“Peace through strength and clarity”: the worldview that fits in your wallet.
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2012 Election
In Ohio, Cain Rallies the Faithful Despite ‘Character Assasination’
West Chester, Ohio
For all the world to see, Herman Cain is fine form. The crowd of 150, toting matching signs and bumper stickers, recites the pledge of allegiance and the national anthem before settling in to watch a …
Obama’s Health Reform Popularity Bind, Cntd.
The Kaiser Family Foundation is out with its latest check-up on public opinion of the Affordable Care Act, Democrats’ 2010 health reform overhaul. There hasn’t been a major change in the law’s popularity since last month, but I think two legal developments make revisiting the tracking poll worthwhile. Here’s what we know now know: The …
The Unpredictable Candidacy of Herman Cain Takes Its Final Turn
Herman Cain took days to “reassess” his presidential candidacy before suspending it on Saturday, but it shouldn’t have taken long for him to realize that his campaign was finished. Allegations that Cain conducted a 13-year …
Political Sign of Apocalypse: The Non-Denial Denial
The revelation that Herman Cain is “reassessing” whether to remain in the Republican presidential race may not surprise anyone who parsed his initial response to the new allegations he faces.
Is Bachmann Angling to Be Romney’s Veep?
Michele Bachmann abruptly canceled scheduled events in Iowa on Tuesday to do nine conservative and Christian radio programs. Her No. 1 topic? Newt Gingrich’s soft stance on immigration. Which candidate does this most help? Mitt Romney.
Throughout the summer and fall, Romney has hardly needed to attack any of his rivals; Bachmann has …
Obama’s First TV Ad for 2012
…is a call for help:
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According to CBS News, it’s a tiny ad buy on national satellite stations meant to test the viability of recruiting volunteers via TV. Despite recent stirrings of the DNC, it’s too early for advertising to have much direct effect on the general election anyway, but it’s …
Despite Momentum, Newt Has Long Road Ahead in New Hampshire
All fall in New Hampshire, Republican presidential candidates have been auditioning for the role of Mitt Romney’s foil. With 43 days before the nation’s first primary, it’s finally Newt Gingrich’s turn on stage.
Retirements Plague Pelosi’s Push to Take Back the House
House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi has made it no secret that she’s aiming to take back the House in 2012. And in recent weeks she seemed to make some progress, out-raising her GOP counterparts in September while the Republican freshman class fell behind in fundraising. But in recent weeks a herd of old bulls have announced their …
Why the Endorsement of One New Hampshire Newspaper (With a Losing Record) Matters
As the old Granite State saying goes, Iowa picks corn and New Hampshire picks Presidents. So what about the most powerful newspaper in New Hampshire, the Union Leader? On Sunday, the editorial board endorsed Newt Gingrich for …
How GOP Debates Democratized the Presidential Race
If you’ve grown numb to the gaudy, glittering spectacles that are this year’s televised presidential debates, there’s a reason. Last Tuesday’s Republican forum on CNN was the 11th of 2011, or the 12th if you count a South Carolina gathering last spring that drew just five participants. At this point four years ago, both the Republican …
What’s Missing for 2012: The Anger Gene
Let’s face it, Americans are angry. Whether they’re from the Tea Party, Occupy Wall Street, or even the silent majority, polls show they’re mad as hell with the political status quo. The problem is, if Mitt Romney is the Republican nominee – as it’s looking increasingly likely he will be – the 2012 election will be a match …
With Newt Back in the Spotlight, Callista Gingrich Follows
Callista Gingrich is probably the most recognizable spouse in the 2012 Republican presidential field. It’s not just her trademark look: the pastel suit; the perfect blonde coif; the frozen smile. It is that she is always there. …