Archive for March, 2007
Former Advisor Abandons the Chimp
In the mode of Lee Atwater coming around at the end of his life, a former Bush aide has done an interview in which he admits to having no faith in Bush any more. Matthew Dowd is a Dem turned Bush-campaign-strategist turned Bush-admin-hater. He still like W. personally, but hates where he is politically and […]
The Dr. Nick Interview with Matt Denn
Editors Note: I view Matt Denn’s tenure as Delaware’s Insurance Commissioner as a refreshing return to the kind of old school Democratic values that seem to have been lost by a generation of Democratic politicians. He has long been a favorite of Delaware liberal and has recently cemented his reputation around here by consenting to […]
“I have no recollection of that…”
Your government at work helping the GOP win hearts and minds. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VePqzIrR-ao]
Around the Horn Friday: Tearful Apology Edition
I must start this “Around the Horn” with the last time that I will rave about the bravery of Dave Burris over at First State Politics. I don’t care what anyone says, I credit Dave with talking John Adkins into resigning. He has my eternal respect. Now where have you been Brutha? Dave promises to […]
Unfathomable irony
That is Atkins standing behind Spence promising to keep the “worst” drunk off the street. h/t an eagle eyed reader.
Wonky Wednesday: Don’t Forget Drinking Liberally
For those who like their politics up close and personal, this month’s edition of Drinking Liberally takes place tomorrow night, Thursday, March 29 at Iron Hill Brewery, 710 South Madison Street on Wilmington’s waterfront. I’ve met a number of my fellow bloggers at these gatherings, and found them as engaging in person as they are […]
There is a big difference between Democrats and Republicans
Joe Biden: Voted to support our troops with a $124 billion, and to withdraw U.S. combat troops from Iraq within 120 days and complete that pullout by next March turning responsibility for Iraq over to Iraqis where it belongs. Tom Carper: Voted to support our troops with a $124 billion, and to withdraw U.S. combat […]
What I got for my birthday…
I have to admit that I have a mix of emotions today with Atkins’ resignation. I am sad that it came to this. I am sorry for Adkins’ family. I sincerely hope John gets the help that it sounds like he needs. On the other hand, I am ecstatic that the system worked. I am […]
BREAKING: ATKINS QUITS
WDEL reporting now that John Atkins is stepping down. (2:23 pm) It is official (2:42pm). A special election will be held in the 41st RD no later than May 7th.
The First Anti-Mike Castle/Pro-Executive Branch Accountability Ad of the Season
OMINOUS ANNOUNCER WITH DEEP, RASPY VOICE: Republican politician Michael Castle voted against a bill to provide our troops with vital funding. (HR1591 Link) Shockingly, Republican politician Michael Castle sided with George Bush and voted to send troops back into battle without being fully-trained, fully-equipped and battle-ready. The funding that Republican politician, Michael Castle voted against […]
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