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The Banishment Of Louie Gohmert

This was a long time coming.  It would be easy to dismiss Louie Gohmert as just another loony Tea Party/Republican, except that as a member of the House of Representatives he actually gets to vote on and propose legislation – … Continue reading

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The Minority Of The Majority And Assorted Other Traitors

It is early New Year’s morning as I write this; while most American adults are either sleeping or nursing a hangover I do neither.  A few hours earlier this morning the Senate passed its fiscal cliff rescue act by a … Continue reading

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The Banishment Of Ken Cuccinelli

If you are not a political junkie it is very possible the name Ken Cuccinelli does not ring a bell.  He is not yet high profile but he will be very soon.  That is not to say that he isn’t … Continue reading

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What Cliff?

Friday President Obama held his first meeting with Congressional leaders to discuss what has come to be known as the fiscal cliff.  The word cliff implies some danger and doom.  If there is imminent danger it is certainly not for … Continue reading

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The Endorsement Of Tammy Duckworth

Some choices in life are difficult.  Many high school seniors are deciding which college to attend next year.  They may have narrowed it down to a handful of outstanding schools and ultimately one has to be the final choice.  Often … Continue reading

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Requiem Of The Not So Super Committee

Late Monday afternoon the Supercommittee announced it had failed to the surprise of almost no one who had been following it and the events that brought it into being.  Its genesis was the debt ceiling increase deal.  The Tea Party … Continue reading

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Go Big Or Go Home

The President has publically stated he will be presenting a jobs package for Congress’ approval shortly after Labor Day.  The rumor mill says that he is getting conflicting advice from his inner circle.  One group is suggesting a modest package … Continue reading

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