Steele's RNC Race Gets Personal
Incumbent RNC chairman Michael Steele's close ties with challengers Reince Priebus and Saul Anuzis could have a major impact on the race. Incumbent RNC chairman Michael Steele and Wisconsin state chair Reince Priebus used to be close allies, but as they sat beside one another on stage at the RNC …Who Speaks for American Workers?
In the debate over immigration reform, the interests of one important group seem to be missing from the discussion. The Wall Street Journal editorial page explains why it believes Republicans and Democrats can agree on an immigration deal: Immigration reform should in theory be possible as …Why the GOP's Repeal Vote Is a Political Win
As voters are exposed to Obamacare's worst features, the repeal vote will be a reminder that the Dems own political responsibility for the disastrous bill. The House has scheduled a vote to repeal Obamacare for January 12, 2011. This is a wise move. First, Republicans promised that they …What's at Stake in the Filibuster Fight
Having experienced a setback in 2010, "progressives" are trying to reach for more power and at the top of their to-do list is weakening the filibuster. Frustrated by the fact that Republicans were able to use the filibuster to block or temper numerous "progressive" power grabs during the first two …Time's Running Out to Fix Obamacare's Flaws
Republicans seem to have calculated that it's better to have "Obamacare" as an issue in 2012 than to tinker with improvements in 2011. What happened to repeal and replace? The GOP has advanced a 2-page bill to repeal the Democratic health reform of 2010. That bill will likely pass the House and …The Coming State Budget Crunch
With the House focused on repealing health reform, another problem is going unnoticed: the large number of states having trouble paying their bills. The House of Representatives under its new leadership is going to charge into 2011 looking to undo much of the Obama administration’s legislative …Canada's Forgotten Warriors
Soldiers of aboriginal blood have served valiantly for Canada in all of her wars. Yet their contributions have often been overlooked or forgotten. As a new year begins, what better time to recall soldiers of aboriginal blood, who have served valiantly for Canada in all of our wars and campaigns. …
House GOP Reveals Health Care Repeal Bill
Courtesy of Jake Tapper, we have our first look at the Republican bill to repeal the Democratic healthcare reform. Courtesy of Jake Tapper, here's the link to the Republican bill to repeal the Democratic healthcare reform. Call it "Plan A." And after it goes nowhere, Republicans will need a …Tucker and Grover End Bitter Feud
Tucker Carlson and Grover Norquist's co-hosting of the RNC chair debate Monday may signal the end of a legendary long-time feud. Many years ago, Tucker Carlson “accidentally” poured a Bloody Mary onto Grover Norquist’s head from above him on a raised platform. This Monday, in what might …