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.
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The 2010 Election Results Could Come Down to Your Vote
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.
Negative Ads Only Fuel Voter Anger
October 28, 2010
I’ve been traveling around the country for the past few months talking to independent voters and it is striking how angry they are and how disappointed in the entire political system.Please click here to read the full article.
The Senate Filibuster Isn’t Going Anywhere
October 4, 2010
With the Senate limping out of town last week for a six week recess, unable to deal with major pieces of legislation before it adjourned including small business tax relief, the defense authorization bill, and the extension of middle class tax cuts, there has been renewed attention about whether the rules of the Senate should be changed to make it harder for the minority to block consideration of legislation and appointments.Please click here to read the full article.
Soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan Are the Real Heroes
September 17, 2010
In this silly season of political name calling and finger pointing about which party is going to wreck the country faster, I was privileged recently to attend a New Hampshire ceremony that exemplified what real service to this nation involves.Please click here to read the full article.