Talk about your mixed messages being sent. Former Congressman, Speaker of the House and candidate for the Republican presidential nomination, Newt Gingrich won the female vote in South Carolina, according to exit polls and despite reports to the contrary, just the day before, of a significant gender gap that should have helped former Massachusetts Governor, Mitt Romney, if … [Read more...] about About the South Carolina Women’s Vote
Did Joe Paterno Die Of Cancer Or A Broken Heart?
Joe Paterno, the longtime Penn State coach who won more games than anyone in major college football but was fired amid a child sex abuse scandal that upended his reputation for integrity, died this morning. Paterno, 85, built his program on the credo "Success with Honor" en route to winning 409 games. He took Penn State to 37 bowl games and two national championships, … [Read more...] about Did Joe Paterno Die Of Cancer Or A Broken Heart?
Quotes of the Day: The GOP After the South Carolina Republican Presidential Primary
Our political Quote of the Day is actually two Quotes of the Day on the new political landscape of the GOP in wake of the South Carolina Republican Presidential primary which ended in former House Speaker Newt Gingrich decisively defeating the former presumptive front-runner, former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney. First CNN's John Avlon begins his must-read-in-full-post … [Read more...] about Quotes of the Day: The GOP After the South Carolina Republican Presidential Primary
(UPDATE II) Onward From South Carolina As The Republican Party Continues To March Off The Cliff
The people of the great state of South Carolina have spoken: They prefer a serial adulterer and racist who lies shamelessly over a rapacious capitalist and ultimate insider who flip-flops shamelessly. And Barack Obama will be laughing all the way to a second term. Newt Gingrich's "stunning" double-digit win over Mitt Romney on the third stop en route to the Republican … [Read more...] about (UPDATE II) Onward From South Carolina As The Republican Party Continues To March Off The Cliff
Newt Gingrich wins SC: Hold the champagne Democrats.
Northamptonshire, England --- Its 2pm and I am sitting at my desk, shocked. Newt Gingrich has won the South Carolina primary with 40% of the vote. Seriously. As someone who passionately studies American politics and understands Newt’s place in American history, this is shocking. I expected him to win after the debates, but by this margin? Shocked. It is understandable that … [Read more...] about Newt Gingrich wins SC: Hold the champagne Democrats.
India’s Golden Temple: Music For The Soul
Ever heard of a place where you can enjoy live Western classical music round-the-clock? Perhaps there is none. However, if you are interested in attending a non-stop Indian classical music concert round the year, then the place to visit is the Golden Temple (or Harmandir Sahib) at Amritsar in northern India. This place is the rallying point of the followers of Sikh religion … [Read more...] about India’s Golden Temple: Music For The Soul
More Net Legislation From Rep. Smith, HR 1981
Proponents dubbed the bill the "Protecting Children From Internet Pornographers Act of 2011." Critics say that the name is misleading because the bill would create a database of every "every digital act by every American." The Obama Administration Department of Justice has lobbied for these expanded record-gathering and -keeping powers. According to the CRS bill summary … [Read more...] about More Net Legislation From Rep. Smith, HR 1981
Islamists Win 70% Of Seats In Egyptian Parliament
Not exactly the best news coming out of Cairo as they announce election results. The only quasi good news is that the super hard liners won 25% of the vote while the 'moderate' Muslim Brotherhood got 47%. We shall see how 'moderate' they are. … [Read more...] about Islamists Win 70% Of Seats In Egyptian Parliament
Michael Oren Speaks
Israeli Ambassador to the USA Dr. Michael Oren (a native of New Jersey) spoke this evening at Cincinnati's Mayerson JCC. It is still rather icy out and over 700 people came to hear him. These are not his exact words, just my notes on some things he said: Someone asked how we live with uncertainty - we do it every day and have done so since 1948. Keeping in mind … [Read more...] about Michael Oren Speaks
The Me Generation, or Generation Text?
