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.
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 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.
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.
Barney Frank Marrying Jim Ready
Barney Frank is marrying a dude, further proving just how gay he is.
SOPA/PIPA Blackout Protests Lead Co-Sponsors To Jump Ship
Members of Congress are responding to the protests against SOPA and PIPA by withdrawing their support for the bills.
First Legal Challenge Filed To Obama’s Recess Appointments
The first shot in a Constitutional showdown has been fired.
Wikipedia To Go Dark Wednesday To Protest Online Piracy Bills
Wikipedia’s English language site will be offline for 24 hours tomorrow to protest two controversial online piracy bills.
Congress More Futile And Unproductive Than Ever
The first year of the 112th Congress has set a new record for futility.
Jim DeMint Demonstrates What’s Wrong With Washington
Senator Jim DeMint demonstrated clearly today what is wrong with Washington.
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.
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.
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.
Richard Lugar: Tea Party Cost GOP Senate Control In 2010
Facing his own Tea Party challenge, Richard Lugar reminds Republicans of an uncomfortable truth.
The House Republicans Lost Because They Deserved To Lose
Thanks to their own ineptitude, House Republicans suffered a big defeat this week. They totally deserved it.
Mitch McConnell Pulls The Rug Out From Under The House GOP On Payroll Tax Cut
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell has set the House GOP adrift.
Republicans Turning On Their Own Amidst Payroll Tax Fiasco
Some Republicans are starting to realize just how badly the House GOP has messed up this time.
How The House Republicans Completely Mishandled The Payroll Tax Cut Debate
The House GOP doesn’t seem to have any idea what it’s doing right now.
American Voters Still Schizophrenic When It Comes To Congress
Once again, Americans hate Congress but seem to love their Congressperson.
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