Archive for September, 2010

The Bush Tax Cuts Will Hurt The Economy

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The head of the CBO says extending all of the Bush tax cuts will hurt the economy in the long run. The effect of the stimulus is small compared to the effect on the deficit.

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The Best Description Of The Tea Party – Ever

Filed in National by on September 29, 2010 24 Comments

As usual, Matt Taibbi nails it.  I’ve highlighted certain points below, but you should really read the whole article! A hall full of elderly white people in Medicare-paid scooters, railing against government spending and imagining themselves revolutionaries as they cheer on the vice-presidential puppet hand-picked by the GOP establishment. If there exists a better snapshot […]

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Christine O’Donnell’s Educational Lies

Filed in Delaware by on September 29, 2010 45 Comments

Christine O’Donnell is caught misrepresenting her educational history AGAIN.

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Volunteer Opportunity This Sunday

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Volunteer Opportunity This Sunday

If you have been just dying to get out there to meet the Democratic candidates and do something to help get them elected, I have an opportunity for you.
Come see Chris Coons, John Carney, Beau Biden, Chip Flowers, Richard Korn and others. Then help us get them elected.

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Let’s Help Out a Progressive Candidate

Filed in Delaware by on September 29, 2010 7 Comments

Jim Westhoff is running in the 35th against Dave Wilson. Jim is a progressive candidate in what is not a progressive district. Here’s a clip of his opening statement at a forum the other night: [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_z2qkQwGK1c[/youtube]. Jim could use some shekels to help with his campaign. He’s been canvassing his butt off and has signs […]

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Tuesday’s Asshat of the Day

Filed in National by on September 28, 2010 1 Comment

It would be too, too easy to give this to Sen. Jim “I am the King of the Senate” DeMint for his unilateral decision to halt all work in the Senate unless the bills meet his smell test. But I decided to go with Sharon Angle, the Mad Aunt of our very own O’Whack-a-Mole. Did […]

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C’mon Delaware Episode 20

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Click here to listen.

Why are Democrats so bad at “The Game” of partisan politics?

What can left of center Democrats do about it if anything?

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New DSCC Ad On Christine O’Donnell

Filed in National by on September 28, 2010 19 Comments

The DSCC has released a new ad against Christine O’Donnell. Watch it and give a review.

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Tuesday Open Thread

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The Tuesday edition of your semi-daily open thread.

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Checking the Ground War in Brandywine Hundred

Filed in National by on September 28, 2010 32 Comments

Took a drive through some communities in Brandywine Hundred today, from Claymont to the tony Perth and Pembrey developments.  When it comes to signs, Bryon Short, Chris Coons and Mike Annone (a union electrician running against Bob Weiner) are the clear leaders, especially on peoples’ lawns. Judy Travis, who is challenging Short, is doing pretty […]

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Here’s Why We Need Senate Reform

Filed in National by on September 28, 2010 38 Comments

South Carolina Senator Jim DeMint says he will block any legislation that isn’t cleared through his office.

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The Rich Agree: Tax The Rich

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The Rich Agree: Tax The Rich

Why are we talking about keeping the Bush tax cuts that have been an abysmal failure at creating jobs and keeping the economy strong? Even 64% of people with incomes over $250K believe that their taxes should be higher.

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Monday’s Asshat of the Day

Filed in Delaware by on September 27, 2010 9 Comments

I’m in a quandary. I’m not sure if I should award this politician an Asshat award or a Chutzpah award. Last Saturday night, the Hola Awards were given out to people who work to strengthen the Hispanic community. It was a sold-out affair at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center. A few politicians were in attendance, […]

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