Republicans Save The Light Bulb
Congressional Republicans got a major concession as price for averting a government shutdown: saving the incandescent light bulb, at least now.
How Can Newt Gingrich Possibly Live Down His Past?
It’s hard to see how Newt Gingirch can remain a viable candidate given his past
Cash For Clunkers Was A Boondoggle From The Start
It was clear from the start that “Cash For Clunkers” was a bad idea.
Americans Not Buying What Either Political Party Is Selling
Neither political party is resonating with the public right now, and neither is acting in the manner the public would like.
Welcome To This Month’s Edition Of Congressional Dysfunction
FEMA is about to run out of money, but don’t worry your Congressman is getting his vacation time in.
S&P Debt Downgrade Leads To Same Old Washington Blame Game
The immediate reaction among the political class to the debt downgrade was the play the same old stupid games.
Most Hated Congress Ever
The job approval numbers for Congress are at historic lows, but will that matter in 2012?
July Jobs Report Better Than Expected, But Still Not Very Good
There is little to cheer in the jobs report released by the Labor Department today.
Ridiculous, Disgusting, and Stupid: The Public Weighs In On The Debt Negotiations
The reviews are in on the debt negotiations, and the public isn’t happy.
The Next Capitol Hill Battle: The Gas Tax
You thought you’d seen the worst of Congress in July? Oh, you silly American you.
Who Wins If There’s No Debt Deal?
The idea that the GOP can block a debt ceiling vote and benefit politically is, quite simply, absurd.
Debt Ceiling Concerns: Much Ado about Nothing?
Should we assume that a deal will eventually be struck and simply stop paying attention to the debt ceiling debate?
Dayton Surrenders in Minnesota Shutdown
Mark Dayton is willing to give in to key Republican demands to end a two-week shutdown. Will it be enough?
Obama Walks Out of Talks Saying ‘Don’t Call My Bluff’
President Obama has walked out of negotiations on the debt ceiling with an agreement is nowhere in sight.
Tim Pawlenty: Michele Bachmann Hasn’t Really Accomplished Much In Congress
Tim Pawlenty took aim at Michele Bachmann yesterday but will he keep up the attack?
Republicans Ready To Punt On Ryan Plan’s Medicare Changes?
Republicans seem to have realized that the Ryan Plan’s Medicare reforms aren’t going anywhere.
Public Supports Budget Deal, But Not Much Else
Two new polls show that the public supports the budget deal, but has no idea what to do to solve our long term problems.
Budget Deal Postmortem: Who Won?, Who Lost?, Does It Matter?
What, if anything, does the budget deal mean for the future?
In The End, It Really Was All About That Planned Parenthood Rider
As yesterday’s budget negotiations began, the GOP had a choice – appease the base, or make a deal. They made the right choice.
Presidential Shutdown Propaganda via OPM?
Agency heads are pleading President Obama’s case in advance of a shutdown.
Sesame Street, Pakistan: Your Tax Dollars at Work
The Federal government is funding a Pakistan version of Sesame Street for $20 million.
A Brief History Of Federal Government Shutdowns
History tells us that if there is a shutdown tonight, it will most likely be a short one.
Dump Trash at Boehner’s Place
Why in the hell are Federal taxpayers footing the bill for residential trash collection in DC?
Cynical Political Games, Military Pay, And Government Shutdowns
For the past day or so, America’s fighting men have been pawns in a cynical political game.
Thoughts on the Likely Government Shutdown
A government shutdown is not just a hypothetical in a debating contest. It will affect real people.
