Democrats
Texas primary election teaches lessons
June 4, 2012Tthe Republican-dominated Statehouse redistricted Texas so that, in spite of a gigantic population gain by Democratic-leaning Latinos, Republicans could be sure of taking three of the new congressional seats.
Read moreA right-wing apologist in sheep’s clothing
June 1, 2012David Brooks positions himself as an above-the-fray "moderate," but the reality is otherwise.
Read moreDoes it matter who rules: Republicans or Democrats?
May 31, 2012Taking a nearsighted view of the political landscape, some have concluded there is little or no difference between Republicans and Democrats.
Read moreMassachusetts: job creation up, unemployment down
May 23, 2012Perhaps the nation's most Democratic and liberal state, Massachusetts has experienced months of declining unemployment rates.
Read moreCory Booker surrenders
May 23, 2012Cory Booker said he was nauseated by the attacks on private capital. He said Mitt Romney's firm, Bain Capital, "has done a lot of good."
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