Archive for August 17th, 2008

Quote of the Day… 8/17/08

Alaska’s Sen. Ted Stevens, the father of the infamous “Bridge to Nowhere,” encountered Oklahoma Sen. Tom Coburn, the antipork crusader who had held up many of the projects so many members believe are the key to their re-election. Mr. Stevens said, “Well, Tom, I hope you’re satisfied for helping us lose the election.” Mr. Coburn [...]

“Murphy’s Law” By Jim Murphy

Hello, once again, from the West Texas Regional Headquarters for the Global Vast Right Wing Conspiratorial Attack Machine. The only problem I have with this organization is that it is not nearly conspiratorial or vast enough to suit me.
Lots of things happening this week which I thought worthy of mention.
Let me begin with the [...]

No Will To Drill: The Democrats Resist Logic — and Politics By Charles Krauthammer

The problem for the Democrats is that the argument for “do everything” is not rocket science. It is common sense.

How Extremes Disenfranchise The Center By ROBERT SAMUELSON

It’s not that everyone agrees on everything (divisions remain strong on the Iraq War, abortion, gay marriage). But growing polarization predominates among political elites of both left and right.

Obama’s Ten Commandments By Victor Davis Hanson

I think it is going to be difficult at anytime to elect a Northern hardcore liberal (not since JFK in 1960), even in a year perfect for Democratic politics.

Act Now On A Balanced Energy Plan

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cgZSddWJ0X0

15 Republican Senators went on camera to ask Sen. Reid to act now on high gas prices. They’re sending a strong message that while Reid avoids the issue, Senate Republicans know Americans are hurting and are asking Democrats to join us so the Senate can act now.
H/t: The Foundry