$100 Million Payoff to Buy Sen. Landrieu's Vote... Nov 20, 2009
The United States has had it's share of traitors to the nation and the citizens within in it's history, Benedict Arnold, Ethel and Julius Rosenberg, Aaron Burr, Alger Hiss, Aldrich Ames, nearly all sold out their country for either money, power, revenge, or all of those reasons combined, and not for some wayward ideology, now I believe we can add the name of Democrat Mary Landrieu to this infamous list. What a despicable piece of trash. (The Drudge Report)
Topol out, Fierstein in for 'Fiddler on Roof' Nov 14, 2009
All other individuals - from Aaron Burr and Andrew Jackson to Ronald Reagan - made just one. The readings are free and open to the public; information at. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Signs say nation at risk Nov 14, 2009
He was also shot and killed by Aaron burr in a duel. I knew what I was thinking but typed it wrong. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Founding Traitor Nov 12, 2009
It was during this period that Wilkinson began conniving with Aaron Burr, with whom not surprisingly he discovered he had a good deal in common ... This heavily researched and otherwise admirable book is not without its flaws: Aaron Burr was never the Federalist candidate for President, nor was Virginia his home state. (The American Conservative)
Great (Overlooked) Books -- A Symposium Nov 5, 2009
Eric the Red, Ponce de Leon, the French missionary Sebastian Rasles, the Indian princess Jacataqua they are real Americans by Williams s count, as are Poe, Lincoln, and Aaron Burr, whose antinomianism infuses our historical experiment with its greatness, peril, and often self-defeating arrogance ... He was one of the prosecutors in the 1807 treason trial against Vice President Aaron Burr, was widely known for his literary prowess, and turned down Thomas Jefferson s offer to be the first... (The American Conservative)
On whether all Republicans should look like Georgia Republicans Oct 28, 2009
4:05 pm October 27, 2009, by Jim Galloway. If you ve been paying attention, you know that that special election to fill an upstate New York congressional seat has prompted a full-scale schism between the GOP base and big-tent Republicans. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Scare tactics Oct 24, 2009
Jumel, whose second husband was Vice President Aaron Burr, is said to be among the spirits still residing in the palatial manor, which was once George Washington s New York headquarters ... Jumel, whose second husband was Vice President Aaron Burr, is said to be among the spirits still residing in the palatial manor, which was once George Washington s New York headquarters. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
this feature for the Huffington Post. Oct 23, 2009
"You mean, as when Thomas Jefferson instructed his attorney general to open a prosecution of Aaron Burr?" he asked, pointing to a prominent example of politically directed prosecution from the early days of the Republic. Still, the judge made clear in a series of questions put to the lawyers that his major concern was whether Walker had offered evidence that directly showed this his case had been politically directed. (Harper's Magazine)
Nathan Deal now says ghetto grandmothers video was out-of-context Oct 9, 2009
Aaron Burr V. Mexico (the original). October 8th, 20097:43 pm. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Long time coming Oct 4, 2009
Some speculate the explorer was assassinated for his role in exposing a conspiracy led by former vice president Aaron Burr to create a new nation out of the United States western territories. Not to mention, the explorer was in an isolated neck of woods that was plagued by bandits. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Dan Quayle: Evidence of a Double Standard Sep 25, 2009
The flaw in this system became evident in 1800 when Thomas Jefferson and Aaron Burr each received 73 electoral votes. Congress adopted the 12th Amendment to the Constitution in 1804 which provided for separate ballots for the two offices and defined under what circumstances the vice president would become president. (Townhall.com)
Tradition of Incivility Sep 16, 2009
Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr resolved their personal and political differences with pistols. Dueling was just one way our forefathers worked out their political differences. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
The Top Political Dynasties Sep 15, 2009
As a dedicated Federalist, he was expected to support Aaron Burr. But on the 36th vote, he broke with his party and cast the blank ballot that made Thomas Jefferson president. (Juneau Empire)
