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Higher Education? The Chronicle of Higher Education fires a writer for pointing out that most “black studies” courses are racist.  I guess this is what happens when you accurately quote liberals. Mob on the Quad Video of the Week Yeah, … Continue reading

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Mitt Romney: Can He Do It?

Now that a little time has passed since the departure of Rick Santorum from the primary race, it is time to start dealing with the reality of Mitt Romney as our nominee.   No, he won’t get 100% of the … Continue reading

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How Do You Feel About Santorum Dropping Out?

I, for one, was sad to hear that Rick Santorum was dropping out of the race.  I knew it was a long shot, but I liked seeing him in there.  So I want to know what you think.  Was it … Continue reading

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Vet the President, Vet the Media Last week, we all assumed that CNN’s Soledad O’Brien was in the early stages of some sort of psychotic break.  But after looking at her background, it turns out she’s just a liberal.  What’s … Continue reading

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Is It Time for Gingrich to Drop Out?

OK, I like Gingrich as a candidate.  He’s amazing as a debater and some of his ideas, like his plan to reform Social Security, are the most exciting and inventive proposals out there. But a combination of hefty personal and … Continue reading

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Here We Go Again

So now we finally know what this election cycle’s Republicans-are-out-to-get-you campaign of hysteria will focus on, “women’s reproductive rights.”  It’s funny because as abortion has grown less popular in public opinion and the pro-life/personhood movement has grown more popular, Democrats … Continue reading

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Going From Primary to General: Can They Do It?

The race for the GOP has hit that crucial period where the votes really matter.  The candidates are now waged in a nasty war against each other which has left everyone involved a little battered.  And all of this is … Continue reading

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 Best of the Two Debates There were two debates this week and I think that Newt Gingrich easily had the most memorable moment of the week.  Whether you like him or hate him as a candidate, this clip shows just … Continue reading

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Know the Players: Part Two

In this series, I am attempting to lay out the vast network of advocacy groups and activists that have taken hold of much of our modern-day politics.   Part One discussed the father of “community organizing,” Saul Alinsky, and the blueprint … Continue reading

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