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.
The Afghan Surge Was A Failure
The Afghan Surge announced by President Obama in December 2009 is over. By any objective measurement, it was a failure.
How Much Are Romney’s “47 Percent” Remarks Hurting Him?
Mitt Romney’s “47 Percent” remarks seem to be hurting him.
Debunking The Poll Denialists
The arguments of the people claiming that every single poll showing Mitt Romney is unfairly biased do not stand up to scrutiny.
DOJ Records Show Massive Increase In Warrantless Surveillance Since 2009
Secret surveillance of American citizens has dramatically increased under the Obama Administration.
Latin American Leaders Question War On Drugs In U.N. Speeches
Our War On Drugs is having a disastrous impact on our neighbors to the south, and they’re starting to notice.
Romney’s Supporters Want Him To Go For Obama’s Jugular
Just as we saw in 2008, the conservative base doesn’t want to hear their nominee saying that the President is a basically decent man.
GDP And Durable Goods Figures Spell Bad News For The Economy
Newly released statistics indicate that the economy is slowing down and in danger of slipping into a recession.
Report: 15 Days Later, FBI Has Not Been To Site Of Benghazi Consulate Attack
More than two weeks after four Americans — including the U.S. ambassador to Libya — were killed in an attack on the U.S. Consulate in Benghazi, FBI agents have not yet been granted access to investigate in the eastern Libyan city, and the crime scene has not been secured.
Are Republicans Going To Sacrifice The Senate To Rally Around Todd Akin?
Now that he is on the ballot for good, Republicans seem to be giving Todd Akin a second look. That seems unwise.
Freedom Of Speech, Blasphemy, And International Relations
Sacrificing our principles in the face of mob violence is never a good idea.
A Romney Critic’s Case Against Obama
Mitt Romney is a deeply flawed candidate, but that doesn’t mean the President is any better.
Report: U.S. Knew Benghazi Attack Was Terrorism Within 24 Hours
The Administration’s decision to stick with the meme that the Benghazi attack was about a movie becomes more puzzling.
President Obama Capitulates On Freedom Of Speech Before The United Nations
President Obama’s remarks before the United Nations were, at least in one particular part, disappointing.
Are The Polls Biased Against Mitt Romney?
Many on the right are heavily invested in the argument that current polling is intentionally biased against Mitt Romney. Their argument is not very plausible.
Monday Night Absurdity Leads To New Complaints About Replacement Referees
Last night’s game between Green Bay and Seattle was the latest example of the sub-par officiating of the NFL’s replacement referees.
Egyptians Say They Want Changes To Camp David Accords
Thirty four years later, Egyptians are hinting they want to make changes to the first peace treaty between Israel and an Arab nation.
How To Fix The Republican Party
Whether Mitt Romney wins or loses, the GOP needs to evolve or be doomed to minority party status.
Was Mitt Romney The Best Candidate The GOP Had This Year?
Whether Republicans like it or not, Mitt Romney was the best candidate they had in 2012.