This day in history Sep 14, 2009
In 1836, former Vice President Aaron Burr died in Staten Island, N.Y., at 80. In 1847, during the Mexican-American War, US forces took control of Mexico City. (Boston Globe)
NO LIE! SC's Wilson Rakes In $750,000 in Less Than 48 Hours... Sep 12, 2009
Capitol Briefing - S.C.'s Wilson Rakes In $750,000 in Less Than 48 Hours; Opponent Tops $1 Million. Get the latest on House and Senate votes. (The Drudge Report)
Before Joe Wilson, there was Preston Brooks Sep 11, 2009
There was also the occasion, on July 11, 1804, when Vice President Aaron Burr shot and killed Alexander Hamilton in a duel. I think that s also murder. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Today in History - Sept. 15 Sep 8, 2009
In 1807, former Vice President Aaron Burr was acquitted of a misdemeanor charge two weeks after he was found not guilty of treason. In 1821, the Kingdom of Guatemala proclaimed its independence from Spain. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Bethlehem's Past Is Celebrated in a New Photo Book Sep 4, 2009
Among those who attended the school were eventual vice president Aaron Burr, Jonathan Edwards II, and James Morris, who went on to found the Morris Academy. Bethlem was incorporated as a separate town in 1787. (Litchfield County Times, CT)
The trial balloons begin: Romney to replace Kennedy? Aug 27, 2009
Aaron Burr V. Mexico. August 26th, 200911:09 pm. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
The Wilsonian Delusion Aug 21, 2009
Fleming is labeled a contrarian, thanks to his last two nonfiction books: Duel, defending Aaron Burr against Alexander Hamilton, and The New Dealers War, deconstructing Franklin D. Roosevelt s leadership in World War II. In fact, Woodrow Wilson has become such a sitting target for willing historians that an assault on him can hardly be called revisionist. But The Illusion of Victory is much more than an anti-Wilson screed. (The American Conservative)
Sonny Perdue goes to bat for health care protesters Aug 11, 2009
Aaron Burr V. Mexico. August 11th, 200912:49 am. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
No health care vote before August recess? Jul 29, 2009
Memo: No health vote before recess UPDATE - Glenn Thrush - POLITICO.com. when's the next election. (The Drudge Report)
McCarthyism belongs in past Jul 26, 2009
Was it the time of the Founding Fathers when Aaron Burr (Vice-President) and Alexander Hamilton (Secretary of the Treasury) dueled and Hamilton was mortally wounded. Or maybe it was when Abraham Lincoln was president and an estimated 500,000 Americans died, killing each other. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Comedy Director Steve Carr Joins The Institute for the Development of Enhanced Perceptual Awareness Jul 21, 2009
In 1994 they received two Gold Lion Awards for Miller Lite's "Big Lawyer Round-Up" & "Full Contact Golf," and the Gold Clio for Best of Show for the original 'Got Milk' Campaign, "Aaron Burr" & "Baby Cat.". The Institute has also created effective marketing & multi-media productions for Audi, Nike, Hallmark, Burger King, Wal-Mart, Toshiba, Chase Bank, LG, AT&T and many other brand leaders. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Today in History Jul 11, 2009
In 1804, Vice President Aaron Burr mortally wounded former Treasury Secretary Alexander Hamilton during a pistol duel in Weehawken, N.J.. In 1864, Confederate forces led by Gen. Jubal Early began an abortive invasion of Washington, turning back the next day. (Yahoo News)
Revolutionary Characters Jul 4, 2009
Cultivating this kind of character was of overriding importance to the men Wood profiles (except, notably, Aaron Burr), so much so that even personal shame was preferable to a tarnished political reputation ... And he took the gentleman s code of honor seriously enough that it finally got him killed after he accepted Aaron Burr s challenge to a duel. (The American Conservative)
'Transformers' director Michael Bay as audience darling Jul 1, 2009
Ian Bryce, who has produced three Bay movies (including both "Transformers" films) and also worked with Spielberg and "Spider-Man's" Sam Raimi, said that Bay's background in advertising -- he directed the award-winning "Got Milk?" spot about Aaron Burr -- gives him the ability to sell his characters to audiences. "Mike's got a unique talent in being able to capture extremely commercial imagery," Bryce said. (FOX59, IN)
Book Review: Alexander Cartwright Jun 26, 2009
