Comstock Saloon and of course dim sum. I'm sure something historic should be on my list, but every time I go to San Fran it's about the food and drink . For some reason I think that's where the heart of the city is at... Here are your highlights: Mountain lion makes itself at home in Griffith Park Oh he's a "sad Paul Ryan" Romney is too tired to visit Florida, FLORIDA!  Paddy K bait, Zombie Disney A&M gunman Chow!

I've spent the last week up till 2am writing and yesterday I finally got to the final draft stage. It's a relief and a prideful moment. I'm hoping all the hard work pays off. Most importantly, I'm hoping this is just the beginning. This town is funny, but I'm starting to get the hang of it...I need some sleep...won't happen since there's construction outside. Someone needs to invent the silent jackhammer. Here are your highlights: Democrats with spine are fine by me Olympic meme, McKayla Maroney is not impressed First Watch from the above video, Lord Huron Even Romney's farmer friends aren't the average farmer Stimulus works and worked, deal with it Chow!

Visit NBCNews.com for breaking news , world news , and news about the economy I've almost become exhausted with how much stupid comes from the Right these days. I.E. Moe Lane at RedState or the ever reliably crazy Michelle Malkin . They hate brown people, but love Americans! Lone wolves, lone wolves! We made it to Mars! It's Obama's fault! We love government run space programs! We hate all government programs!! Too.Much.Stupid.  Here are your highlights:   Wade Page, the man who killed 6 Americans in their place of worship, white supremacist  Watch how often you drunk dial   How the Government Creates Jobs  We're really getting screwed by rich idiots  The length of Mitt Romney's lies  Chow!

I've been writing and editing every night for the past couple of days...and drinking bourbon. I think I'm onto something. Here are your highlights: I kind of like this Harry Reid Terribly sad for the Eagles coach Andy Reid Sabotaging the Economy Rubio's odd no taxes for Olympics athletes bill Curiosity lands on Mars! Chow!

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Yesterday was a good day, I can't say that enough. For lunch, I met up with a new friend and it was the type of lunch where I left inspired and hopeful for the future. Then I had an audition for a play about...wait for it...a comedian, I performed the sides alright, but then I had to do a part of my stand up and it killed. It felt nice to get the jokes out and have a room full of people laughing like that. Most auditions people say hello and get in and get out. Maybe something will come out of this, who knows, but it sure was fun. The lady and I will be going to the Cubs v. Dodgers game tonight with her fellow employees. Haven't been to a game at Dodgers Stadium ever...I doubt being in the box seats will give me that full experience, shoot can't complain. Go Cubs Go! Here are your highlights: Gabby Douglas, Virginia Beach, VA - women's all-around gold medalist! Anaheim residents ask for more from their police force Libertine Men! Scarlet Women! Romney strug...

Howdy! Last night was the CAPE mixer where I bumped into surprisingly some people I knew. It turns out the community is smaller than I thought and it was interesting just to see how many people showed up to the meet and greet. Lots of Asians...I've got more on my plate today, prepping for an audition and heading to WeHo for the rest of the day. Also too, more Olympics! Here are your highlights: Can Towns Bar Chick-fil-A From Opening New Stores for Its Explicit Anti-Gay Stance? HAPA Nathan Adrian wins gold! The Fed will go down as the do-not-enough institution Romney's Plan to Screw the Middle Class It's kind of imperative to have the USPS . Imagine not receiving your basic mail...or how about paying FedEx or UPS even more...it's a shame the GOP keeps making things worse. Chow!

Well today was great as the Olympics was entertaining and I got a nice surprise...the commercial I did in April debuted on the web yesterday. It's kind of surreal and has me even more motivated. I'm heading to CAPE's Summer Mixer tonight, if any of you are planning on going feel free to hit me up on Twitter. Good times. Here are your highlights: Phelps sets medal record But I thought Republicans don't like taxes!! Why does Fox hate white people? Two words: boner pills Real Jurassic Park, hey why NOT?!! Chow!

I've got nothing. I'm saving my rage for later in the week. Also too, boxing highlights finally! Here are your highlights: Romney has no clue what he says any given day Blackout in India Yup, the GOP is too too too extreme!  Panda Watch Immortality by 2045... Chow!

Welp, the NBC is the Olympics on. It's again pretty crappy coverage. If Bob Costas strokes his own thesaurus one more time I might puke. Jordan Wieber learned the hard truth that the world is unfair. And so far it's not Beijing, but we're looking good. Tell me this, why is it so tough to find footage of boxing? I long for the ABC days... Here are your highlights: I don't even think Mitt Romney knows what he's saying in Israel A look back, Breaking Glass-Steagall Pac-Characters No surprise, Scalia is nuts Koch-Funded study... Global Warming is Real My internet blows today, so that's all I can muster! Chow!

( h/t I Watch Stuff) Last night we had a bit of a gathering. My sis leaves LA today. She'll be joining my cousins in Oak Park and hoping to find better employment opportunities in Chicago. So sis, my pops (who just flew in), Paddy K's brother and his friend; came over and we ate some Chinese, watched a lil tv and caught up. It was a great night and we'll miss Lil Sis Frank. It's always nice to have family over. This weekend I'm working. Talks amongst yourselves! Here are your highlights: How bad is Romney's UK trip? Karl Rove shook his head Aurora victims... healthcare Sane politicians don't do this It's a terrible drought The Summer Olympics begins tonight! USA USA USA!! Chow!

The Daily Show with Jon Stewart Get More: Daily Show Full Episodes , Political Humor & Satire Blog , The Daily Show on Facebook Two things, audition today and my Dad comes into town. Here are your highlights: Don't forget to listen to the latest TATPodcast Welcome to the UK Mitt Romney Ahem Economists agree, the GOP is crazy Frustrations of an Asian American Whedonite I often wondered this aloud to myself. A well written piece and worth your time. Chow!