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.
U.S. Carbon Emissions Down Thanks Largely To Natural Gas
Carbon emissions in the U.S. have declined just as use of natural gas in electricity production has increased. That’s no coincidence.
On Politicizing Tragedy
Once again, the usual suspects are exploiting tragedy for political purposes.
Chick-Fil-A Comes Under Fire For Stance On Same-Sex Marriage
Restaurant chain Chick-fil-A is facing criticism after its President’s comments on same-sex marriage.
12 Dead, At Least 50 Wounded In Mass Shooting At Colorado Movie Theater
Terror erupted in a Colorado movie theater early this morning.
Why Are So Many Superheroes Orphans?
Most of the most popular superheroes in American comics are orphans. Coincidence or something else?
Weak Economy Continues To Hold Obama’s Poll Numbers Down
Mitt Romney has had a rough two weeks, but Barack Obama has to deal with a bad economy.
George Zimmerman: Trayvon Martin’s Shooting Was “All God’s Plan.”
For some reason, George Zimmerman sat down for an hour-long interview last night.
Michele Bachmann’s McCarthyite Crusade Against Huma Abedin And Other Muslims
Michele Bachmann and several other Members of Congress are engaging in the despicable tactics of Joe McCarthy.
Are Federal Exchanges Going To Bring Down ObamaCare?
Provisions in the Affordable Care Act may cause the entire statutory scheme to collapse.
Obama And Romney In Dead Heat In New Virginia Poll
Virginia could be the state that decides who controls the United States Government.
Romney Campaign Adopts Risky “Take Off The Gloves” Strategy
The Romney campaign has apparently decided to be more aggressive in its attacks on the President, which poses serious risks for the campaign.
Damascus Attack Kills Key Members Of Syrian Government
Several key members of the Syrian government were killed in a suicide bomb attack today in Damascus.
Obama Leads Romney 70% To 22% Among Latino Voters
Another poll demonstrates the serious problems that the GOP has with Latino voters.
Rush Limbaugh: Batman Villain Created In 1993 Is Attack On Romney
Rush Limbaugh made perhaps one of the dumber comments I’ve seen from the right about the entire Bain Capital story, and managed to display an apparent inability to use Google to look things up.
Mitt Romney Is Letting Obama’s Bain Attacks Define Him, To His Detriment
By failing to respond adequately, Mitt Romney is letting his opponent define him for the voters. That could hurt him greatly in November.
The Defense Budget Is Not A Jobs Program
The people trying to undo the Defense Budget sequestration cuts are making some pretty weak arguments.
The “Crisis Election” Canard
Once again people are saying that 2012 is an election year akin to 1860 or 1932. Once again, they are wrong.
Is The Prosecutor In George Zimmerman’s Case Harming His Right To A Fair Trial?
The prosecutor in George Zimmernan’s case has made public “evidence” that will likely never be admitted at trial, but which could prejudice the case immensely.
Whatever It Is, It’s Not Journalism
Reporters covering the 2012 election are letting the campaigns control what they report to a disturbing degree.
Governor Romney, Just Release The Tax Returns And Get It Over With
Mitt Romney’s intransigence over releasing more tax returns is politically stupid.
Romney Campaign Tries To Change Subject, Goes On Offensive
The Romney campaign is trying to shift the narrative.
Has Romney Made His Veep Selection Already?
There are some indications that Mitt Romney may be ready to announce his running mate selection as early as this week.
