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.
Did Congress Declare Pizza A Vegetable? Not Really
Another meme debunked, plus some thoughts on policy.
The GOP’s Bizarre Iowa Debate/Forum/Church Revival Meeting
Did you know there was another GOP debate last night? Well, you didn’t miss much.
Protesters Once Again Clash With Police In Tahrir Square
The protesters have returned to Tahrir Square, and so has the violence.
Supercommittee Headed For Unsurprising Failure
Not surprisingly, the Supercommittee is a Super Failure.
Gingrich Nearly Tied With Romney In New Hampshire? Don’t Be So Sure Just Yet
A new poll appears to show Newt Gingrich surging in New Hampshire, but there are several caveats to take into account.
How Can Newt Gingrich Possibly Live Down His Past?
It’s hard to see how Newt Gingirch can remain a viable candidate given his past
Rick Perry’s Wrongheaded “Government Reform” Plan
Rick Perry is out with a plan to reform Washington. Mostly, it’s just a bunch of gimmicks.
White House Pressured Solyndra To Delay Layoffs Until After Midterm Elections?
More revelations regarding the relationship between Solyndra and the Obama White House.
Associated Press Reporters Reprimanded For Using Twitter To Send Out Breaking News
The Associated Press is trying to fight Twitter rather than engage it.
Occupy Wall Street Now Less Popular Than Tea Party Movement
Public opinion on the Occupy movement has turned increasingly sour.
Mike McQueary Appears To Contradict His Own Grand Jury Testimony
Is the star witness in the Penn State case changing his story, or just trying to protect his reputation?
New York Judge Rules For City In Clearing Of Zuccotti Park
For the time being, there will be no overnight camping at Zuccotti Park
Gary Johnson Files Complaints With FEC, FCC Over Debate Exclusion
Gary Johnson is right to be upset that he’s been excluded from debates, but he shouldn’t get the government involved.
Should Justice Kagan Recuse Herself From Health Care Reform Case?
Questions have been raised about whether it is proper for Elena Kagan to hear the Affordable Care Act lawsuit.
