Abandon All Hope... Democrats Seal Fate on Regaining House in 2012

The inscription once reserved for the Gate's of Dante's Hell might now best be hung on the doors of the DCCC, as the Democratic Caucus ensured Republican control of the Congress at least through the 2012 election cycle by selecting Nancy Pelosi as Minority Leader for the 112th Congress. While Pelosi's ability to move legislation should earn her praise as one of the most successful Speakers ever to wield the gavel, her work as the face of the Democratic Party in Congress should be finished for two simple, and less than noble reasons, that are all about image... Read More

They Eat Their Own

Apparently "trickle down" applies to more than just economic theory, as the Republican infighting that has been seen nationally has now made its way to the Oklahoma House. The Oklahoman reports that Randy Terrill turned down a committee chairmanship "because of concerns the speaker-elect [Kris Steele] is straying from conservative social legislation" and is instead focusing on economic issues... Read More