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President Obama's (Not So) Hot Rod

Monte — Sat, 24 Mar 2012 20:23:36 +0000

You remember your first car, right? Ah, my sweet 1991 Sunbird - equipt with that high-tech AM/FM radio. I know what it's like saving up $250 to purchase such a beast and thinking "Man, I wish I were rich like, like The President, then I could roll around in a badass mobile like the Presidential State Car." Come to find out, President Obama wasn't always rolling around in such a suave ride.

President Obama Sings Lady Gaga's 'Born This Way' [VIDEO]

BJ Ragone — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 11:36:15 +0000

I knew that President Obama was a younger guy and not the traditional stuffy old president like we are use to, but who knew he liked to rock out to Lady Gaga? News to me. He does a pretty good job with it too. So when he no doubt leaves the oval office after one term, he might be able to take up a singing career at least.

Vermin Supreme: The Future Of Our Country? [VIDEO]

BJ Ragone — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 11:15:57 +0000

Forget Ron Paul, Mitt Romney and Michelle Bachmann. The next candidate for President of the United States Of America is Vermin Supreme, who promises that if elected we all get free ponies. His policies are a bit crazy, but I might remind you that we will all get free ponies if he is elected. Imagine [...]

What Did President Barack Obama Buy on His Holiday Shopping Trip? [PHOTOS]

Nick Romano — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 18:00:20 +0000

Now here’s some fun holiday news. President Barack Obama shops at Best Buy and PetSmart… just like us! And what, pray tell, was our nation’s leader shopping for? Why, Christmas gifts for the family, of course. Along his route, Obama picked up ‘Just Dance 3′ for Nintendo Wii, a ‘Sims’ game and iTunes gift cards [...]

Hank Williams Jr.'s Monday Night Football Days Are Over – ESPN Pulls Opening After Controversial Comments

BJ Ragone — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 10:08:29 +0000

If you tuned into the Monday Night Football game last night between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Indianapolis Colts you may have noticed that something was missing at the beginning. That would be the signature "Are You Read for Some Football" opening by Hank Williams Jr., which will no longer be part of the programming due to Williams controversial comments about President Obama.

National Geographic Sits Down With Former President George W. Bush To Talk About 9/11

BJ Ragone — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 11:37:03 +0000

George W. Bush's presidency was rocked on the events of September 11, 2001. Not only was he the leader of our country, but he was tossed to the forefront of the battle on terrorism on a world level. For the first time, he sits down with the people at the National Geographic Channel for an intimate interview to talk about the events that changed the world and his legacy.

Trump Backs Down from Presidential Election

amanda.medina — Mon, 16 May 2011 16:58:54 +0000

Donald Trump has decided to back down from the Presidential election. He’s clearly got too much in his life going on in his life right now, and still has a lot going for him. Maybe with time he will change his mind. Honestly, I have high hopes for him. He’s had a roller coaster ride [...]

Newt is Running for President [VIDEO]

WQBK — Thu, 12 May 2011 11:55:03 +0000

Former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich is officially running for President. The Republican figure confirmed his long-awaited announcement on Wednesday in a video posted to YouTube, in which he said, “I believe we can return America to hope and opportunity … There’s a much better American future ahead.”

What Are Trump's Chances?

BJ Ragone — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 10:23:47 +0000

Lets face facts, our country is a bit of a mess and has been for some time. Donald Trump thinks he can clean things up, but does he have a real shot? Politicians across the country better watch out because Donald Trump is coming. Now perhaps he is just making a bit of noise, but [...]

Former UAlbany President Dies

Jennifer Beaudoin — Mon, 25 Apr 2011 04:17:12 +0000

Former SUNY University at Albany president Vincent O'Leary died Friday, April 22, 2011 at the age of 86. He served as the college's president from 1977 to 1990, and in that time he made wonderful things happen for the school and implemented things that are still honored today. As an alumnus for the school, I thought it proper to highlight a man who made UAlbany what is was when I was a student , and what it will be for future students.

President Defends Involvement in Libya

BJ Ragone — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 09:30:15 +0000

If you missed last nights Presidential news conference explaining exactly why we are in Libya here it is in a nut shell. Ten years ago when we headed into Iraq to overthrow tyrannical dictator Saddam Hussein it ended up costing our nation close to a trillion dollars. That is something that President Barack Obama would [...]

A New Outlook for Egypt

amanda.medina — Sat, 12 Feb 2011 01:27:03 +0000

A while back I posted about my concern for Egypt’s well-being. Today, has marked an important day for the citizens of Egypt. Hosni Mubarak has resigned as the President of Egypt. For almost three weeks, Egyptians have been involved a deadly protest. Several civilians have died, including a U.S. embassy worker, Khairy Ramadan Aly. With [...]

My Take On The State Of The Union Address

Nic — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 00:50:17 +0000

First off, remember, this is all my personal opinion and does not reflect the views of the radio station. Yes, I am an Obama lover. I think he speaks my political feelings and I think he genuinely wants everything that he proposes unlike some presidents of the past that just fed us citizens BS, telling [...]

President Obama Visits Schenectady

BJ Ragone — Fri, 21 Jan 2011 18:36:35 +0000

It seemed that as soon as he got here he was already gone. President Barack Obama paid a little visit to the electric city today, making it his second stop in the Capital Region since being elected. Air Force One once again touched down at Albany International Airport today shortly after Noon. President Obama arrived [...]