Author Archives: Dr. Conspiracy

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I'm not a real doctor, but I have a master's degree.

The next president …

I was listening to “All Things Considered” (27 May 2015) on public radio this afternoon and they had a feature on the problem of terrorism, and specifically ISIS. Apart from the usual intelligent conversation, I noticed the reporter’s frequent use … Continue reading

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Arpaio’s legal blunder

As you have read in these pages, Joe Arpaio through his attorney, has filed a motion to disqualify federal district judge G. Murray Snow, in the racial profiling case of Melendres v. Arpaio. The motion, “Motion for Recusal or Disqualification … Continue reading

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Joe Arpaio: There are no limits on how much money you can give me

Arpaio is correct in an email solicitation as he writes: Unlike a political campaign, THERE ARE NO LIMITS to how much you can give. Further, the contribution can come from any entity: business, trust, corporation, etc. The solicitation was spammed1 … Continue reading

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Are birthers right wing authoritarians?

I’m reading this neat book called “The Authoritarians” by Prof. Bob Altemeyer. Thanks to bgansel9 for suggesting the book. Altemeyer has developed a test for authoritarians, and he found that most of them are right-wing politically. In the book, we … Continue reading

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Stay in Melendres

Here’s the telegraphic version of today’s status conference in Melendres v. Arpaio: Motion to disqualify judge Snow by criminal attorney for Arpaio. Judge issues stay of proceedings until motion has been reviewed by parties and judge.  Snow reserves right for … Continue reading

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Arpaio cries “uncle”!

Defendants Joe Arpaio and Jerry Sheridan (not pictured right) have taken the extreme step of filing a “Motion for Recusal or Disqualification of District Court Judge G. Murray Snow.” Under statute, case law, and judicial canons, the perception of judicial … Continue reading

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