It’s obvious the Latino population is growing, along with its political power, but the GOP can’t seem to grasp that… defections like Pantoja’s help.
The reason the Republican Party lost the 2012 presidential election has nothing to do with the economy and everything to do with their divisive strategies.
Unfortunately for them, Hispanics vote Democratic by overwhelming numbers; it doesn’t look like they’re rushing to join the party of divisiveness anytime soon.
The leadership of the GOP has resigned itself to collapse and breakup, but is the Democratic party able to take advantage?
Nebraska’s Lt. Gov. Rick Sheehy has left office as it was revealed that he had made improper, late-night calls on his state-issued cellphone to four women during the last four years.
Latinos are generally more religious and conservative on issues like abortion, which makes them easy pickups for Republicans.
The Democratic National Convention came out on top of its time slots the entire week, beating out even the opening football game of the season.
Just over a week ago, Michael Stipe, the lead singer of R.E.M., was among a group of artists who attacked the Republican platform.
Don’t look now but ever since forcing a recall election on Scott Walker things have not been going all that well for the Democrats.
It seems that the DNC ought to step up and start funding Barret’s team. In fact it has been reported that Wisconsin’s Democratic Party has asked the DNC for $500,000 to help with its massive field operation.
Liberals get a bad rap from conservatives for over-spending and from their own party for not achieving enough. Yet, where would we be without liberals? The answer is too dire to ponder. If you’re proud to be a liberal or Democrat, please pass on this ode of appreciation.
What does a smart President do when faced with an opposition party who takes the word ‘opposition’ far too literally?
Is it another wolf in sheep’s clothing or is it a balanced approach to the real problem of online piracy?
Remember when George W. Bush captured 40% of the hispanic vote? Remember when John McCain captured 31%? Well, according to a new poll, Mitt Romney only holds a scant 23% of hispanic voters while President Obama has a commanding 68%.
The Republican debates on foreign policy and defense demonstrate how stale and narrowly focused the national discussion on these critical issues remain. The moderators and candidates alike are stuck in neutral. The issues they addressed are relevant, but there is literally a whole world that we need to engage.
The Congress hit a new high on the gridlock scale on how best to fund the extension. First, the GOP controlled House of Representatives passed legislation that would extend the payroll tax cut one year. However, Speaker Boehner and his crew did so by attaching a host of unrelated initiatives, including the 1700 mile Keystone pipeline.
Once more the government is on the brink of a shutdown, just like it was last December and this past April. Once more, Republicans have pointed a loaded gun at the country and once more we get to see why the American people have nothing but contempt for their elected officials.
Sen. Joe Lieberman, simply loves pestering liberals and democrats with his new found ultra-conservative positions that neatly coincide with today’s rabid and rancorous Republican Party.
Our society treats politicians like celebrities, but is that a bad thing? Is treating our politicians like celebrities actually hurting our political process?