[Adapted from Feb 5, 2008's, "Waiting To Breathe."] A pause before the oncoming secessionist storm. Well, here it is: Super Duper Mega Hyper Tuesday -- that monument to electoral greed pioneered by Southern Democrats in creating the first "Super Tuesday" in 1988. 24 states* now "Me-Too" it today. Which guarantees that campaigns will be mostly about media buys, and … [Read more...] about The Me Generation, or Generation Text?
Newt Win In South Carolina Changes Nothing
As you probably have read or heard the networks have all projected Newt the winner in South Carolina. So this means he's won one, Romney has won one and there was one tie. It also means Romney is the only one who has placed 1st or 2nd in all three and it does nothing to change the fact that Romney will be the nominee but will lose in November to Obama. The party … [Read more...] about Newt Win In South Carolina Changes Nothing
Gingrich Wins Big Double Digit Victory in South Carolina Republican Presidential Primary: 40% Gingrich 28% Mitt Romney
Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich has pulled off a comeback for the political books and has won the South Carolina Republican Presidential primary. And he did it by double digits: at this writing he wins with 40% and former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney comes in second with 28 percent. If Gingrich had won by a little the Romney camp could spin it. But the Gingrich win -- … [Read more...] about Gingrich Wins Big Double Digit Victory in South Carolina Republican Presidential Primary: 40% Gingrich 28% Mitt Romney
Live South Carolina Primary Blogging Tonight on TMV
TMV will be offering live blogging of the South Carolina Republican Presidential primary once polls close. This will include results and a roundup of news and blog reaction and analysis. It will be at the top of the site and updated with a new lede once the votes are all in and the evening is over. CNN is saying they may be able to project a winner as soon as polls … [Read more...] about Live South Carolina Primary Blogging Tonight on TMV
Three Things to Watch In Today’s South Carolina Republican Presidential Primary Results
CNN's John Avlon notes that there are three things to watch for in tonight's South Carolina primary results. Some excerpts: South Carolina has voted for the eventual winner of the Republican nomination since 1980. And for the conservative candidates looking to stop the inevitability narrative that has surrounded Mitt Romney's candidacy, South Carolina is a must-win state. … [Read more...] about Three Things to Watch In Today’s South Carolina Republican Presidential Primary Results
Quote of the Day: James Carville’s Message to the Republican Establishment
Longtime legendary (in)famous Democratic strategist James Carville has a must-read-in-full post on CNN which is in the form of a letter to the Republican establishment. The letter, headlined "Carville to GOP: You have a disaster on your hands" must be read in full. Here is the final part of it which makes up our political Quote of the Day: At any rate, let's talk a minute … [Read more...] about Quote of the Day: James Carville’s Message to the Republican Establishment
Newt Looks Foward
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Cornered in South Carolina
Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy WASHINGTON - Why Mitt Romney and his team still don't have a prepared answer for the tax return question now borders on political malpractice. He's been programmed within an inch of his life since the start, but on this subject he's floundered into real trouble. However, from Forbes to Christian … [Read more...] about Cornered in South Carolina
Odd ABC News Oversight ?
ABC did a little article on politicians who have led double lives. It seems they forgot one... or at least there seems to be one politician who has affairs that is missing... Not that huge of a deal but it is kind of odd to me. … [Read more...] about Odd ABC News Oversight ?
Courage of Conviction: President Obama’s Exemplary Military Leadership
Guest post by Rob Miller Rob Miller is a US Marine Corps combat veteran who served in Iraq in 2003 and 2004. A Charleston native and a graduate of the University of South Carolina, Rob and his family currently reside in Beaufort, South Carolina. Having served over thirteen years in the United States Marine Corps, from enlisted infantry Marine to Company Commander, serving … [Read more...] about Courage of Conviction: President Obama’s Exemplary Military Leadership
How Live Audiences Kill Debates
The tone of Thursday night’s GOP séance was set in the first minute, not by the candidates or moderator, but whooping and applause of hand-picked partisans in the hall when Newt Gingrich attacked CNN’s John King and all the media as “despicable” for asking about his second wife’s character charges against him that had dominated the news cycle all day. In contrast, for 1960’s … [Read more...] about How Live Audiences Kill Debates