The week was dominated by a typically vitriolic, partisan shouting match over a report on torture during the Bush administration. Happy Holidays! Republicans claimed it was a Democratic hatchet job and refused to endorse the report except for a few … Continue reading
Category Archives: Politics as Usual
Well, that didn’t take long. After the Republican sweep became apparent some Pollyanna pundits and pols opined that it would usher in a new spirit of cooperation. Channelling Mr. Spock, they argued it was only logical. Obama wants a legacy … Continue reading
One of the great old Gershwin songs says, “They’re writing songs of love, but not for me. A lucky star’s above, but not for me.” This matches the mood of much of the electorate as the midterm vote arrives. The … Continue reading