Politics
The Bogus Attack on Paul Ryan's Medicare Plan
It's time to retire the lame cliché about "ending Medicare as we know it."
Romney Says His Tax Rate Was Never Less Than 13 Percent
Counter to claims he paid none for ten years.
Obamas' First Kiss Apparently Worthy of a Plaque
"On our first date, I treated her to the finest ice cream Baskin-Robbins had to offer, our dinner table doubling as the curb. I kissed her, and it tasted like chocolate."
In Senate Race, Tester Runs Against Patriot Act
The Montana incumbent has been only a lukewarm opponent of the intrusive law, but his opponent supports it
Biden's "Chains" Comment Still Drawing Excuses
David Axelrod took his turn to throw himself on a sword for the vice president
FRC Shooter Charged
They hit him with federal firearms charges and tacked on assault with intent to kill
Gay Super PAC Tests GOP Waters
American Unity PAC was created to nudge the GOP toward some degree of tolerance
What Democrats Mean When They Say 'Radical'
With words like "radical" and "extreme" being liberally flung around, it's probably time to define our terms.
Paul Ryan and the Real Enemy of Medicare
It's easy to improve health care if cost is no object. It's easy to reduce costs if you can tolerate worse health outcomes.
Former Dem Congressman: I Know What Joe Biden Was Doing
Artur Davis made one of the nominating speeches for Barack Obama in 2008 but switched to the Republican party earlier this year after expressing disillusionment with Democrats and especially their race baiting
Connie Mack Gets RNC Convention Slot
The Florida congressman is a real tea party favorite, and one of at least five Floridians to speak at the convention in Tampa
PA State Rep Facing Assault, DUI Charges
The Democrat is alleged to have beat his wife and then drove away drunk
Catholic Church's "Prayer for France" Angers French Gay Rights Activists
The Church restored a centuries-old tradition and articulated its opposition to France's proposed legalization of same-sex marriage
Romney and Ryan Would Return Us to the Bush Years
The Bush years were bad for freedom; without them, we would not have had an Obama administration.
Poll: New Yorkers Divided on Stop and Frisk Along Racial Lines
Wow, you mean people whose race isn't targeted by police don't have a problem with the civil rights of others being violated? For safety!
Jan Brewer Blocking Benefits From Young Illegal Immigrants Receiving Waivers
The Arizona governor says no taxpayer-paid benefits or state IDs for immigrants that receive temporary work authorization through the Obama executive order
Florida Senate Race Critical to Determining Party Control
Nelson, Mack will be battling as GOP tries to take control of Senate.
Ryan to Obama on Medicare: "We Will Win this Debate"
They'll at least keep fact-checking orgs occupied.
Progressives Shift Money to Union-Owned Bank
Amalgamated Bank is controlled by the well-connected SEIU
David Brock To "Monitor" Conservative Groups
Yes, of course Reason is thrown in the mix as a right-wing outfit
Legislator-Lawyers Make a Mint from the State
South Carolina lawmakers rake in millions in legal fees
Congressman Requests "Donation" for Securing Fireworks Permits
Requested $10,000 in advance of intervening on constituent's behalf
Ryan VP Pick Makes Little Dent in Polls
Increase in support for Romney since VP pick has been negligible.
Romney Avoids Ryan's Medicare Proposals
The presumptive GOP nominee has distanced himself from cuts proposed by Paul Ryan.
Florida Has its First Openly Gay Legislator
David Richardson has been elected to the Florida House.
Mursi Calls For Regime Change in Syria
The Egyptian President made the comments at the Islamic Solidarity Conference in Mecca.
Misreading the Tea Party
A new book misunderstands the libertarian-leaning portion of the Tea Party movement and exaggerates the importance of the movement's social conservatives.
Special Ops to Launch Campaign Against Obama
Blame the President for high level leaks and for taking credit for Bin Laden killing.
New Yorkers Want Politicians Out of The Chik-Fil-A Scandal
Eighty three percent of New Yorkers do not want politicians telling the public how to shop for fast food.
Ryan Position on Stimulus Muddled
Claimed to be against TARP, then sought out funds for companies back in Wisconsin.
Most Are Not Happy With Where We're Going
Seventy five percent of Americans are unhappy with the direction of the country.
