How Paul Ryan Went From Young Gun To Gone
Ryan was the most important Republican in Washington from 2009 to 2016. He now seems like a throwback from a bygone era.
The Tea Party Just Keeps Winning, And They’re Still Not Happy
The Tea Party just keeps winning, and they’re still not happy about it.
Third-Party Candidates Are Not Poisonous Mushrooms
If you believe a candidate for office reflects your values and your political desires, you should vote for him.
Memo To House Republicans Readying To Sue Obama: Read The Federalist
Confronting President Obama directly is far better than lawsuits.
Three Reasons Eric Cantor Quit Early
Hint: “generosity” isn’t one of the reasons why Cantor plans to quit early.
Let’s Stop Kidding Ourselves, Americans Love Their Politicians
Even in the most catastrophic year for congressional incumbents, 90 percent of them will win reelection – and most of them will do so rather easily.
Red State Progressive Blues
What prevents red state Senate Democrats from distancing themselves from the President?
Brat Voters Aren’t Anti-Semitic But The Media Sure Are Anti-Christian
When David Brat beat Eric Cantor, the media didn’t take the news well. Here are seven of the worst media responses to the free market candidate’s victory.
Yes, Eric Cantor, There Is A Virginia
This race wasn’t about the Tea Party. It was about whether a politician can serve two masters – big business vs. the people – and get away with it.
Why We Fired Eric Cantor
Eric Cantor acted as if his constituency was the Republican establishment. Folks back in the seventh district figured that out.
With Eric Cantor Gone, Will John Boehner Try To Stick Around As Speaker?
Many assumed Boehner would step down as Speaker at the end of the year and hand the gavel to his lieutenant Eric Cantor. Then Dave Brat happened. Now what?
Liberalism And Jewish Values Are Not Synonymous
For many Jews, religious values and a relationship with God guide their approach to issues. It’s too bad that Rabbi Jack Moline chooses to do the opposite.
Boehner’s Predicament Was Caused By Poor Leadership, Not Poor Followership
While Ross Douthat is correct that the GOP’s current problems are much larger than John Boehner, his defense of Boehner’s tactics before and during the shutdown doesn’t hold water.
Is It Time For John Boehner to Resign As Speaker?
John Boehner, Eric Cantor, and Kevin McCarthy should all resign from their leadership posts.