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Typical Clinton Opacity

So, Obama has just released — for the *second* time — a list of his “earmarks,” i.e., those pet projects for local Illinois entities for which he sought funding. Earmarks are typically derided as pork barrel spending, although I don’t…

The Wily Ways of Washington

From today’s NYT: Former Attorney General John Ashcroft responded angrily Tuesday to Congressional Democrats who suggested that a no-bid private contract directed to him by the Justice Department last year amounted to a “back-room sweetheart deal” worth tens of millions…

A Fabulous Time

George W. Bush stood in front of the press today to officially introduce the Republican Nominee for president, John McCain. Apart from entirely hogging the spotlight, he noted, “I’ve had my time in the Oval Office, and it’s been a…

Standing Tall

It would appear the minions have their marching orders. This morning on Air America, Stacy Taylor was filling in for Lionel and he said there had been these “stealth calls” at the beginning of most Air America shows, before the…

Nader Will Not Be Deterred

So today on Meet The Press, one Ralph Nader said, “I have decided to run for president.” The question is, will anyone vote for him this time around? Can any of the liberals who voted for him in 2000 now…