Content Published on Feb 01, 2012 - Politics
- One Republican's Support for the Buffett RuleMost republicans heard president Obama's state of the union address and bristled at mention of the Buffett rule to raise taxes on the wealthy. Well, I'm a republican and I agree with the president on this one.
- The GOP's Mormon QuestionWill Mitt Romney's religion affect Republican voters?
- Ron Paul WinsEditorial illustrating how Ron Paul has already won by disseminating a message and challenging establishment orthdoxy.
- Straight About GaysIf we're really serious about getting out of this economic mess, we'd quit wasting time on the bigotry directed at gays. Let them live up to their full potential just as heterosexuals are encouraged to do.
- Can Romney Lose After Such a Big Win?In light of his amazing win in Florida, Romney's own words could cause him to lose in the eyes of Americans.Also published on:
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- Catholic Groups Oppose Birth Control Coverage: Isn't Planned Parenthood the Best Kind?Should birth control be covered by insurance?
- Gov. Snyder Sends Financial Review Team to Muskegon Heights Public SchoolsGov. Rick Snyder has sent an official financial review team to analyze the Muskegon Heights Public Schools, according to reports on Tuesday.
- Reality TV Democracy and the Road to TyrannyWe've turned politics into a performance art and politicians into entertainers, so that what matters is not how our leaders approach complicated problems, but how they squeeze solutions into 30-second sound bites.
- Goonie Gone Bad: Plimpton Attacks SantorumActress Martha Plimpton thinks you care about her opinion on the presidential campaign and the abortion debate.
- Thinking Out Loud - Obama to Streamline Government, Power Grab or Disaster Waiting to Happen?The President has been making many moves to change but his end game is anything but obvious. Does he want to make changes because he's expected to, because he believes in them or because he wants to consolidate power?
- 4 Ways Chicagoans Are Paying in 2012Chicagoans are used to paying a lot in city fees and travel, but 2012 will only bring fare hikes and increased prices. Find out what you will be paying more for this year.
- Mitt Romney Overcomes Obstacles to Win in Florida PrimaryThe Florida primary was held on Jan. 31, with Mitt Romney taking a decisive victory over rival Newt Gingrich, and other Republican candidates. Here is how Mitt Romney was able to overcome obstacles to almost seal his fate as the Republican Party nominee.Also published on:
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- Why Ron Paul May Ultimately Sink the 2012 Election for the GOPWith it looking less and less likely that he will win the nomination, Paul is likely to pose a big problem for the political party.Also published on:
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- On the Frontline of Romney’s Win of the Florida PrimaryMitt Romney wins the Florida primary. Romney’s victory was apparent after only 63 percent of the precincts had reported. This was a win for Romney and a win for Florida’s controversial decision to hold early primaries.Also published on:
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- It's Not Over Until Newt Gingrich SingsIn what sounded more like a victory speech, a second place Newt Gingrich pronounced, “It is now clear, this will be a two person race between the conservative leader Newt Gingrich and the Massachusetts moderate.”Also published on:
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- Eye. Heart. UWith the election approaching, I think we need to be reminded of a few things...
- End of the Tea Party?What Mitt Romney’s Florida win means for the long term viability of the conservative movementAlso published on:
- Decentralized Dance Party Meets Occupy Portland at the Hawthorne BridgeThe Decentralized Dance Party in Portland unintentionally became a merged party with Occupy Portland as Occupiers decide last-minute to hold a solidarity march starting at the same time and place as DDP.Also published on:
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- My America Has DisappearedGrowing up the 70s and 80s, I never knew I was on the precipice of great changes in our nation. Some of these changes, however, have been for the worst, not the best. I've looked around and found that the American I grew up in has all but disappeared.
- President Obama Refuses to Appear in Georgia CourtRefusing to appear and answer questions concerning his eligibility to the citizens and voters of Georgia, the President once again demonstrates an attitude of being above the law.Also published on:
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- I’m Sick of the Whiners!Is greed more evil than envy?
- Browser Hijackers and Digital DNAThis article describes some dangers of the Internet. 10 years ago computer users got problems with Spyware. We still have these problems.
- Why the Right Wing Needs Ron PaulWhy Newt and Mitt are not the right men for the job.
- Why Moderates Don’t Win the PresidencyA look at the history of Moderate Republican Candidates for the Presidency.
- There is Something More Wrong in Our Country Than Just PoliticsPresident Obama declared, "There is nothing wrong with our country. There is something wrong with our politics." He is right! “There is something wrong with our politics,” but there is something more wrong in our country than just politics.
- NBA: In Review (II)Describe to me, what an NBA season should consist of. Is there a "Love Machine" involved? I hope so!
- A Reckless Foreign Policy: A New Way of Thinking RequiredRepublicans embrace Bush’s foreign policy and Reagan’s principle of peace through strength; Obama and Congress are apparently on the same page; Admiral Mullen, Ron Paul and Dennis Kucinich are sounding the alarm against such a reckless foreign policy.
- Romneycare: It's Worth Getting Upset AboutRick Santorum and Mitt Romney had an informative exchange on healthcare during the recent presidential debate in Florida. Sorry Mitt, but your signature piece of legislation is worth getting upset about.