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Antoinette Tuff is a Hero… and an Exception

If you haven’t already heard the story of Antoinette Tuff talking an armed, mentally ill man at her school into surrendering, it’s pretty amazing.  Last week Michael Hill walked into a private school of just under 900 children in Decatur, GA

Robert Davi in The Expendables 3!

Robert Davi in The Expendables 3!

I was so excited when actor and singer Robert Davi posted this promo (via Sylvester Stallone) from The Expendables 3 today because he’ll be in it!  As Breitbart readers know, he’s a big supporter of the site and was a friend of Andrew.  The

Striking the Right Balance with the Media

In response to This Is How The Left Wins: Wendy Davis in Vogue’s Fall Fashion Blockbuster : After spending some time at the beach, I’m binge-reading The Conversation today.  I noticed Jon Kahn and John Sexton’s posts have some similarities

16 year-old Co-Star More Mature Than Jim Carrey

From Huffington Post: Jim Carrey made a stunning declaration about his upcoming film “Kick-Ass 2” in June, saying that he couldn’t “support” the movie due its violent content. Since then, the comedian has actively avoided doing any promotional work for

Wisdom from a Real Housewife

In response to Assimilation requires communication: One of my favorite moments from last season’s The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills was when Yolanda Foster, a former model and wife to songwriter and composer David Foster, encouraged a worker in her

Go See 'The Way Way Back'

I’m not easily impressed when it comes to movies.  For example, I thought “Silver Linings Playbook” was just ok.  (I hated the ending.)  However, “The Way Way Back” was a nice surprise.  With a star-filled cast, it can be hit or

Waterboarding as Foreplay?

In response to Congressman: Fifty Shades of Grey More Requested than Koran at Gitmo: There are million jokes running through my head about 50 Shades and torture at Gitmo.  However, I think the popularity of the series is due to

Did someone say Bruce Campbell?

  In response to Movie review: the ‘Evil Dead’ remake: I am a huge fan of Bruce Campbell.  Burn Notice. The Adventures of Brisco County, Jr.  Cameos in Sam Raimi movies.  (By the way, “Pete” from Brisco County was in

A Conservative Legacy for 'Sex and the City'?

A Conservative Legacy for 'Sex and the City'?

As this year marks the 15 year anniversary of “Sex and the City“, the New Yorker’s Emily Nussbaum writes about its legacy. Even as “The Sopranos” has ascended to TV’s Mt. Olympus, the reputation of “Sex and the City” has

ACLU to Holder: Zimmerman case is over

In a letter from the ACLU to Attorney General Eric Holder: We are writing to clearly state the ACLU’s position on whether or not the Department of Justice (DOJ) should consider bringing federal civil rights or hate crimes charges as

The BuzzFeed-ification of Science Reporting

For years I’ve been writing about how science reporting has devolved into hysteria and misinformation disguised as public service.  TV reports lead with scare tactics like “Stay tuned for the killer in your kitchen cabinet!” with little regard to actual scientific evidence.  It’s

On SNAP: Don’t hate the player, hate the game

In response to Just Look At The Person Ahead Of You In The Checkout Line: While I agree with the sentiment, I think conservatives should focus on criticizing the programs and lack of accountability rather than on the people who use them. 

John Nolte's Must-See Movies You Haven't Seen

In today’s De Pasquale’s Dozen column I do over at Townhall I interviewed Breitbart Editor John Nolte.  Each week I ask free-market politicians, writers and entertainers to take a break from politics and talk about their pop cultures obessessions and interests. 

Groupon lifts ban on gun-related deals in some cities

From Red Alert: “We have decided to reopen certain firearm-related deals in specific markets where they’ve been frequently requested by both merchants and customers,” Nicholas Halliwell, a public relations officer for Groupon wrote in an email to Red Alert. The

'White House Down' Is Not Subtle

'White House Down' Is Not Subtle

Last night I had the opportunity to attend the D.C. premiere of “White House Down” organized by Mamarazzi.  It opens nationwide next Friday.  Jamie Foxx, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Channing Tatum and other stars walked the red carpet outside the Georgetown theater while

We All Scream for Ice Cream: My Top Five Flavors

The Huffington Post has their top picks for the best ice cream.  For five minutes I tried to click through their annoying slideshow, but it wouldn’t work.  So, I decided to do my own list.  1. Talenti Sea Salt Caramel Gelato —