We Dodged That Bullet

We always knew Obama was smart and sometimes we got confirmation in unexpected ways: As you know, Plouffe’s book offers the fascinating revelation that just before the South Carolina primary,…

Blame McCain For Palin

Andrew Sullivan points out something obvious that has been missed. McCain was the one who brought Sarah Palin into the spotlight - she owes all her recent success in enriching…

It’s Easter Break, you Heathen!

News from downstate is often hard to come by, and political news all the more. So apparently Sussex County Councilwoman Joan Deaver upset the applecart a bit recently when she suggested that the spring break around the Easter holiday be called "Spring Break" instead of "Easter Break." As is their practice, right wing conservative Christians were outraged.

Christie at UD Games.

I have season tickets to Blue Hens Football games at the University of Delaware. So does the new Republican Governor-elect of the State of New Jersey, which perhaps explains the…

Health Care Reform Polling

Two new polls are out from CNN and ABC/Washington Post that find that the country, as it has been for months, is split on the current healthcare reform plans before…

Jason pens a letter to the News Journal….

I am sure you are all wondering what Jason330's reaction to the recent poll numbers showing Beau Biden leading Mike Castle by 5 points. Apparently, he fired off a letter to the editor containing his response to the News Journal. I doubt they will print it, but I will.