Nikki Haley’s Unforced Error

A poor answer to a softball question has created unnecessary controversy.

Donald Trump Removed From Maine Ballot

Another state has declared him an insurrectionist.

Boebert’s District Switch

Lines on the map for the win.

Haley and the Politics of Slavery [Updated with Video]

Why can’t some of us handle the truth?

Where The Gays Are

A breakdown of new survey data.

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The Implications of 11th Circuit’s Mark Meadows Decision

The denial of transfer to Federal Court could signal problems for Trump’s Presidential Immunity Claims

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Trump v. Biden

Economic Chart Edition.

I Don’t Think that Means What he Thinks it Means

Trump on peaceful transfers (and Hitler).

On Handcounts

Ignorance, it turns out, isn’t bliss.

Biden Pardons Federal and DC Marijuana Users

A small but positive step.

Texas Passes New Immigration Law

Billions for a wall plus a likely showdown with the feds.

Today in Absurd Rationalizations

Blood poisoning edition.

Trump’s Outrageous Statements Helpful With Republican Base

Shocking if unsurprising poll results.

Thursday Evening Tabs

Lie down with dogs you get up with fleas edition.

Comparing Trump to Hitler

The coiner of Godwin’s law gives his blessing.

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Voter Fraud Again Proves to be Rare

Even when it is focused on.

Headline Reaction

Political things are inherently political part the millionth.

Why Trump Will Almost Certainly Stay On The Colorado Primary Ballot

A few predictions that are going to disappoint just about everyone.

Colorado Supremes Ban Trump for Insurrection

A historic ruling likely to be overturned.

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Biden Approval at Record Low

He’s at 61 percent disapproval in the lastest Monmouth poll.

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What Role Have “Gifts” Played In Keeping Justice Thomas On The Supreme Court?

Might not be bribery, but it’s still exerting influence.

Fake Nikki Haley Boomlet Continues

The media’s favorite Republican is doing better in some polls than the other candidates losing to Trump.

Immigration Roiling Politics Globally

Those seeking to escape the global south are facing resistance from DC to London to Paris.

Trump Doubles Down on Fascism

The Republican frontrunner continues to use Hitler’s language, praise dictators, and lionize traitors.

Senate Approves Back Pay For Delayed Military Promotions

Doing the right thing after doing the wrong thing.

The Limits of Ideology

John Fetterman says he’s not a progressive.

Republicans Start Biden Impeachment Inquiry

A shameful farce.

Transgender Teachers Suing Florida Over Pronoun Restrictions

The inevitable pushback against the pushback has begun.

New York Gerrymander May Be Back

A never-ending saga of politicians choosing their voters.

Supreme Court to Hear Trump Immunity Case

The highest court has agreed to expedite a ruling on a novel question.

Thoughts on the US Presidential Primary System

The system isn’t very good.

Privacy, Politics, and Porn

The theory of the Internet clashes with its reality.

A Footnote to the McCarthy Resignation

McHenry has no more terms to give to his country.

Lesser-Known Candidates for President

Vermin Supreme and Paperboy Love Prince have as good a chance as Vivek Ramaswamy.

Hunter Biden Indicted for Tax Fraud

He faces up to 17 years in prison.

The Last of the Young Guns

We won’t have Kevin to kick around any more.

Tuberville (Mostly) Ends Military Promotion Hold

400-plus general and flag officer promotions went through almost instantaneously.

The Nikki Haley Comet

The anti-Trump forces are rallying around the former South Carolina governor and UN ambassador.

Liberal Professors Fleeing Florida

The DeSantis crackdown on academic freedom is having its desired effect.

DeLusional

The headline wrote itself.

George Santos Expelled

The serial fabulist becomes an ignominious footnote.

Kevin McCarthy Likely to Leave Congress

The unworkable Republican caucus is about to get less workable.

Why Americans Are So Anxious About Inflation

Prices are way up, even though the CPI is back under control.

American Doctor Told He’s No Longer a Citizen

A bureaucratic nightmare.

Dozens Quitting Congress

Take this job and shove it. I ain’t workin’ here no more.

This is Fascistic

Another sad data point about current politics.

Dean Phillips to Focus on White House Bid, Will not Seek Re-election to House

More importantly, comments on challenges to incumbent presidents.

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Americans No Longer Believe in the American Dream

Most no longer believe it’s possible to get ahead through hard work.

Six Swing States

America’s weird system for choosing Presidents keeps getting weirder.

I Guess He Will Back Down

Turns out there is an easy way out.