Category: democrats

Republican Congressman Calls Impeachment a “trap” Set by Democrats

Rep. Mick Mulvaney of South Carolina is pleading with Republicans to thread lightly on the impeachment talk, suggesting that Democrats would want nothing more than an impeachment conversation before the midterm elections. In a radio interview with WQSC 1340, the South Carolina Republican said, “Believe me, let’s make one thing perfectly clear. The only people… Continue reading Republican Congressman Calls Impeachment a “trap” Set by Democrats

Democrats Hit Hard Against Scott Walker in Wisconsin – Ad

This is the ad that’s causing a stir in Republican circles in Wisconsin and nationwide. Mary Burke (D) and her campaign put together an ad using Scott Walker’s own words, showing things he promised then and how they are now. That ad can run against any Republican by simply replacing the names. There are many… Continue reading Democrats Hit Hard Against Scott Walker in Wisconsin – Ad

Uncompromisingly Wrong

The Fourth of July is always a great time to revisit what makes the United States a great nation, and I always come back to the same characteristic: Compromise. There is probably nothing more American than our genius for compromise, even more so than apple pie and motherhood, both of which were invented by people… Continue reading Uncompromisingly Wrong

In Nevada Primary, “None of these Candidates” Won

In the Democratic primary for governor in Nevada, voters were not too happy with the actual candidates on the ballot. What got their attention however, was the option that said, “None of these candidates.” “None of these candidates” won hands down. “None of these candidates” earned 30 percent of the vote when The Associated Press… Continue reading In Nevada Primary, “None of these Candidates” Won

Poll: Americans Favor Democrats Over Republicans

The poll conducted by Gallup finds that despite what Republicans would have us believe, Americans are not stupid. We know which party is looking out for us and which is looking out for the Koch brothers. Americans view the Democratic Party more favorably than the Republican Party, even though both parties have a net unfavorable… Continue reading Poll: Americans Favor Democrats Over Republicans

Clinton’s Message to Weak-back, Feathery-knees Democrats

The “Explainer-In-Chief” has a word or two for the weak-back, feathery-knees Democrats who are laying down to the Republicans false attacks on Obamacare – Don’t lay down, fight for what you’ve accomplished! “What I advise the Democrats to do is talk about the good things that have happened under the bill, acknowledge the problems and… Continue reading Clinton’s Message to Weak-back, Feathery-knees Democrats

The Party’s Been Over

I think I’m just going to assume that the Democrats will lose the Senate in November and prepare myself as I would for any frustrating event I’ve endured over the past few years. That way, if they do eke out a win or tie, then it will be that much sweeter. There’s been no shortage… Continue reading The Party’s Been Over

Yes, They Are Shaping Up To Be The Worse Congress Ever

The Hill is reporting that Democrats and Republicans alike say the 113th Congress is shaping up to be the worst ever. Veteran lawmakers are used to partisanship and stalemate, but they say Capitol Hill has sunk to a new dysfunctional low. Congress has in some ways already closed for business until after the mid-term election.… Continue reading Yes, They Are Shaping Up To Be The Worse Congress Ever

Republicans Are All Talk When It Comes to Reducing Abortions – CHART

Recently, there was a report detailing how the abortion rate under President Obama is at its lowest level in three decades. By itself, that is very impressive. But when you look at the rate of decline under both Democratic and Republican presidents, you have no choice but to come to the following conclusion – Republicans just… Continue reading Republicans Are All Talk When It Comes to Reducing Abortions – CHART

Democrats Defeat Republican Opposition to Move Unemployment Insurance Forward

Democrats have shocked the political world by defeating Republican obstruction and moving on to a final vote on extending unemployment benefits by a margin of 60-37. All Democrats voted for the bill, and were joined by Republicans co-sponsor of the bill Dean Heller, Susan Collins, Kelly Ayotte, Rob Portman, Ben Coats, and Lisa Murkowski. These… Continue reading Democrats Defeat Republican Opposition to Move Unemployment Insurance Forward

Democrats to Bring Unemployment Bill to Senate – Republicans Still Oposing Benefits

Back in session after holiday break, the Senate will hold a procedural vote Monday evening on whether to reinstate unemployment benefits to more than 1 million Americans, as a compromise deal struggles for the votes it needs for passage. The extension to unemployment benefits was a casualty of December budget negotiations, but Senate Majority Leader… Continue reading Democrats to Bring Unemployment Bill to Senate – Republicans Still Oposing Benefits