Shut Up, He Explained

Shutting down rational debate one meme at a time.

John Boehner Not Sure How Long He’ll Be Speaker

Boehner ready to pack it in?

Associated Press Wants Reporters To Keep It Short

The Associated Press doesn’t want its reporters to get too wordy.

The Right’s Position On Immigration Is Inconsistent With Their Own Principles

If conservatives actually believed what they said they do, they would be much more open to immigrants, and immigration reform.

Good News For Democrats In The South?

A new poll indicates that Democratic candidates are holding their own against Republican challengers in three southern states.

What, If Anything, Should The United States Do About Those Nigerian Schoolgirls?

Not every tragedy can be resolved with a military response.

Like Every Other Senator, Marco Rubio Thinks He’s Ready To Be President

The junior Senator from Florida drops some hints.

The Anti-Federalist Impulse

Many who speak with great passion about the Constitution rather frequently make anti-Federalist arguments.

Larry Wilmore Taking Colbert Report Time Slot

Larry Wilmore is getting a much-deserved promotion.

Rand Paul Warns Republicans That Voter ID Emphasis Is ‘Offending People’

Once again, Rand Paul is challenging conservative orthodoxy.

RNC Moves To Limit Presidential Primary Debates

The RNC wants to limit primary debates, but it’s not clear that’s a good idea.

Tea Party Support Hits All-Time Low

More bad news for the Tea Party.

Arkansas Judge Strikes Down Same-Sex Marriage Ban

Another victory for marriage equality.

Texas High School Student Suspended For Refusing To Stand During Pledge Of Allegiance

A pretty clear violation of the First Amendment.

NBA Wants to Ban Shelly Sterling, Too

The NBA wants to get rid of Donald Sterling’s estranged wife, too.

More Bad News For Print Media

The news gets worse.

Should We Destroy The Smallpox Virus, Or Save It?

The last known case of smallpox happened in 1977. Is it time to destroy the virus?

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Anti-War Republican Beats Back Bush Era Challenger

Congressman Walter Jones beat back a primary challenge from a former Bush aide who attacked him over his foreign policy views.

New Russian Law Requires Bloggers To Register With The Kremlin

Vladimir Putin wants to put the Internet genie back in the bottle.

Benghazi Committee A Prelude To Impeachment?

Is the GOP headed down a road that leads to yet another doomed impeachment and trial?

China’s Plan For The Collapse Of North Korea

China sends a message to Kim Jong Un.