Former President Jimmy Carter recently called it “one of the stupidest rulings ever consummated or perpetrated on the American people.” President Obama was equally
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Republicans need Democrats in their debates
You may recall that in one of the earlier Republican debates, all candidates were asked if they could support a debt reduction plan that
Canvassing for a real progressive, not letting back-room politics get in the way
It’s political canvassing time in Missouri’s 83rd State Representative District, and I’m out on the not-very-mean streets of an affluent, inner-ring suburb in St.
Three encouraging signs of progressive momentum: local, state, national
In recent days, there have been national and local indications that individual office-holders and candidates are truly advancing a progressive agenda. This is most
Election 2012: Koch Brothers vs. Wall Street?
The upcoming election may appear to be between a Republican and a Democrat but it could end up being a battle between two massive
Presidential primary chaos: Here we go again
Question: When will the first 2012 presidential primary or caucus take place? Answer: Nobody knows. Nearly four years after the presidential primary chaos of
A campaign finance choice for Obama: People or Wall St.?
How would you like to supplant Goldman Sachs as a major contributor to Barack Obama? How would you like to help America better see
Term limits with a twist: Attrition of unneeded elected offices
Can you name the starting lineup of your favorite sports team? Most people can’t. Studies indicate that most people can remember 7 things plus
Iowa caucuses: A reform opportunity for Obama
The first contest for delegates to our national political conventions is the Iowa caucus. In 2012, it will be on Monday, February 6. Iowa
Super-spenders transform election of judges
Illinois and other states are bracing for the coming campaign season, with the costs of running for office and associated contributions threatening to hit