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.
Does President Obama Apologize For America? The Facts Say No
It’s a Republican meme that President Obama has “apologized” for America repeatedly. The one problem with the meme is that there aren’t any facts to support it.
Obama’s State-Level Job Approval Polls And The 2012 Election
A new set of polls from Gallup show that President Obama is still looking good for re-election.
Oil Hits $100 Per Barrel: Is The U.S. Economy Hanging In The Balance?
The continuing chaos in Libya could have a serious impact on the U.S. economy, especially if it spreads to other oil producing nations.
Obama Administration Will No Longer Defend DOMA In Court
Huge news in the marriage equality debate today as the Obama Administration has decided not to defend the Defense of Marriage Act in court anymore.
What Should The U.S. Do About Libya? Most Americans Say Nothing
Calls are coming from both sides of the aisle for the U.S. to do “something” about the situation in Libya. It would be better if we didn’t get involved.
Poll: Majority Opposes Laws Restricting Public Employee Unions
A new national poll suggests that moves to restrict the collective bargaining rights of public sector unions are not popular with the public at large:
Libyan Ambassador To U.S. Calls For Action Against Libya
Calls are growing for outside intervention in Libya but it’s unclear what can, or should, be done.
Scott Brown: I’m Not A Tea Party Candidate
Massachusetts Senator Scott Brown was a Tea Party darling when he picked up Ted Kennedy’s Senate seat last year, but he’s not embracing the movement as he prepares to run for re-election next year.
Obama Derangement Syndrome And The American Right
The American right has become infected with the notion that Barack Obama isn’t just wrong, but evil. That won’t be healthy in the long run.
The Case Against Public Sector Unions
It’s time to end the ability of public sector labor unions to hold taxpayers hostage.
The U.S. Government Exists Primarily To Write Checks And Redistribute Wealth
The primary job of the Federal Government today is to take money from Peter and give it to Paul.
Libya Update: At Least 84 Dead, Possibly Hundreds
The crackdown in Libya is turning into a massacre.
The Revolution Continues In Libya
The Gaddafi regime is facing its most serious challenge in its 41 year history.
Ronald Reagan America’s Greatest President?
In a new Gallup poll, Americans rank Ronald Reagan as America’s Greatest President.
