Via AP: "No," he replied. [Louisiana Gov. Bobby] Jindal's trip to Iowa last month fueled speculation that he was laying the groundwork for a presidential campaign, and he did not rule out changing his mind over the next few years. I guess "No" really means "maybe." And he's not alone: Republican Mitt Romney is laying … Continue reading Where have we heard this before?
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The original October surprise
I completely missed the story last week about the release of LBJ tapes regarding Nixon. But Robert Parry didn't. In effect, the 1968 case in which Nixon’s operatives undermined President Johnson’s desperate bid to end the Vietnam War – and thus helped ensure Nixon’s electoral victory over Vice President Hubert Humphrey – may have been … Continue reading The original October surprise
“The People’s Inauguration”
A Fairfax County businessman, Earl W. Stafford, is planning a 3-day inauguration event for those who would otherwise not be able to attend. "Our objective is to bring in a cross-section of society -- those who are distressed, those who are terminally ill, those who are socially and economically disadvantaged, those veterans who are wounded … Continue reading “The People’s Inauguration”
Hillary Clinton for Secretary of State
Unless you've been under a rock, you know that President-elect Barack Obama has designated former rival Hillary Clinton to be Secretary of State. I have mixed feelings about this. On the one hand, I think she will make a great S of S. On the other hand, I think this marks the pinnacle of her … Continue reading Hillary Clinton for Secretary of State
Test your civic knowledge
The comment by LittleDavid reminded me about the civic quiz that has been making the rounds. The quiz is here. The average score for all 2,508 Americans taking the following test was 49%; college educators scored 55%. Interestingly enough, the American public scores better on this quiz than do elected officials (which probably explains some … Continue reading Test your civic knowledge
Opinion, please: wearing of campaign apparel
This last election saw a clarification of the 40-foot rule prohibiting campaign activities. Now we have a bill pre-filed by Del. Jim Shuler (D-12th) which will specifically allow voters to wear campaign apparel. The bill adds section K to §24.2-604: K. The provisions of subsections A and D shall not be construed to prohibit a … Continue reading Opinion, please: wearing of campaign apparel
Stevens loses re-election bid
And he's not going to ask for a pardon, either. Alaska Sen. Ted Stevens has lost his bid for a seventh term. The longest-serving Republican in the history of the Senate trailed Anchorage Mayor Mark Begich by 3,724 votes after Tuesday's count. That's an insurmountable lead with only about 2,500 overseas ballots left to be … Continue reading Stevens loses re-election bid
Lieberman keeps chairmanship
So says the AP: Sen. Joe Lieberman will keep his chairmanship of the Senate Homeland Security Committee despite hard feelings over his support for GOP nominee John McCain during the presidential campaign. The Connecticut independent will lose a minor panel post as punishment for criticizing Obama this fall. Politics as usual. UPDATE: From the mouths … Continue reading Lieberman keeps chairmanship
Carrier to Mayport?
It seems so. The Navy announced Monday it wants to base a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier at Mayport Naval Station, an effort that would cost $426 million and could divert 3,200 sailors and civilian personnel from Virginia to Florida. The Virginia delegation, obviously, does not want to see this happen. Senators John Warner and Jim Webb, … Continue reading Carrier to Mayport?
I visited the Nimmo Republican Women’s Club…
... and lived to tell about it 🙂 Jim Hoeft, Brian Kirwin and I were invited to the Nimmo Republican Women's Club to discuss the 2008 Elections. Fortunately, I wasn't the only Democrat in the room. Jim recorded the entire thing and has it here. If you haven't heard enough election analysis, check it out … Continue reading I visited the Nimmo Republican Women’s Club…
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