Obama Approval at Record Low

47 percent of Americans disapprove of President Obama’s performance.

President Ronald Reagan speaking at a Rally for Senator Durenberger in Bloomington, Minnesota, 8 February 1982 President Ronald Reagan speaking at a Rally for Senator Durenberger in Bloomington, Minnesota, 8 February 1982

Ronald Reagan and the Iran Hostage Crisis

Did Ronald Reagan’s impending inauguration help get our hostages released after 444 days?

Romney Fails To Deliver Knockout Punch, Will Still Win Nomination

The race will go on after Super Tuesday, but the outcome seems ineviable

Guide to Men’s Bracelets

There are three and only three circumstances under which a man may wear a bracelet.

Paywalls Not Saving Newspapers?

Newspapers are still finding it hard to live in the Internet Age.

Santorum Would Try To Nullify All Existing Gay Marriages

Rick Santorum wants to nullify nearly 200,000 marriages.

Pressing The Santorum Button

Nominating Rick Santorum may be the best things Republicans could do to save their party, but not for the reasons Santorum thinks.

The Myth Of The Republican Savior

There is no Republican savior out there.

Auto Bailout Politics

Romney eked out a win in the Michigan primary. He’s going to have a harder time there in November.

Another Step In The Right Direction On Marriage Equality

Another Federal Court rules in favor of marriage equality, and the biggest news is how unsurprising the outcome of the case is.

Stolen Valor Act and the Supreme Court

Why should lying about having served in combat or been awarded a medal for valor should be legally different from lying about athletic prowess in high school, the number of sexual partners you’ve had, or the size of one’s sex organs?

How Conservatives Have Moved The Goalposts On Same-Sex Marriage

When it comes to same-sex marriage, the right is fighting a losing battle.

Cal Thomas, Rachel Maddow, and Civility

Cal Thomas made a tasteless joke at Rachel Maddow’s expense. He describes the lesson in civility he learned.

China Is Not A Model For America, Or The World

China’s government may be more “efficient,” but it’s hardly a model for the rest of the world.

Santorum Surging Into The Lead Nationally

Once again, the face of the Republican race has changed.

Contraceptive Coverage Rules: Not a New Thing

The issue of contraception coverage and religious charities is not a new one, despite the way it may sound.

Florida Bill Would Ban Food Stamps For ‘Unhealthy’ Food

Once again, a government entity thinks the average person is too dumb to take care of themselves.

And They Say The Iraq War Is Over

Sometimes there was no sugar or Splenda for coffee. On chicken wing night, wings were rationed at six per person.

A Parade For Iraq War Vets?

As they did four years, ago the New York Giants will get a parade in New York City today. Some are wondering when Iraq War vets will get theirs.

The War On Small Business

Trying to open a new business can be a massive and costly headache.

Men Outnumber Women Among American Rape Victims

The majority of all rapes in America take place in prison. Which means the majority of rape victims are likely men.

Is There Anything That Won’t End Up Being Politicized?

This week we learned that even breast cancer can become politicized. Is there anything that can’t at this point?

Planned Parenthood, Komen, And The Never Ending Culture Wars

Once again, the culture wars intrude into yet another area of life.

Why In The World Would Romney Accept Trump’s Endorsement?

Why is the Republican frontrunner pandering to a megalomanical showman?

Bureaucracy Killing DC’s Movie Industry

The DC government’s incompetence knows no bounds.

Another Round Of Hand-Wringing Over “Negative Campaigns”

Once again, the punditocracy is bemoaning the rise of so-called “negative campaigning.”

Former Aides Say Ron Paul Signed Off On Racist Newsletters

Yet more revelations about Ron Paul’s newsletters.

Why iPhones Aren’t Made In America

It’s not just low wages that have kept technology manufacturing jobs out of the United States.

Breaking and Unbreaking News in Twitter Time

Within an hour last evening, I passed along and retracted two breaking news stories on Twitter.

Palmetto State Preview

The polls are open in the South Carolina.

Christian Conservatives Have A Very Selective Memory Of Ronald Reagan

Ronald Reagan wasn’t really much a of a “Christian Conservative.”

Newt’s Grandiose Thoughts

A Selection Of Speaker Gingrich’s Thoughts Over The Years

Citizens United And The SOPA/PIPA Blackout: Why The First Amendment Matters

Some questions for opponents of the Supreme Court’s decision in Citizens United.

How The Tea Party Lost The 2012 Republican Primaries

After having so much influence in 2010, the Tea Party is finding itself adrift in the search for a Republican nominee in 2012.

$4.00 Per Gallon Gas By Spring? Bye Bye Economic Recovery?

Higher gas prices in the spring could have an impact on the economy, and the election.

Reporters as Truth Arbiters

How far should the press go in challenging assertions by politicians?