Posts by Doug Mataconis
About Doug Mataconis
Doug Mataconis held a B.A. in Political Science from Rutgers University and J.D. from George Mason University School of Law. He joined the staff of OTB in May 2010 and contributed a staggering 16,483 posts before his retirement in January 2020. He passed far too young in July 2021.
Rick Perry The Worst Candidate Of The 2012 Cycle?
Was Rick Perry the worst candidate to run in the 2012 cycle? It certainly appears so.
Hostess CEO: We’re Already Hearing From People Who Might Buy Our Brands
Reports of the Twinkie’s death have been exaggerated.
The Incredible Shrinking Mitt Romney
Less than two weeks after he lost the election, the GOP is acting as if Mitt Romney never existed.
In Fiscal Cliff Negotiations, President Obama Holds The Upper Hand
Republicans need to realize that they are at a disadvantage in the upcoming negotiations regarding the Fiscal Cliff.
Israel Seems Headed Toward An Invasion Of Gaza
The conflict between Israel and Hamas appears to be heading in one unfortunate direction.
The Free Market Killed Hostess, And That’s A Good Thing
The death of Hostess Brands is a lesson in what is supposed to happen to failed companies in a free market.
Another Republican Demographic Problem: The Gay Vote
Republican opposition to same-sex marriage is costing it yet another demographic group.
What Exactly Has Conservatism Accomplished Lately?
Judging by the record of the past decade and a half, movement conservatism has accomplished very little.
Petraeus Debunks Petraeus Conspiracy Theories
People continue to spread conspiracy theories explaining the “real reason” that David Petraeus’s extra-marital affair became public.
Neither Mitt Romney Nor Paul Ryan Understand Why They Lost
Neither member of the Republican ticket seems to understand what really happened on Election Day.
The Petraeus Scandal And The Surveillance State
If nothing else, the Petraeus affair is teaching us a valuable lesson in just how extensive the Surveillance State has become.