Michele Bachmann’s McCarthyite Crusade Against Huma Abedin And Other Muslims

Michele Bachmann and several other Members of Congress are engaging in the despicable tactics of Joe McCarthy.

Republicans Win Weiner’s Seat, Hold Heller’s

Businessman Bob Turner (R) defeated state Assemblyman David Weprin (D) in the special election for the House seat held by former New York Rep. Anthony Weiner (D). State Sen. Mark Amodei (R) beat state Treasurer Kate Marshall (D) in a special election for the House seat left open by Sen. Dean Heller (R), who was appointed to replace Sen. John Ensign (R).

Irene Lived Up to the Hype: Nate Silver

The very question is rather dubious.

What’s Wrong With Political Reporting?

Political journalists aren’t like you and me. Well, you, anyway.

Debt Deal Winners and Losers

Now that America’s political leadership have probably averted a self-inflicted global economic calamity, it’s time to assess the winners and losers.

OTB Caption Contest Winners

The Just A Minaret Edition OTB Caption ContestTM is now over.

OTB Caption Contest Winners

The Get Thee To Nineveh Edition OTB Caption ContestTM is now over.

Obama Impersonator Tells Racist Jokes at Republican Conference

I’ve been arguing for years that what the Republican Party needs is to embrace its crazies and play more to racist elements in its base. It looks like someone’s listening.

Why Weiner?

Good riddance to Anthony Weiner. But what makes him so special?

Anthony Weiner To Resign From Congress

Our long national nightmare is nearly over.

Anthony Weiner Action Figure

A company called Hero Builders is offering this for sale

Weiner Admits Messaging with 17-Year-Old Girl

Where’s the line when a public figure interacts with a teenage fan?

In Wake Of Weiner, Fewer Congressional Tweets

Perhaps understandably, the Anthony Weiner incident seems to have caused some politicians to rethink their Twitter strategy.

Mayor Alec Baldwin?

Actor Alec Baldwin may run for mayor of New York.

Anthony Weiner’s Wife is Pregnant

Anthony Weiner’s wife, Huma Abedin, is several weeks pregnant and desperately trying to salvage their marriage and his career.

Tim Pawlenty’s Fiscal Plan: Too Good To Be True

Tim Pawlenty’s new fiscal plan isn’t very grounded in reality.

Democrats Turning on Weiner

Never popular with his colleagues, Anthony Weiner may now be the least liked Member.

The Odd American Obsession With Political Sex Scandals

The Anthony Weiner reveals once again the odd American obsession with the intersection of sex and politics.

Should We Care About Anthony Weiner’s Wiener?

So, Anthony Weiner is a lying dick. Does it matter?

OTB Caption Contest Winners

The Spoonerisms Edition OTB Caption ContestTM is now over.

Anthony Weiner Apologizes For “Inappropriate Relationships,” Will Not Resign

After a week of denial, New York Congressman Anthony Weiner admitted today that he had engaged in online relationships with several women.

Anthony Weiner: Too Sexy For His Shirt

So, I walk by the office television set and the above picture of a shirtless man, allegedly New York Congressman Anthony Weiner, filled the screen.

U.S. v. John Edwards: Both Sides Are Rolling The Dice

Both sides in the John Edwards case are heading into uncharted territory.

Is Rep. Anthony Weiner Guilty Or Just Very, Very Stupid?

It’s just about time to schedule the piteous press conference.

Breitbart Used Mind Control On Rep. Anthony Wiener

And the KosKids have the proof!

Should Trump Be Fired From ‘Apprentice’?

Donald Trump is waiting to announce whether he’s running for president until after taping of “The Apprentice” concludes. Some thing NBC shouldn’t allow him to wait.

Debt Ceiling Vote Will Be The GOP’s First Test

Freshman Members of Congress are threatening to block a vote to raise the debt ceiling that Congress will have to take by this Spring. They’d be irresponsible if they did so.

Obama’s Tax Cut Compromise: Masterful Politics, Or A Fatal Cave-In?

President Obama is already taking heat from the left for his compromise on tax cut extensions, but will it actually hurt him in the end?

Congressmen, or Six Year Olds ?

The United States Congress is starting to resemble a grade-school playground.

Alito: Not True