November 23, 2010
As Americans gather around the Thanksgiving table this week and ponder what they are thankful for at a time of economic pain and uncertainty about the future, one thing unlikely to be on anybody’s list is Congress.Please click here to read the full article.
November 12, 2010
There is pretty much something for everyone to dislike in the recommendations by the co-chairmen of the national debt commission on what to do about the national fiscal shambles.Please click here to read the full article.
November 3, 2010
In a state badly hurting from the recession, Republican challenger John Kasich narrowly defeated Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland in one of the most closely watched races in the nation. Kasich’s triumph Tuesday capped a GOP sweep of statewide executive offices, including attorney general, secretary of state, auditor and treasurer.Please click here to read the full article.
November 2, 2010
In Virginia’s 5th Congressional District, incumbent freshman Democrat Tom Perriello, elected in 2008 as part of the Barack Obama wave, was defeated by Virginia state Sen. Robert Hurt whose campaign slogan was “A Proven Conservative with Virginia Values.” This district was one of the most hotly contested and closely watched House races in the nation, featuring a last minute campaign visit by President Obama.Please click here to read the full article.
November 2, 2010
The candidates, the pollsters, the pundits, the media, and the political consultants who make all of those crazy campaign ads have had their say. Now it’s up to the voters. Despite all of the hoopla about what a landslide election this could be for the Republicans, I predict many of the races will be extremely close–within a couple thousand votes. And that means every vote does count.Please click here to read the full article.
November 1, 2010
Much has been written about the anger and disillusionment of voters this year. Pollsters are predicting a “throw the bums out” wave that could sweep hundreds of new candidates into office on Tuesday. The Tea Party has manifested much of this anger on the right but what is particularly striking and has been much less reported is the level of anger this year in the independent/swing voters, who represent a much bigger block of votes.Please click here to read the full article.
