McCain: Hagee Apology Praised, "Reconciliation" Stressed

On the other hand, compare Barack Obama mentor the Rev. Jeremiah Wright's race-baiting, "God Damn America" posture. There's no reconciliation there, just unrepentant anger.

Tax Evader: Rev. Al Sharpton Owes $1.5 Million in Back Taxes

Apparently the Rev. Al Sharpton hasn't yet heard the part that says "..render unto Caesar that which is Caesar's." Earlier, Sharpton, a firm Barack Obama supporter, threatened lawsuits over the Democratic party's handling of Michigan and Florida delegates. The question now is; who'll pay for those court costs?







This isn't the first time Sharpton has been in trouble over his finances. His non-profit, National Action Network, has previously been under federal investigation for handling of funds, including donated monies.

One of Sharpton's staffers complained because federal agents came to her home and knocked on her door, asking to speak to her. In the tax evasion scandal, Sharpton is following his usual line: he's being picked on because he's an activist.

Whale Wars, Race Wars: Japanese Video Accuses Aussies of Racism

Australia and Australians are showing "racist ideology....xenophia, white supremacy" and are "instigating hatred" against Japan by protesting Japan's plans to kill 1,000 whales this year The hard-hitting video assault was released by Japan's Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries of Japan.

Springboarding off the Cronulla race riots and the killing of dingos, the video is shocking in its accusations. Note: we are presenting this as news, and in no way do we condone or support such accusations.

The whaling issue has spawned demonstrations and a great deal of passion in Australia. Here's some necessary background on the issue.