For example, it is a fact that Aaron Burr shot and killed Alexander Hamilton in a duel in 1804, not far from what would later be called the Elysian Fields. However, it is supposition as to exactly what happened that day. (Philadelphia, TheInsiders.com)
The Starting Point: Book battles, bunnies and aliens - Oh my! Jun 25, 2009
Today in history: In 1807, a grand jury former Vice President Aaron Burr on charges of treason and high misdemeanor. He was later acquitted. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
IN MY LIBRARY: LYNDA CARTER Jun 22, 2009
Ellis takes six pivotal events -- like the duel between Aaron Burr and Alexander Hamilton -- and tells both points of view. It reads like newspapers today, but with a much clearer lens. (New York Post -- Opinions)
Library Clash Could Put Bush Under Oath Jun 5, 2009
President Thomas Jefferson gave a deposition in the treason trial of Aaron Burr, and Bill Clinton did the same in the criminal case against Whitewater defendant Jim McDougal. But Bush's attorney said all of those cases were in federal court. (Click2Houston, TX)
This "American Freedom Thing" Makes People Uncomfortable Jun 2, 2009
For example, most Americans would be shocked to learn that a former U.S. Vice President (Aaron Burr) once got in such a heated argument with the former U.S. Treasury Secretary (Alexander Hamilton), that the V.P. ended up shooting and murdering the Treasury Secretary. And it may be news to some that while campaigning for re-election in 1828, President John Quincy Adams was so ugly in his attacks on his opponents wife, Rachel Jackson became emotionally debilitated during the campaign, and... (Townhall.com)
50th Anniversary CLIO Awards Announces 2009 Moving Image Awards & Design Awards Winners May 16, 2009
Goodby, Silverstein and Partners, San Francisco, "Aaron Burr" for California Milk Processors Board. To see a complete list of all Grand, Gold, Silver and Bronze CLIO Award winners in all categories, please visit. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Village Idiot: Invest in gold: little, yellow, different Mar 27, 2009
CNN (Colonial News Network) June 1804: "Nothing has been heard from Lewis and Clark since they left St. Louis in mid-May. They are presumed dead, and the 2,500 Congress gave them to explore the Louisiana Purchase is down the outhouse.Should President Jefferson be impeached? Tonight at 8 p.m., King Larry wonders what kind of president would send these men to their untimely demise merely to explore something most experts say was a useless waste of money. Be sure to watch 'Is the Jefferson... (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Barack Obama: Capitalism’s BFF Mar 24, 2009
Aaron Burr V. Mexico. March 23rd, 20095:35 pm. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
On to Z! Quirky regional dictionary nears finish Mar 23, 2009
Further digging revealed that Nobel Prize-winning author William Faulkner had once used it in a novel, and it was used in the early 19th century by a colleague of former vice president and duelist Aaron Burr. The dictionary has occasionally been put to serious use. (AZCentral -- News)
A president remembered in Princeton Mar 21, 2009
Established in 1757, the cemetery is called by some the "Westminster Abbey of the United States" because so many prominent citizens are buried here, including Revolutionary War Colonel Aaron Burr, Jr., pollster George Gallup and Tulane University benefactor Paul Tulane. The oldest part of the cemetery, formerly known as the Old Graveyard, lies at the intersection of Wiggins and Witherspoon streets and includes the presidents' plot of Princeton University, where the graves of all but four... (NJ.com -- Times)
We Shall OvercomeBut When? Mar 18, 2009
The Federalist presented John Adams and Charles Pinckney against Thomas Jefferson and Aaron Burr on the ticket of the Democratic-Republicans. The Federalists had 65 votes against 73 by the duo of Jefferson and Burr. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
HOT MIC: VP Biden: 'Gimme a f*&$#ing break'... Mar 14, 2009
How much money could have been saved if Aaron Burr Biden had just stayed home and knitted for the day at his free government home. It costs a fortune for these guys to travel around. (The Drudge Report)
Write your own Perdue caption Feb 24, 2009
By Aaron Burr V. Mexico ... By Aaron Burr V. Mexico ... Aaron Burr V. Mexico. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Velma Spicher 1912 - 2009 Feb 10, 2009
Velma Spicher was born October 4, 1912 in rural Johnson County, the daughter of Aaron Burr and Susie (Brenneman) Gingerich. She owned and operated Kalona Coffee Shop from 1949-1952. (Kalona News, IA)
