Open Revolt at the Democratic Party Convention in NH

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During Debbie Wasserman-Schultz's speech at the New Hampshire Deocratic Party's convention was interrupted by what looks like a fair number of people calling for more debates in the upcoming Presidential season. It *is* in New Hampshire, where Bernie Sanders is doing really well, but still, I'm delighted with the pushback against ms. Wasserman-Schultz who looks pretty lackluster from here. I don't feel strongly about more debates -- especially since the media is treating the GOP ones like the damned WWF. Take a look:

The Weekly Addresses

In this week's address, the President discussed the significant progress we have made in our economy since the financial crisis seven years ago this week, and the steps we can take to build on that momentum and strengthen the economy for the long term. As a guest host for the Governor’s weekly message, Delaware Economic Development Office Director Bernice Whaley highlights ongoing efforts to promote job growth and support business development in the First State.
Friday Open Thread [9.18.2015]

Friday Open Thread [9.18.2015]

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Joe Biden “may have more time to make up his mind about running for president than most people assume,” Politico reports. “Various deadlines have been floated: End of summer, Oct. 1, the first Democratic debate on Oct. 13, the Iowa Jefferson-Jackson dinner Oct. 24. But none of these is looking like a hard deadline. Neither are any of the cutoff dates for getting his name on state ballots. … It turns out that instead of simply deciding yes or no on a presidential run, Biden may have a third option — make no announcement at all, wait until December (or longer) and hope Clinton gets out of the race or is pushed to the sidelines without him having to get in.”
Thursday Open Thread [9.17.2015]

Thursday Open Thread [9.17.2015]

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Jeb Bush says his brother kept us safe. Well, except that one time when 3,000 Americans were killed. Well, except that one time when he lied to create a war and then 4,486 Americans died and 1 million Americans were gravely injured. Well, except that one time when he let the city of New Orleans drown.
State GOP Gives Sussex Republican Committee A Spanking Over Disparaging Remarks About Women

State GOP Gives Sussex Republican Committee A Spanking Over Disparaging Remarks About Women

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Wonder if these "rules" will apply to Dem women? Here's the Delaware Republican Party statement:
Newark, DE: Delaware Republican Party Chairman Charlie Copeland has issued the following statement regarding the release of disturbing audio tapes in which Sussex County GOP officials make offensive comments about women leaders in the Delaware Republican Party and about women in general: The recent release of audio recordings by DelawareRight.com in which Sussex County Republican leaders take aim at leaders of the Delaware Federation of Republican Women and the Sussex County Republican Women are offensive and counter to the fundamental beliefs of the Republican Party.
Townsend Is In!

Townsend Is In!

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Received this just awhile ago:
Dear Friends, Today, I ask for your support as I announce my campaign to represent Delaware in Congress.  Delaware faces a significant challenge: rebuilding an economy that works for all Delawareans and that reverses the inequality spreading across America. That’s why our campaign will champion policies that grow and strengthen the middle class, provide every child with an opportunity to succeed, promote equal justice in the criminal justice system, and ensure retirement security for our seniors. Four years ago, I was joined by students, community leaders, and neighbors in a grassroots campaign for the Delaware State Senate. Although some doubted our prospects, Delawareans like you showed they’d back a candidate who reaches out, listens, and will always do the right thing for Delaware, even when it’s the hard thing.
Guest Post: Crossroads Wants to Tell Its Own Story

Guest Post: Crossroads Wants to Tell Its Own Story

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Crossroads and its principals have been much in the news recently and subject of a recent post here. Since Crossroads was not contacted in the recent post here, I offered them the chance to tell their story, themselves. That is the guest post from Alberta Crowley that follows. I'm also going to be clear that I know that Crossroads is doing incredible work with a population that is never well served -- urban poor kids with mental health and addiction issues. They've certainly had their problems -- with recent unethical behavior and with a long-running tug-of-war with the state over resources to serve these kids. I'm interested in helping these kids and the people who do -- which is why I'm posting Crossroads story here.