Delaware

1. Will Wilmington House Delegation Suck Even More Next Year? All signs point to yes. Rep. J. J. Johnson, who doesn't live in Wilmington, but represents a small portion of…

A mixed bag yesterday. The good? State employees will now be entitled to 12 weeks of family leave for the birth or adoption of a child. The neutral? The Budget…

Some days suck more than others. Yesterday, the Senate voted down an assault weapons ban, with the Senate's answer to the 'Get Off My Lawn' guy, Brian Bushweller, dealing the…

It all comes down to Cathy Cloutier.  Today, the Senate will vote on a motion to (pardon the expression) discharge the assault weapons bill to the Senate floor for a…

1. The Mulrooney Retirement. On virtually every issue, Rep. Mike Mulrooney has been a traditional Democrat, and not a Chamber lackey. He supports workers, families, equal rights for all, and…

Let's talk assault weapons. Both public supporters and even John Carney have called for the assault weapons ban to be reconsidered.  Meaning, a vote on the floor of the Senate.…

Strap yourselves in. We're goin' for a ride.  It was a very busy legislative day on Tuesday. Here's the Session Activity Report. The highlights?: *Legislation providing 12 weeks of family…

Rep. Mike Mulrooney (D-17th RD) has announced that he will not seek reelection, according to WDEL. While Mulrooney has been especially strong on labor issues, he has also been one…

Yes, we have an outstanding candidate for State Auditor. One who is building some momentum.  I've been slow to recognize this development, but both Kevin Ohlandt and Blue Delaware have…

First, we must do a post-game wrap-up from last Thursday's action-packed session. You can follow along with the Session Activity Report. The high(and low)lights. The Equal Rights Amendment passed the…

1. It's Official: Sturgeon vs. Lavelle. Monsignor Lavelle has filed, much to the delight of the NRA. The Senator earned the monicker 'monsignor' by supporting the Catholic Diocese's cover-up of…