Obama is too Popular to be Challenged in a Primary
Every media source is talking about how Obama is pissing on the base at every chance he can get. Whether or not that is true is another issue, but the point is what the result is. Bloggers and...
View ArticleCompanies have no Obligation to do Anything
Corporate America is doing very well right now, or at the very least, has recovered very quickly from the financial crisis. They are sitting on huge cash reserves, with rising stock prices. And yet, it...
View ArticleNo, There is No White Flight from the Democrats
Although I respect TomP's analysis of Ron Brownstein's article White Flight, I believe both Brownstein and TomP to be wrong. This election was no harbinger of future coalitions. As Nate Silver said,...
View ArticleKent Conrad Retires
I just want to get this out there. But here is another retirement that Democrats need to take into account. Kent Conrad (D-ND) is retiring.Conrad is the first Democrat to retire. This obviously can...
View ArticleObama is on Your Side; Why Can't You See That?
Many people here think that Obama caves at every moment he can. That the GOP can ask whatever it wants and Obama will give it to them on a silver platter. That's he not liberal in any sense of the...
View ArticleThe Redistricting Amendments in Florida Might Not Make a Difference
As you may or may not know, Florida governor Rick Scott (R-FL) withdrew the request that the U.S. Justice Department approve the Fair Districts Amendments and stalling their implementation. I believe...
View ArticleSherrod Brown (D-OH) Much Safer
I'm not sure whether if it is because of the "Midwestern Revolt" or because of the improving economy, but either way, it's great news for us:http://publicpolicypolling.blogspot.com/...From the great...
View ArticleAnyone who Believes Rick Snyder is a Dictator Needs To Read More About It
I cannot believe the fervor behind Rick Snyder's approval of the "Local Government and School District Fiscal Accountability Act." Based on what I've heard is that he has killed democracy. He has...
View ArticleDoesn't It Bother You That Democratic Votes Are So Easily Suppressed?
As we all know, a lot of voter ID bills are making their way through various state legislatures. Many liberals say it will lower turnout among poor people and minorities who do not have these IDs....
View ArticleAll That Matters is the Economy
Many people are saying that the vote on the Ryan budget will doom Republicans. We always talk about how something "puts a smile" on the face of one party. Certain actions will allow one party to rule...
View ArticleDan Boren (D-OK) Retiring
From Roll Call: Rep. Dan Boren (D-Okla.) will reportedly not seek re-election in 2012, providing House Republicans with a prime pick-up opportunity in the Sooner State. The Oklahoman reported Tuesday...
View ArticleSometimes Being a "Fake Republican" Works
A common sentiment around here is that a Democrat can win anywhere, and I mean ANYWHERE, as long as we articulate what we are for. If we are proud of our liberalism, then we can win any race we try...
View ArticleObama is too Popular to be Challenged in a Primary
Every media source is talking about how Obama is pissing on the base at every chance he can get. Whether or not that is true is another issue, but the point is what the result is. Bloggers and...
View ArticleCompanies have no Obligation to do Anything
Corporate America is doing very well right now, or at the very least, has recovered very quickly from the financial crisis. They are sitting on huge cash reserves, with rising stock prices. And yet, it...
View ArticleNo, There is No White Flight from the Democrats
Although I respect TomP's analysis of Ron Brownstein's article White Flight, I believe both Brownstein and TomP to be wrong. This election was no harbinger of future coalitions. As Nate Silver said,...
View ArticleKent Conrad Retires
I just want to get this out there. But here is another retirement that Democrats need to take into account. Kent Conrad (D-ND) is retiring.Conrad is the first Democrat to retire. This obviously can...
View ArticleObama is on Your Side; Why Can't You See That?
Many people here think that Obama caves at every moment he can. That the GOP can ask whatever it wants and Obama will give it to them on a silver platter. That's he not liberal in any sense of the...
View ArticleThe Redistricting Amendments in Florida Might Not Make a Difference
As you may or may not know, Florida governor Rick Scott (R-FL) withdrew the request that the U.S. Justice Department approve the Fair Districts Amendments and stalling their implementation. I believe...
View ArticleSherrod Brown (D-OH) Much Safer
I'm not sure whether if it is because of the "Midwestern Revolt" or because of the improving economy, but either way, it's great news for us:http://publicpolicypolling.blogspot.com/...From the great...
View ArticleAnyone who Believes Rick Snyder is a Dictator Needs To Read More About It
I cannot believe the fervor behind Rick Snyder's approval of the "Local Government and School District Fiscal Accountability Act." Based on what I've heard is that he has killed democracy. He has...
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