Saturday Open Thread [11.21.15]

Saturday Open Thread [11.21.15]

David Atkins:
A bunch of Democrats who foolishly listened to Steve Israel seem to have wildly underestimated how pissed off the progressive base is over the Syrian refugees vote. There will be opportunities to make amends, though. This fight isn't over by a long shot.
Indeed, I am sure John Carney is a little taken aback by the outrage pointed in his direction. David speaks of opportunities to make amends. On the Refugee Bill, to even begin to heal this rift, the first, but not last, step is for all of them to sustain the veto. And of course, Senators Coons and Carper will be well advised to not repeat Carney's mistake. They must filibuster.
With No Sense of Irony, Christine O’Donnell says the FEC suit against her is a “Witch Hunt”

With No Sense of Irony, Christine O’Donnell says the FEC suit against her is a “Witch Hunt”

Our favorite local Sarah Palin, failed 2010 GOP Senate candidate Christine O'Donnell, says that the FEC lawsuit alleging that she illegally used campaign donations for personal expenses is actually a "witch hunt" and that she can't get a new attorney in Delaware because they are being intimidated.
She is also having trouble hiring a local attorney, she said, claiming that at least three lawyers she has talked to have received phone calls warning of "political backlash" if they represent her. Her former local attorney, Richard Abbott, withdrew last month, saying he hasn't been paid for his services.
Really???! Well surely these attorneys will swear out affidavits under oath supporting this shocking allegation! Yeah not so much.
Markell Scores High in Latest Polling

Markell Scores High in Latest Polling

Governor Jack Markell has a 61% approval rating. 25% disapprove. He is the third most popular Democratic Governor, after Minnesota's Mark Dayton and West Virginia's Earl Ray Tomblin, and the 12th most popular in the country.

The Weekly Addresses

In this week's address, the Vice President speaks to his and the President’s commitment to protecting our country from terrorists, while also providing refuge to some of the world’s most vulnerable people. In his weekly message, Governor Markell recognizes the significant economic progress we’ve made in the six years since the Delaware City Refinery closed its doors.
Guest Post: Presents from Robbie

Guest Post: Presents from Robbie

This was first posted to Facebook by Jim Westhoff, whose family (featuring the amazing Robbie) started this Secret Santa effort last year.  I've posted the entire text of Jim's post…
Desperately Seeking MVP Candidates!

Desperately Seeking MVP Candidates!

It's that time of year again! Time to nominate those who were Most Valuable to the Progressive Cause in Delaware in 2015.  Here is the main rule: You must submit your rationale along with your nomination.  The nominee doesn't even have to be a progressive, Christine O'Donnell won one year for the sh*tstorm she unleashed on the Rethuglican Party. In the last two years, the winners ended up coming from your nominations.  While I have a few names, including a tentative #1, your suggestions will, to a large extent, determine the names on the list. Nominations close on Friday, December 11, with the list being published sometime around Christmas. Have at it!
Friday Open Thread [11.20.15]

Friday Open Thread [11.20.15]

Donald Trump “was repeatedly asked to explain the difference between requiring Muslims to enter their information into a database and making Jewish people register in Nazi Germany,” MSNBC reports. He responded four times by saying, “You tell me.” Alright, Herr Trump, I'll tell you. There is no difference.
Rubio one-ups Trump’s fascism

Rubio one-ups Trump’s fascism

I presume Marco Rubio means to close down places like the Westboro Baptist Church, Redstate.com and the NRA with his plans to close down places where "radicals are begin inspired."
Fox News' Megyn Kelly Asked Rubio about Trump's statement that the U.S. may need to close mosques. "Well I think we need to target radicalism — a lot of it is actually happening online, not simply in mosques," Rubio said in response. "The vast majority of mosques in America are not…" "But the mosque piece of it is the controversial piece, so where do you stand on that?" Kelly jumped in to ask. ADVERTISING "Well, I think it’s not about closing down mosques. It’s about closing down any place, whether it’s a cafe, a diner, an internet site, any place where radicals are being inspired," the senator said.