Stupid 2024 Fantasies

The silly season has commenced a mite early.

January 6th Yeah But-ism

Yes the riots were a disgrace but the Democrats . . . .

If It Was an Insurrection, Why Hasn’t Anyone Been Charged with ‘Insurrection’?

It doesn’t matter what I believe. It only matters what I can prove.

Biden’s January 6 Anniversary Speech

A necessary but likely irrelevant gesture.

Still no evidence of widespread voter fraud in the 2020 election

After more than a year and countless investigations into election fraud, the big lie continues to be a big lie

Capitol Riot: One Year Later

A roundup of reflection on a somber anniversary.

Are Americans Over January 6?

A new poll offers mixed results.

Mayberry and White America

When life doesn’t imitate art.

The Big Lie is Working

A majority of Americans are less than sure that Biden won the 2020 election.

Pandemic, Trauma, and Identity

There’s something happening here. But what it is ain’t exactly clear.

Abbott and the Border Wall

The governor of Texas vows to finish what Trump started.

Could Trump Face Criminal Charges for January 6 Actions?

The head of the House investigatory committee seems to think so.

Christmas Eve Tabs

Gotta make space for all the new tabs that we are going to get for Christmas!

President Joe Biden delivers remarks on ending the war in Afghanistan, Tuesday, August 31, 2021, in front of the Cross Hall of the White House. (Official White House Photo by Adam Schultz) President Joe Biden delivers remarks on ending the war in Afghanistan, Tuesday, August 31, 2021, in front of the Cross Hall of the White House. (Official White House Photo by Adam Schultz)

Biden: Yes, I’ll Run Again

With an obvious but important caveat.

Washington State Senator Dies of Covid-19

Opponent of vaccine mandates succumbs to Covid-19.

End of the Week Tabs

Some stories of possible interest.

Biden’s 2024 Deadline

The clock is ticking.

Warren’s Argument for Court Packing

It’s not compelling.

January 6 vs BLM Riots

Shockingly, they’re not remotely equivalent.

Revisiting Stacey Abrams’ Nonconcession

Assessing her actions in 2018 in light of 2020 and onward.

The Divide Within Our Parties is Almost as Wide as that Between Them

Pew’s new typology shows the diversity of both US political parties.

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Vigilante Politics

We’re likely to see more instances like the Capitol Riot and the Kyle Rittenhouse shootings.

Trump Leads Biden in Meaningless Poll

We’re three short years from the next election.

Bob Dole, 1923-2021

The longtime Senator and Vice Presidential and Presidential nominee is gone at 98.

The Phony-Tough and Crazy-Brave

Violence, masculinity, and American politics.

SCOTUS Could Overturn Roe

Oral arguments on the biggest abortion case in decades will be heard today.

Esper Suing DoD Over Book Redactions

Trump’s last Secretary of Defense is being stymied by preclearance review.

Unsurprising Headline is Unsurprising

Yet again, Mike Lindell show what a fraud he is.

Disparate Sentencing of Capitol Rioters

A pattern is emerging.

President Joe Biden delivers remarks before signing the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, Monday, November 15, 2021, on the South Lawn of the White House. (Official White House Photo by Cameron Smith) President Joe Biden delivers remarks before signing the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, Monday, November 15, 2021, on the South Lawn of the White House. (Official White House Photo by Cameron Smith)

Biden Preparing for 2024 Run

Will America re-elect an 82-year-old to the White House?

Rittenhouse, Competence, and Crusade

A contrast in styles.

Infrastructure Politics

Politicians gonna politician, but still…

Where Do the Republicans Go From Here?

This man is the face of the post-Trump party.

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The Middle Ain’t Woke

The average American is neither progressive nor all that interested in politics.

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Trump, the GOP, and Stochastic Terrorism

A conversation in two parts.

DC Circuit Delays Trump Paper Release

The matter of Executive Privilege and former Presidents is settled law.

Buttigieg and Critical Road Theory

Mayor Pete is being mocked for telling obvious truths.

Minority Power in the Senate

Senator Romney and the latest edition of the senatorial pro-filibuster op/ed.

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Election Results Validate Everyone’s Priors

Too woke! Not woke enough!

Youngkin, GOP Sweep Virginia

It’s usually more effective to run for something rather than against someone.

Democrats Have Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day

Running against Trump didn’t work this year.

Most Politics Is National

Tip O’Neil’s famous saying hasn’t been true in a long, long time.

Washington Post 6 January Report

A massive investigation into the Capitol riot looks at what came before, during, and after.

Red Dog Saloon in Jarbidge. At least we know the Internet is available in Jarbidge. The saloon was closed. The Outdoor Inn was open, but will close down on Halloween. The next day the Red Dog Saloon will be opened for the winter season. Apparently there's not enough staff to run both businesses simultaneously. The owner of these establishments is the cook at the Outdoor Inn and he has lived in Jarbidge his entire life. Red Dog Saloon in Jarbidge. At least we know the Internet is available in Jarbidge. The saloon was closed. The Outdoor Inn was open, but will close down on Halloween. The next day the Red Dog Saloon will be opened for the winter season. Apparently there's not enough staff to run both businesses simultaneously. The owner of these establishments is the cook at the Outdoor Inn and he has lived in Jarbidge his entire life.

‘Let’s Go Brandon’ Isn’t Going Away

A sign of our times.

President Joe Biden delivers remarks on the passing of the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, Tuesday, August 10, 2021, in the East Room of the White House. (Official White House Photo by Adam Schultz) President Joe Biden delivers remarks on the passing of the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, Tuesday, August 10, 2021, in the East Room of the White House. (Official White House Photo by Adam Schultz)

President Charlie Brown

Joe Biden has bet his presidency on a caucus that may simply be irreconcilable.

Mort Sahl, 1927-2021

The first modern stand-up comedian has died at 94.

Rolling Stone Implies Congressmen Abetted 6 January Violence

A vague but inflammatory report sheds little light on the situation.

Quote of the Week, Electoral Fraud Edition

The MyPillow Guy went down to Bama…

Colin Powell, 1937-2021

The trailblazing soldier-statesman has died at 84.