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Cherry-picking Smaller Government?

You can't claim to be for small government if you support legislation which increases the size or scope of government, period. I had a nice conversation today with one of my more conservative friends, centered around the Health Care Reform Bill that's being tossed about the Senate over the weekend. And while ...

The Next NY Senator Should Be…

ith all of the speculation of Hillary going to the State Department, the question of who would replace her has become a hot topic. I don't think she's going (despite all the buzz), but if she does, I want to lay down who should be the next Senator. Now, I'm inclined ...

Hey Joe, where you going with that petition in your hand?

You've got no arms left. -- Yes I have. -- Look! -- Just a flesh wound. So, a Republican-friendly vote is feared lost in the Senate on Tuesday as Lamont defeats Lieberman and the alarms sound for incumbents who've supported the administration's Iraq policies and are facing challenges this November from ...

Suport the troops, send them to Congress!

An amazing number of veterans are intent on taking command. It's reported that there are 95 veterans, many from Iraq and Afghanistan, running for seats and hoping to get elected to the House or Senate in 2006. A small majority (estimated 55 to 40) are running as Democrats, but the reasoning ...

Senate says “No” to drilling in Alaska… again!

While Big Oil and Business go toe to toe with Environmentalists, I say this issue should be a no-brainer for everyone. I'm no fan of the Oil Industry, nor am I a tree-hugger (they just aren't so fun to cuddle with)--but it seems to me there's a simple way of looking ...