Archive for Jason330
Anti Castle / Pro Accountability Ad
Not exactly light hearted – so I apologize if you were expecting an April fool’s gag.
1Apr2007 | Jason330 | 2 comments | Continued
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 [...]
31Mar2007 | Jason330 | 20 comments | Continued
Courage
Since I started keeping closer track of politics in 2004, I’ve heard people talk about courage but I’ve never really seen any. Until now.
On the national front we have lived through a period so devoid of political courage that we have to face the fact that America is not the country we grew up [...]
Okay. See you next year.
Who am I trying to kid, this is in my blood now.
I’m taking 2007 off.
I was not fishing for kind words, but thanks for the kind words anyway. Stay safe in 2007 and I’ll be back when the Eagles win the superbowl or Feb. 14 of 2008, which ever comes first.
I’m done here
I’ve made a few half hearted stabs at getting someone to take up Delawareliberal but nothing has panned out. So, I’m signing off. Peace out.
Happy Valentines day to my great and lovely wife & adios.
Jason Scott has left the building.
Castle backs anti-surge resolution
Mike Castle breaks his silence, breaks ranks with Republicans, and breaks his long string of using the word “HOWEVER” in every press release. Here is the NJ’s blurb: Link
WASHINGTON – Rep. Mike Castle broke ranks with fellow Republicans today, supporting the [...]
14Feb2007 | Jason330 | 5 comments | Continued
Profiles in Impotence
Our congressional delegation has been especially attentive to the needs of the domestic auto industry. For years, we have worked with DaimlerChrysler, GM, and Ford on issues involving national policy in order to help you compete in the global marketplace
– Delaware Congressional Delegation to Chrysler President Tom LaSorda
Shove it!
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Michael Castle on Iraq…the anticipation builds
Watching CSPAN last night I was eager to hear how our lone representative in the US House was going to finesse his non-position on Iraq. I’ll have to wait a bit longer, but as soon as he attempts to slide his statement quietly past the media – I promise to post the big [...]
14Feb2007 | Jason330 | 1 comment | Continued
Bank of America (hearts) NAFTA Refugees
All my BOA peeps – keep thinking of the little guy in spite of the torrents of abuse that wingnuts are about to unload on your company.
Bank of America to offer credit cards to illegal immigrants
By E. Scott Reckard, Times Staff Writer
Continuing to court the burgeoning market of Latino immigrants, Bank of America said today [...]
Toward greater Democratic “brand” identity in Delaware
While Howard Dean has worked wonders rehabilitating our national brand, Delaware Democrats are going to have to get rid of “Democrats” like this in order to get back on track.
13Feb2007 | Jason330 | 4 comments | Continued
Your feedback is requested
When I do the “Around the Horn” I’m always struck by how many good blogs there are. I’m also struck by how the good writing comes (for the most part) in waves. This is just an outworking of the fact that we are not paid writers and journalists, but lawyers, taxi drivers, [...]
13Feb2007 | Jason330 | 9 comments | Continued
Congratulations to Joe M
Shannon Elise Madjeski was born on Sunday at 9:40AM. At birth, she weighed 7lbs 6oz, and measured at 19 inches.
Yes, 19 inches is very wide for a baby, but Joe says everybody is okay.
Congressman “However” gets his 5 minutes on Iraq
A commenter mentioned down below and Kos reports that, “debate starts tomorrow on Iraq resolutions in the House of Representatives.
Each representative has been allotted five minutes to speak during the next three days, with a vote coming Friday.”
Someone with some techno-savy PLEASE get Mike Castle’s 5 minutes of pointless blathering about how much he [...]
Only 9 Months Until Thanksgiving!
These guys were in court today. Any news?
12Feb2007 | Jason330 | Comments Off | Continued
Republican Speak
In the “up is down” world of Republican political and economic theory we know that the way to prevent war is to attack people. And if the we as a people could only pray harder and pretend better, the poor would be helped by further enriching the rich.
Today we learn from Mike Mahaffie that [...]
U.S. sending third carrier strike group to Gulf
From Newsweek’s “The Hidden War With Iran.”
At least one former White House official contends that some Bush advisers secretly want an excuse to attack Iran. “They intend to be as provocative as possible and make the Iranians do something [America] would be forced to retaliate for,” says Hillary Mann, the administration’s former National Security Council [...]
Wilmington New Journal (somehow) fails to screw up the Windfarm Story – ALSO FREEP this online poll!!
The WNJ’s AARON NATHANS and JEFF MONTGOMERY, did a pretty fair job with the Windfarm story. Yes, this paragraph cntradicts the NJ’s headline which states that windpower is “untested”:
Denmark, the world’s fifth-largest wind energy producer, has meanwhile sunk billions of dollars into offshore wind and late last year published a study that found [...]
Around the Horn Friday: Still 100% Paul Smith Free
Who is bringing da funk and who is kicking it old school…? Let’s see.
Oh snap! I almost forgot my new bro Liberalgeek. His take on Cheney’s 1% doctrine demolishes the pro global warming arguments that you hear from time to time.
Nancy is helping the WNJ collect your funny/depressing Delaware FOIA anecdotes/horror stories.Check out [...]
What is with Michael Castle’s Obessesion with Nancy Pelosi’s security arrangement ?
I like this response.
9Feb2007 | Jason330 | 4 comments | Continued
Public Service Announcement
Around the Horn Friday(c) is cancelled today due to the severe weather emergency in my soul.
Check here tomorrow for Around the Horn Friday: Saturday Edition (c).
Thursday Tracking Poll Results
There is a general desire for some fresh blood.
82% of the Democrats wanted an “Other Dem” to face the Republican in the open seat race that will follow Mike Castle’s decision to “spend more time with the family”. 18% of wanted Spivack to have another shot.
On the Republican side Castle polled at 70%. [...]
Wenky is whistling past the graveyard
Celia just filed a story about a recent Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) visit to Delaware to start coordinating a campaign to get rid the festering sore that is Michael Castle. (I’m paraphrasing, of course.)
Anyway, I liked the part where Wenky puts on a brave face.
“We chalk up to wishful thinking,” said Elizabeth B. Wenk, [...]
9Feb2007 | Jason330 | 4 comments | Continued
Industry Flacks Tom Carper and Mike Castle Support “Clean” Coal – Big Surprise!
If you favor wind-power for Delaware and you’ve been waiting for Carper and Castle to take a shit on you – your wait is over.
“The Delaware delegation supports NRG’s efforts,” said Emily Cunningham of Sen. Tom Carper’s office. “Sen. Carper thinks all options should be explored.” (snip)
“It is important to find a way [...]
Castle on Iraq….(The sound of one hand clapping)
A commenter followed up on a point that I’ve been making for a while – Mike Castle wants to avoid being evaluated on Iraq AGAIN.
Mike Castle is our lone rep in the US House and Iraq is the issue dominating all of our current public policy debates, from secrurity and energy independence to our [...]
Markell vs. Carney Comment Rescue
In an (at times interesting/at times pissy) exchange between Kilroy and Al regarding Markell v. Carney – Kilroy made this observation:
But I really think that (Carney as the favorite) is a political illusion and the only safety net Carney would have is if Minner were to step down making Carney the incumbent. Markell [...]
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