This is it. Our first State of the Union open thread, and the last time–hopefully–that Americans have to see and hear this man speak from the U.S. House Chamber podium. Vice President Joe Biden and House Speaker Paul Ryan will … Continue reading
It’s been almost two months since President Obama talked about going to Alaska, where he melted a glacier with his heat vision or whatever, so we were about due for another climate talk. He started out this week’s address by … Continue reading
In his address to the nation this time around, President Obama gave us “the talk” about the Trans-Pacific Partnership, which he’s repeatedly touted as “the most progressive trade agreement in history.” Now that the U.S. and the eleven other participating … Continue reading
The beast that is Planned Parenthood continues to bite the hands that feed it. When Congress reconvenes in September, representatives have until the end of the month to hash out a federal funding bill. Planned Parenthood alleges that Republicans will … Continue reading
Earlier today as other Washington legislators gathered on the Capitol lawn to hold a somber prayer vigil for the victims of the shooting in Charleston, United States Senator and Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders provided supportive background shouting about pension … Continue reading
Goodbye Eric Holder, hello Loretta Lynch. The US Senate just voted 56-43 in favor of confirming the nomination of Loretta Lynch, making her our nation’s next Attorney General. Ten Republicans–including Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell–voted yes, according to reports. UPDATE … Continue reading
