Rick Santorum v. Individual Liberty
Rick Santorum’s views on the role of government are somewhat disturbing.
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.
There Are No “Europeans”
The problem with Europe may not be the Euro, but the fact that there really aren’t any Europeans.
In New Hampshire, It’s Do Or Die For Jon Huntsman
Jon Huntsman has gambled everything on New Hampshire. It probably won’t pay off.
Rick Santorum: A Straight Dad In Prison Is Better Than Two Gay Dads Who Aren’t
Rick Santorum returns to his old ways when asked about same-sex marriage.
With Three Days To Go, New Hampshire Is Still Romney Country
There seems to be very little stopping a big night for Mitt Romney next Tuesday.
Good News For The New Year? December Jobs Report Offers (Some) Hope
Some good news in the December jobs report.
Why The GOP Is Likely To Lose The Political Fight Over The Cordray Appointment
The GOP is at a distinct disadvantage in the political fight over President Obama’s Recess Appointment of Richard Cordray to head the CFPB.
The Fifth Amendment, Privacy, And Computer Passwords
Can the government force a criminal defendant to reveal a computer password? A Federal case in Denver is dealing with that question right now.
Good News On The Jobs Front?
Some initial data released today points to the possibility of a very position jobs report tomorrow, but don’t hold your breath.
Are Obama’s Recess Appointments Unconstitutional? Probably Not
While the President’s recess appointments are bound to set off a political dispute with the Republicans, there does not appear to be a Constitution ban against them.
Rick Santorum’s Disturbing Foreign Policy Vision
Rick Santorum’s foreign policy positions are troubling in many respects.
Rick Santorum: There Are No Palestinians, Everyone In The West Bank Is Israeli
Rick Santorum has some bizarre views when it comes to the dispute between the Israelis and the Palestinians.
The End Of The Ames Straw Poll? Don’t Count On It
The Ames Straw Poll isn’t going away any time soon.
Mitt Romney “Wins” Iowa By Eight Votes, Santorum A Very Close Second
It was a photo finish in the Hawkeye State.
The GOP’s Ridiculous Appeasement Argument
To Republicans, even thinking about engaging in diplomacy is enough to accuse the President of appeasement.
The Presidency That Republicans Would Rather Forget
The Republican candidates for President have apparently forgotten that this guy was their party’s nominee twice.
Sometimes, It Makes Sense To Skip New Hampshire
If you’re running low on cash, keeping it low-key in a state you can’t win sometimes make sense.
Finally, It’s Caucus Day; Plus, A Prediction
After almost a year of campaigning, it’s finally time for someone to cast a vote.
Unless You’re In The Military, The President Is Not Your Commander In Chief
Many people seem to have a rather inappropriate view of their relationship to the President of the United States.
Ethanol Tax Credit Expires After Three Decades
Congress eliminates a bad subsidy, but it’s only because there’s a worse one on the books.
A Traffic Jam At The Top In Iowa
Heading into the last day of campaigning, the race in Iowa is too close to call.
The 2012 Election And “The Soul Of The Country”
Mitt Romney said the other day that the 2012 Election is about “the soul of the country.” This is most assuredly not true.
Chief Justice Roberts Defends Kagan, Thomas Recusal Decisions On Health Care Lawsuit
The Chief Justice Of The United States defends his colleagues.
Romney Leads Paul, Santorum Surges, In Final DMR Iowa Poll
Romney, Paul, Santorum. The last set of Iowa frontrunners seems to be set.