Tag: Election 2010

Even A Stopped Clock…

Filed in National by on November 5, 2010 6 Comments

Time‘s Joe Klein writes about the foolishness of Blue Dog Democrats.

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‘Bulo’s Picks: The Good…And the Veryvery Bad

Filed in National by on November 3, 2010 18 Comments

All in all, a very good night for my crystal ball. Only three incorrect calls. However, of the three, two were embarrassingly off the mark. Let’s try to figure out why: State Senate 5: I had Chris Counihan edging Cathy Cloutier, and Cathy breezed to reelection. Why? I think that she projects empathy and sincerity, […]

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The Speeches From Last Night

Filed in Delaware by on November 3, 2010 3 Comments

Some of the speeches from last night.

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Election Night Open Thread

Filed in National by on November 2, 2010 99 Comments

DD has specific threads below.  Use this one for everything else. For instance, Rachel Maddow keeps exposing Chris Matthews’ foolish, tired punditry.  Tweety is not happy with Ms. Maddow.  Personally, Matthews reminds me of that crazy, old uncle that talks too loudly at Thanksgiving dinner, saying a whole lotta nothing.  He should seriously consider retirement. […]

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Vote Today!

Filed in National by on November 2, 2010 74 Comments

Today is voting day, we’ll find out who are next U.S. Senator and U.S. Representative are. We’ll also elect a new Sheriff in New Castle County and determine the make-up of the legislature that will redraw the districts. It’s important that you vote!

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Election Predictions Thread

Filed in National by on November 1, 2010 15 Comments

Get yer election predictions in!

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El Somnambulo Predicts ‘Em All For You*

Filed in National by on October 21, 2010 32 Comments

*Well, almost all. I have no clue about most down-ballot county-wide races in Kent or Sussex, so I’ll stay away. Still, there should be more than enough controversy to allow you to chew on my not-insubstantial hide and spit it out. U. S. Senate: Coons 62-38. Maybe big enough for a coattail effect. Don’t worry, […]

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Carney – Urquhart Debate Open Thread

Filed in Delaware by on October 6, 2010 68 Comments

If you’re watching the debate (C-SPAN) let us know what you think. Should be good since Urquhart just refused to say he was associated with the Tea Party. Hmm… is someone running away from his base and O’Donnell?

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In Case You Don’t Have Enough To Do…

Filed in Delaware by on September 24, 2010 16 Comments

A round-up of some local election-related activities.

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WHYY Announces Community Forums

Filed in Delaware by on September 22, 2010 3 Comments

WHYY has announced a series of community forums. The first one is today. WHYY’s hosting a series of “Community Election Forums” starting Wednesday night in Middletown. It’s part of the Penn Project for Civic Engagement. Forums will be held Wednesday at the Historical Society in Middletown, next Monday at the Biggs Museum in Dover, and […]

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Primary Prediction Thread

Filed in National by on September 13, 2010 36 Comments

Put your predictions for tomorrow’s primaries here. It’s a contest!

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Who’s Contacting Me? – Special UI Edition

Filed in Delaware by on September 7, 2010 26 Comments
Who’s Contacting Me? – Special UI Edition

I give a public service to candidates regarding lawn signs. Remember, my advice is worth as much as you paid for it.

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What Do We Have To Look Forward To If The GOP Takes Over?

Filed in National by on September 4, 2010 34 Comments

What can we expect if the GOP takes over Congress next year?

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