Early election polling data indicates God will lose in every single gubernatorial and congressional race. God is also trailing in all initiatives. Political analyst Arma Geddon said if trends hold steady, God will be unable to take control of the House or the Senate. Geddon points out that this is really a perfect storm for God. “Frankly, if these numbers are accurate, … [Read more...] about God Losing in Early Polling Results
November 2, 2010: Real Americans, You Did It!
Wow! We really told them phony-baloney Democrats this past Tuesday. What a great day for patriots, for Real America, for Real Americans. We voted for real change, not for that phony hopey-changey. We finally took our country back. We really cleaned their clocks. We threw the bums out. Bums who had the chance to build upon our accomplishments, but who, instead, … [Read more...] about November 2, 2010: Real Americans, You Did It!
JFK’s Alter Ego
Half a century after an election that put him into the White House with John F. Kennedy for a memorable thousand days, Ted Sorensen has died, the last living link to a time that, in today's political world, seems a distant dream. They would say in those days, "When Jack is hurt, Ted bleeds," and loyalty was certainly a Sorensen trait, but there was so much more. He … [Read more...] about JFK’s Alter Ego
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Political Campaign Commercials As Art
I started writing TV commercial reviews decades ago. I didn't do it because I found these commercials so entertaining — though in truth they are often far more entertaining than the programs they interrupted. I did these reviews because I thought the commercials themselves represented a genuinely indigenous American art form, perhaps this country's only truly indigenous art … [Read more...] about Political Campaign Commercials As Art
Five Reasons Republicans Could Do Better Than Expected
There are many analysts who are essentially partisan pundits pitching their party and sound like talk show hosts (some nearly are) on the radio or cable shows. And then there are the serious analysts to seriously follow such as Larry Sabato -- and Nate Silver who offers five reasons why Republicans could do better than expected (even with most analysts expecting huge Republican … [Read more...] about Five Reasons Republicans Could Do Better Than Expected
Miller Now Leads in Alaska Poll: Palin Power?
A new poll shows Joe Miller, the Tea Party favorite who has the GOP nomination whose poll numbers went south after several highly publicized negative incidents, now back on top. And he's back on top after former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin rallied to his defense. If Miller wins it'll be yet another sign of what is emerging as Palin power: when candidates are said to be … [Read more...] about Miller Now Leads in Alaska Poll: Palin Power?
Reversing History (Guest Voice)
Reversing History by Craig Barnes As the flood of money flows into our political campaigns for governor, much of it from out of state, New Mexicans are caught up not just in a contest for the soul of the state but in a contest for the soul of the country. Many of those who are sending money and playing here are not primarily interested in New Mexico. They are interested in … [Read more...] about Reversing History (Guest Voice)
The First Jewish President (Guest Voice)
The First Jewish President by Tom Watson In the same way that Bill Clinton was the first black President even though he isn't black, Jon Stewart is our first Jewish President - even though .. you know ... he isn't President. Strafing the yapping cable media like a Dockers-clad Snoopy on his dog house was good fun (he does this nightly, folks). Staking out new ground for … [Read more...] about The First Jewish President (Guest Voice)
Political Correctness and the TV Anchors
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How Did We Get To Where We Are Today Politically?
How did we get to where we are politically? Marc Ambinder has this MUST READ chronology. … [Read more...] about How Did We Get To Where We Are Today Politically?
Myth of the Independent Voter
The phrase conjures a clear-eyed figure standing tall above the partisan fray to assess merits of candidates and their stands on issues, and there may be such paragons, but for the most part the so-called Independent Voter appears to be a ragtag collection of the too lazy, dim, immature, self-involved or all of the above to take the political process seriously and think for … [Read more...] about Myth of the Independent Voter
Excellent Election Night Guide
I had been working on a post to offer our readers some House districts to keep an eye on to gauge how the night was going, what seats would offer a hint that the night was bigger or smaller than expected. But Nate Silver of 538.com has beaten me to the punch. His election guide post is amazingly detailed and well worth your attention Election Night Guide … [Read more...] about Excellent Election Night Guide
No Final Victories
. BRISTOL, Pa. -- It was just four years ago that the Democratic Party began its comeback in what now seems like another country. The economic collapse was not in anyone's imagination, but the nation's political mood was sour. A substantial majority was fed up with George W. Bush, weary of the Iraq War and ready to vote for Democratic congressional candidates who … [Read more...] about No Final Victories
Democracy’s Death Spiral – Enjoy The Circus
So please enjoy the bread and circuses of the election which the Central State is holding for your entertainment in the Coliseum. No expense has been spared. The quote above is the last paragraph in Charles Hugh Smith's post at Zero Hedge, Concentrated Wealth and the Purchase of Political Power: Democracy's Death Spiral. In the U.S., the ever-greater concentrations of … [Read more...] about Democracy’s Death Spiral – Enjoy The Circus
British Seem OK With Gay Service Members
Doesn't seem to be causing issues in their military. … [Read more...] about British Seem OK With Gay Service Members
Which Special Interest Is Spending The Most ?
The answer might surprise you. … [Read more...] about Which Special Interest Is Spending The Most ?
Native American Vote May Be Pivital in Alaska: Indian Country Today, Native America
Here's a story that if true, remains on no pundit's radar screen: Might Native American vote be the decider in the race for Alaska senator? Author Mark Trahant, a member of the Shoshone and Bannock Tribes, writes that 'the only way Lisa Murkowski returns to that office is if Alaska Native voters turn out in large numbers and write her name on the ballot.' For Native American … [Read more...] about Native American Vote May Be Pivital in Alaska: Indian Country Today, Native America
Charlie Sheen “Death Watch?”
With reports like these, some news outlets may start preparing the "evergreen" obit..just in case.. … [Read more...] about Charlie Sheen “Death Watch?”
Saudi Arabia Again Proves Mettle Battling Terrorism: Al Seyassah, Kuwait
Who deserves the credit for uncovering the Halloween parcel bomb plot? According to the editor-in-chief of Kuwait's Al Seyassah, Ahmad Abdal Aziz Al Jarallah, that glory should go to the Saudi security services and their leader, King Abdullah Bin Abd Al Aziz. Jarallah credits the Saudi king with pursuing the most effective ways of battling the global 'disease' of terrorism, and … [Read more...] about Saudi Arabia Again Proves Mettle Battling Terrorism: Al Seyassah, Kuwait