From a Time Magazine interview with former GOP Senator Alan Simpson: Would you run for office now? Oh, hell, no. Now it’s just sharp elbows, and instead of having a caucus where you sit down and say, “What are you going to do for your country?” you sit figuring out how to screw the other … Continue reading This is what’s wrong with Washington
Ever heard of a Super Congress? Well, hang onto your hats, because apparently this is the latest idea to navigate past all the obstacles and get a budget deal in Washington. Of course, it navigates right past the Constitution too, but hey, they’ve got to get a deal done, right? This is how today’s Huffington … Continue reading ‘Super Congress’? How is this legal?
Washington is really trying my patience, playing political chicken with our budget and debt ceiling. It’s obvious to me that when you find yourself in financial trouble you cut spending (the GOP approach) and look for ways to increase income/revenue (the Dems’ approach). It’s not an either/or situation. Anyone who’s ever managed a household budget … Continue reading A simplistic take on the nation’s budget crisis
I can’t believe I watched. I can’t believe I watched the whole thing. All two hours’ worth. I refer to the CNN Republican candidates’ debate in New Hampshire. Actually, when they started, Michele Bachmann wasn’t an official candidate. But she announced her candidacy during the broadcast. Isn’t she the sly one. Beyond that, she managed … Continue reading Wowee, it’s presidential debate time … again … still
Rep. Anthony Weiner (D-NY) is taking a leave of absence from Congress to “get treatment.” Treatment? Treatment for what? There is no cure for stupid. There is no cure for men who think “sexual addiction” is a valid excuse for lewd behavior. He probably just wanted to hide because he knew there were still more … Continue reading Newest Weiner photos may be last nails in his coffin
Okay, voting often is not cool, even if it’s only a poll. But I am encouraging early voting. I’ve added a poll to the Pied Type sidebar that I plan to keep up for a long time. After all, the next presidential election isn’t until November 2012. It’s safe to assume the Democrats’ nominee will … Continue reading Vote early, vote often
