A Virtual Tie: Clinton, Obama Divide the Democratic Primary Vote: By Rhodes Cook
As the presidential campaigns of Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama approach the ides of March, they are virtually tied in the Democratic primary vote count.
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March 13, 2008
March 13, 2008
At Least Admire Spitzer for His Foes: by Froma Harrop
A few good words for Eliot Spitzer. The resigned New York governor could be brutish, vindictive and, when it comes to sexual rectitude, a grand hypocrite. But in going after the depredations of Wall Street, subprime lenders and corporate looters, he was a rare crusader.
March 13, 2008
W.'s Gun Battle: by Robert Novak
Preparing to hear oral arguments Tuesday on the extent of gun rights guaranteed by the Constitution's Second Amendment, the U.S. Supreme Court has before it a brief signed by Vice President Cheney opposing the Bush administration's stance
March 13, 2008
The Shame of Eliot Spitzer: by Joe Conason
When Eliot Spitzer stood before the stunned press corps on Monday to make a brief apology for his misconduct, he spoke of "real change," of trying to "uphold a vision of progressive politics that would rebuild New York and create opportunity for all," of "ideas, (and) the public good."
March 12, 2008
Michigan and Florida Deserve Do-Overs: By Dick Morris
Despite their apostasy in holding early primaries in defiance of the powers that be in the Democratic National Committee (DNC), Michigan and Florida both deserve to have do-over primaries.
March 12, 2008
Getting Stupid: by Susan Estrich
My old roommate used to call it "getting stupid." In the beginning of the story, the guy might be smart, thoughtful, good-looking and funny. But when it came to sex, she'd just shake her head. Lord, could guys get stupid or what?
March 12, 2008
The Left's Escalating War on Military Recruiters: By Michelle Malkin
Ideas have consequences. Inaction has consequences. For the past several years, I've chronicled the left's escalating war on military recruiters -- and the apathetic, weak-kneed response to it.
March 11, 2008
The Specter of McCain Democrats: by Froma Harrop
A significant slice of Hillary Clinton's supporters -- that is, moderate Democrats -- might prefer McCain over Obama, or so I speculated a few weeks back.
March 10, 2008
It's Time to Call in Hatchet Men Against the Clintons: by Dick Morris
The Clintons are trying to steal the nomination from Barack Obama - and he can't let them.
March 10, 2008
McCain vs. the Addicts: By Robert D. Novak
WASHINGTON -- The congressional Republican establishment's charade, pretending to crack down on spending earmarks while actually preserving their uncontrolled addiction to pork, faces embarrassment this week when the Democratic-designed budget is brought to the Senate floor.
March 8, 2008
Clinton Has Only One Plausible Path to the Nomination: A Commentary by Michael Barone
Barack Obama won 11 out of 11 primaries and caucuses from Super Tuesday to Feb. 19. Hillary Clinton won three out of four contests on March 4.
March 8, 2008
Mark Penn’s Boast and Florida Follies: An Inside Report by Robert D. Novak
Conservatives and party regulars were not happy about the selection of Carly Fiorina to head the Republican National Committee's "Victory 2008" campaign raising funds for the presidential election.
March 7, 2008
What Next?: A Commentary by Susan Estrich
So now what? The Republicans have their nominee -- and the Democrats have a marathon that it's not clear can be won, at least not on conventional terms.
March 6, 2008
The Real Threat to McCain?: A Commentary by Alan I. Abramowitz
A lot of Republicans are unhappy with their party this year. Some conservative Republicans, following the lead of talk show hosts such as Rush Limbaugh and Sean Hannity, have been threatening to sit out the November election or vote for a third party candidate because they don't consider their party's presidential nominee, John McCain, to be sufficiently conservative.
March 6, 2008
McCain's Very Own Farrakhan: A Commentary by Joe Conason
Whatever their true private beliefs, presidential candidates in America are constantly required to provide proofs of faith, often through their connections with various religious figures.
March 6, 2008
Resurrect King Dollar: A Commentary by Lawrence Kudlow
If Sen. John McCain wants to run as a candidate of change, and if he's interested in distancing himself from President Bush on some issues, he should reverse the declining fortunes of the Bush wartime dollar.
March 6, 2008
Close Down the Caucuses: A Commentary by Froma Harrop
One can assume that the people brawling into the late hours of a weekday night are not representative of your broad electorate, even in Texas. Compare the orderly primary vote in Ohio -- where the results were known by bedtime -- to the weird "Texas Two-Step," which pasted a caucus onto a primary.
March 6, 2008
Why She Isn't Dead: An Inside Report by Robert D. Novak
The scope of Hillary Clinton's latest resurrection can be appreciated only in light of the elaborate preparations that had been made for her expeditious burial. That she is very much alive can be attested to her true grit but also the revelation Barack Obama is not the miraculously perfect candidate after all.
March 6, 2008
Obama Better Battle Back Before It's Too Late: A Commentary by Dick Morris
With big wins in Ohio and Texas last night, Hillary Clinton has finally broken her losing streak and sent a clear message to Barack Obama: I'm not getting out.
March 5, 2008
The Death Cry of Gloria Steinem: A Commentary by Michelle Malkin
Behold with me the politics of gynocentrism. What a depressing and desiccative sight it is. Just look at Gloria Steinem.
