Contradicting Yourself
Sometimes, pundits make a point that’s just silly. Sometimes, they make a point that contradicts facts and reality. Sometimes, it gets so bad they contradict themselves in the same paper at the same time....
Ken Is Speaking Blog
Jack and Bobby
A television show that uses the allure of a future President to put a teenage-drama spin on liberal political themes already expressed in other Thomas Schlamme productions, such as The West Wing and Studio 60.
Polling Idiocy
According to a local New Mexico news station, a congressman trails his opponent, 51%-45%. However, the way report that polling is a little idiotic.
Working for Congress Is Hardly Worth It
As insular as DC can be to outsiders, those who criticize Hill staffers have no idea that Capitol Hill is one of the hardest places to find work. And for the lucky few, it’s also one of the stingiest employers in the country.
News Digest: July 2010
All the news that is fit to print may not all be worth commenting on, but are still worth noting. Hence, the first of many “news digests”.
Jefferson’s Revolution
In 234 years, our declaration for independence has been celebrated – and misinterpreted – by activists of all political stripes.
Where Are Obama’s Aspirations?
I share in Kevin Drum’s Obama Schizophrenia, but I’ve had it for quite a long time.
The Kos/R2K Scandal
After Strategy Vision’s collapse under scrutiny, the reputable Research 2000 firm is under fire after an analysis reveals a high degree of improbablility associated with their results.