by Mike Kimel Stop Acting Surprised It seems a lot of Democrats seem surprised that Obama is willing to give up on what they view as core principles. On the Republican side, there seems to be an implicit understanding that pretending the economic mess and spending began under Obama’s watch, and thus the policies that […]
by Mike Kimel A few questions about Obama and Next Year’s Presidential Election Assume that Michelle Bachmann wins the Republican nomination next year and Obama wins re-election. Given Obama’s governing style (i.e., fold early, fold often), in what way will the outcome of Obama’s final five years in office (i.e., next year plus the second […]
Guest post by Nancy Ortiz (Rdan here…Nancy is a long time reader of Angry Bear and has worked within the Social Security system professionally) One of the many fixes now being considered as a remedy for Social Security and Medicare’s projected shortfalls is means testing benefits. The rationale is that rich people shouldn’t get SS […]
by Mike Kimel Alex Knapp asks his readers to suggest a campaign slogan for Newt Gingrich. He suggests: “Gingrich 2012: He will always love America. Unless it gets cancer.” I suggest this: “Cheating out of love for America” But speaking seriously – how strong of a contender do you think Newt is for the Republican […]
by Mike Kimel Why I will not be Voting for Obama in 2012 Cross posted at the Presimetrics blog. The presidential elections are a year and a half away, but I am pretty certain of one thing: I will not be voting to re-elect Barack Obama. That does not mean that I will be voting […]