Posts Tagged ‘2010’
BILBO: Every Democrat Should be Thankful for Bill Halter
Tyler Bilbo, Yellow Dog Democrat
Blanche Lincoln’s vulnerability transcends the ideological preferences of Arkansas’s conservative electorate. For the sake of keeping Lincoln’s seat in Democratic hands, Bill Halter cannot afford to feed into an ideological dichotomy that distracts voters from Lincoln’s corrupt presence in Washington. Even if Halter does play into this liberal vs. conservative game, however, his primary will ultimately help Lincoln by making her appear more conservative in the general election.
BARON: What Progressive Strategy?
Noah Baron, Religious Progressive
I would much rather have one more moderate Democrat in the Senate and a Democratic majority than a failed progressive Democratic candidate, and no majority at all.
McCAFFREY: High Speed to Rubio 2010
Kathleen McCaffrey, Libertarian
Obama’s odd paradox of saving money amidst a record federal deficit and unnecessary high-speed rail proposals should make Marco Rubio’s job easier in 2010.
HOLLINSHEAD: A To-Do List for Obama, Dems
Kevin Hollinshead, Progressive
If an anti-reform Republican was able to win the seat of universal health care’s greatest champion, what do this November and November of 2012 hold for Democrats? Unless the Obama administration shakes things up, they’re on thin ice.
ROGERS: They Forgot Poland – Now Terrorism, Too?
Conor J Rogers, Republican
In failing to swiftly respond to the attempted Christmas bombing, Obama missed his first chance to redefine what it means to be an anti-terror Democrat.
MARIN: Stimulus Bashing – The GOP’s Best Weapon in 2010
by Paul Marin, Liberal Republican
In the context of double-digit unemployment that is unlikely to significantly decrease by election day 2010, stimulus bashing, if wielded properly, can become a potent political tool for the GOP.
ROGERS: The Best, The Worst & The Rest of the Decade in Politics
From impressive comebacks, humiliating let downs, memorable quotes and big surprises, here’s a look at some of the decades most notable people and events.
ROGERS: Obama’s Presidency Meets Dukakis – In the Tank
Obama better hope things change by 2012, or we might end up with a new President we can believe in.
BILBO: The Political Geography of ‘Palin Politics’
Sarah Palin’s unique appeal to Western and Southern voters will assist the GOP in 2010.
PANDYA: Grand Ol’ Strategies for 2010
Why the recent Republican victories do not guarantee victory in 2010 (and how they can).
Floyd: Obama’s Stake in Paterson’s Reelection
Has the President put himself and the Democrats on the political defensive in 2010 by asking New York Governor Paterson to not seek reelection?
BILBO: Senate 2010 – Not So Fast, GOP.
Despite the favorable environment, Republicans may not even net a single seat in the Senate.
CARPENTER: 2010 Is Not Guaranteed for the GOP
Obama’s poll numbers and support for health care reform might be falling, but that doesn’t mean the Republican Party can expect to win in 2010.
MEYER: Obama’s Broken Promises
Cynthia Meyer, Staff Writer
Ideology: Conservative | Writing from: Austin, TX
The top five broken promises of the Obama Administration.
It is now over six months into President Obama’s term. Has he [...]
ROGERS: Here Comes Sarah
Conor Rogers, Editor-In-Chief
Ideology: Republican | Writing From: Nantucket, MA
Sarah Palin is not the same brand of Republican as I – nor would she be my pick for President in 2012. [...]