Archive for April, 2008

Did Hillary Clinton Fail Econ 101? by Gerald Prante

It’s going to be one frustrating (and at the same time humorous) campaign season to hear what’s next from these three candidates. So far, there’s not much to praise.

Today’s Toon


Audacity of a Mexican President!

Mexico’s president confirms he has relatives living in the United States illegally.

Noon Update: “Man Up,” Sen. McCain By Arnold Ahlert

On Wednesday, John McCain demanded that the North Carolina Republican Party remove a TV ad featuring Rev. Jeremiah Wright’s “God damn America” sermon which is being used to portray two Democratic gubernatorial candidates who support Barack Obama as “too extreme.” “There is no place for that kind of campaigning,” said the Republican nominee for president. [...]

Quote of the Day… 4/28/08

“The Constitution is a written instrument. As such it’s meaning does not alter. That which it meant when adopted, it means now.” —United States Supreme Court, South Carolina vs. United States, 1905

Once a Maverick always a Maverick

I have no idea what John McCain finds so unacceptable about this add.

Hillary and Obama – Are They Our Political Opponents or The Enemy?

I am at a total loss when I try to understand how any American can justify that either Obama or Hillary will be healthy for our country.

Will the Democrats Commit Political Suicide? By Gabor Steingart

After Tuesday, the situation for the Democratic Party is no easier. The party seems to be cursed in this primary season, as if Obama’s supporters and Clinton’s fans had sealed a diabolical pact. They refuse him victory but spare her defeat.

Telling the Truth about Obama Means You’re a Racist By Sher Zieve

No, there is nothing racist, ignoble or inappropriate about bringing facts and truth into the public forum.

Popular Vote Gives Clinton an Edge By Michael Barone

One thing many people haven’t noticed about Hillary Clinton’s 55 percent to 45 percent victory over Barack Obama in the Pennsylvania primary is that it put her ahead of Obama in the popular vote.