LNG Plant Dealt Another Blow

The whiners across the river lost another round of "Whose River is it Anyway?"  The Supreme Special Master issues a ruling today that reaffirmed the ownership of the Delaware River…

Bryon Short: The DelawareLiberal Interview

Bryon ShortBryon Short is the Democratic candidate for the 7th District to replace Wayne Smith. The special election it this Saturday. Bryon and I have been exchanging emails for the past few weeks and I deeply appreciate that he took the time to respond to me and my inane questions and provide the answers to them. Please call any friends that you have in the 7th and tell them about Bryon. I think he will win this seat for us on Saturday.

LG: What made you decide to pursue elective office at this time?

Bryon Short: When my wife opened the news paper and from our first floor to me on the second floor that Wayne was resigning his seat I came running right down stairs. I knew this was our best opportunity to gain the seat. I have always thought of running for elected office and was prepared for the right opportunity. Fortunately, my business and family life are conducive to holding elected office. I did not know the candidate was ultimately going to be me and was fully prepared to support whoever the party chose. I did know that I could dedicate all my energies to this effort from the candidate selection through election day. Not only have I put all my energy into this race, but my wife has been doing the same, the Democratic campaign staff have worked everyday since the selection and countless other friends and volunteers have done the same.

LG: What qualifications do you possess that you think will help you carry out your duties as a State Representative?

The Dr. Nick Interview with Matt Denn

Editors Note: I view Matt Denn’s tenure as Delaware’s Insurance Commissioner as a refreshing return to the kind of old school Democratic values that seem to have been lost by a generation of Democratic politicians. He has long been a favorite of Delaware liberal and has recently cemented his reputation around here by consenting to a quick email interview with our Dr. Nick.

Dr. Nick: So you are running for Lieutenant Governor? When you were a little kid, did you say “I want to be the Lieutenant Governor of Delaware when I grow up?”

Yes, I am running for Lieutenant Governor. When I was a little kid I wanted to play shortstop for the Phillies, but that didn’t work out. So, if elected, I promise the people of Delaware that I will spend each July at Phillies Fantasy Camp having Dallas Green yell at me to cover second when there is a ground ball to right field.

Dr. Nick: Not many people really know what the Lt. Governor does. Besides being in charge of the State of Delaware’s beatings and torture, what attracted you to the Lt. Governor’s job?

What I like about the job is that it will give me an opportunity to help shape the public discussion about some very important issues we are facing, and help move the ball forward on those issues. That is something I have done as Insurance Commissioner and I think being Lieutenant Governor will provide me with considerably more opportunity to help deal with things like public education, health insurance for all of Delaware’s children, and better programs to help our children with special needs.

Dr. Nick: Do you think the Lt. Governor should wear a uniform with really big epaulets?

Atkins Roundup

If you haven't been following the latest discussion of Rep. John "Booze 'n Bruise" Atkins, here's the trail for you to follow: Mike Matthews brings new details to light: After having…

Crashing the Gate

Howdy folks, I'm X Stryker, and I'll be your host during Jason's vacation week. I'm an Obama fan, and a frequent commenter on Swing State Project. I'm not one to shy away…