Ruth Bader Ginsburg To Egypt: Don’t Use Our Constitution As A Guide
Ruth Bader Ginsburg had some advice on Constitution drafting for Egyptians
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.
Mitt Romney’s Bizarre Take On Obama’s Afghanistan Decision
Mitt Romney’s statements about the planned early draw down in Afghanistan make no sense whatsoever.
Planned Parenthood, Komen, And The Never Ending Culture Wars
Once again, the culture wars intrude into yet another area of life.
Good News All Around In January Jobs Report
The January jobs report was the best we’ve seen in more than three years.
Republican Senators Leading Effort To Halt Automatic Pentagon Cuts
Not surprisingly, Republicans are trying to reverse the automatic cuts to defense spending agreed to in August.
Why In The World Would Romney Accept Trump’s Endorsement?
Why is the Republican frontrunner pandering to a megalomanical showman?
Wyoming Senator Trying To Revive The Dollar Coin Yet Again
Senator Mike Enzi wants to replace the Dollar Bill with a coin. As with past efforts, it’s a great idea that is unlikely to succeed.
Obama Crusin’ For A November Bruisin’?
Things aren’t all sunshine and roses for the Obama 2012 campaign.
The Republican Civil War Of 2013-2015?
If Romney loses in November, it could be the start of a bitter fight insider the Republican Party.
CBO Forecast: Trillion Dollar Deficits, Slow Growth, And High Unemployment
The latest projections from Congressional Budget Office are sobering to say the least.
Rushing To Judgment In The Media Age
A story from September 2010 reminds us that rushing to judgment is never a good idea.
Romney On CNN: `I’m Not Concerned About The Very Poor’
Mitt Romney stumbled a bit during his victory tour this morning.
Romney Wins Big, Newt Loses Mean, Race Continues (But Not For Long)
Mitt Romney won big last night, Newt Gingrich was Newt Gingrich, and the race is coming to the beginning of the end.
Another Round Of Hand-Wringing Over “Negative Campaigns”
Once again, the punditocracy is bemoaning the rise of so-called “negative campaigning.”
Signs Of A Big Romney Win In Florida
Mitt Romney seems headed for a big, and important, victory tomorrow in Florida.
ObamaCare, The Catholic Church, And Religious Liberty
Requiring a religious institution to comply with civilian laws is not a violation of religious liberty.
Obama Presidency Still Polarizing, Bipartisanship Still Dead
American politics is as polarized as ever, and it shows no signs of changing regardless of who wins in November.
Mitt Romney’s Bizarre View Of The U.S-Israeli Relationship
Mitt Romney’s view of the ideal relationship between the United States and Israel is, at the very least. quite odd, and, potentially, dangerous.
Sarah Palin: Attacks On Gingrich Are Stalinist And “Alinskyite”
Sarah Palin isn’t running for President, and she hasn’t officially endorsed anyone, but that hasn’t stopped her from putting her thumb on the scale.
Romney Holds A Strong Lead As Florida Heads To Final Days
Mitt Romney seems poised for victory in Florida.
The Impeachment Crisis Of 2015?
Could things possibly get worse on Capitol Hill? Grover Norquist seems to relish the possibility.
The Truth About The So-Called “Buffett Rule”
On it’s own, the so-called “Buffett Rule” is unlikely to do much to reduce the deficit.
Jeb Bush, Marco Rubio Warn Republicans On Losing Hispanic Voters
Two prominent Florida Republicans are warning their party about losing the support of the nation’s fastest growing ethnic group.