One example: elderly folks who don't have photo ids, like this couple: When Edward and Mary Weidenbener went to vote in Indiana's primary in May, they didn't realize that state law required them to bring government photo IDs such as a … [Read more...]
Archives for July 10, 2012
Former Marine Living in Dallas Targets Tierney and Tisei
Roll Call reported today an unnamed 30-something, former Marine who says he can raise a million is considering a run as an independent against Congressman Tierney and GOP contender Tisei. The Globe is now chiming in with the name of the … [Read more...]
MA GOP tried to fix delegate selection for RNC.
Rachel Maddow on MA GOP Even though there are apparently laws requiring that the convention delegation adhere to the primary results, the state GOP was concerned enough that Ron Paul delegates were elected instead of the official slate … [Read more...]
Pancreatic Cancer can strike anyone – help fight it – can you make two phone calls?
As it happens, there are two bills pending on Capitol Hill that our U.S. Senators and Congressman can sign on and support, with the "sign on" deadline being July 13, 2012. These bills are H.R. 733 (for the House) and S. 362 for the … [Read more...]
How can we get these outrageous amounts of money out of politics?
From the WSJ... A Wall Street Journal analysis of political spending unveiled Tuesday found that organized labor groups dropped a combined $4.4 billion on political activities between 2006 and 2011, about four times more than … [Read more...]
Our Senator is not a green lobster
I have never seen nor heard of a green lobster. Like moderate Republicans, they seem to be extinct. (Actually, moderate Republicans have become Dems over time.) Anyway, I like this LTE to Wicked Local Brookline: I liked Scott Brown too. … [Read more...]
Think twice before serving liquor to a minor, even in your home.
Over the years I have heard many stories from my kids and many parents about serving liquor to minors while in their homes. I have been totally opposed to this reckless practice and quite frankly am amazed when I hear the lazy assed … [Read more...]