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Why Democrats don’t want Huntsman to run – CNN.com
With Mitch Daniels’ decision to opt out of the 2012 presidential race, Jon Huntsman is the lone standard-bearer of the center-right in a crowded GOP field. Historically, that should put the former Utah governor in a strong position to compete … Continue reading
The Rigged Game of Redistricting – CNN.com
Across the country, state legislatures are debating redistricting right now. It’s a once-a-decade proposition: the opportunity and obligation to redraw political district lines to reflect the latest census. The problem is that the system is rigged — politicians choose their … Continue reading
Savor this moment, in the name of the 3,000 – CNN.com
I have never been so happy to hear that someone is dead. It’s not bloodlust — it’s justice. Ten years ago at this time, Osama bin Laden was in Afghanistan planning the terrorist attacks that killed more than 3,000 of … Continue reading
Colbert vs. Kyl and spread of ‘misinformation’ – CNN
CNN contributor John Avlon says Colbert is right to lampoon politicians who spread falsehoods.
Why ‘The Newsroom’ Matters – CNN
Aaron Sorkin’s HBO show “The Newsroom” represents the reality of working in television news about as accurately as “The West Wing” captured working in politics — which is to say, not at all. But both dramas did something more worthwhile: … Continue reading
Gay Group in Conservatives’ Gathering Splits GOP – CNN.com
The Conservative Political Action Conference’s annual Washington convention this week is not where you’d expect to find a new front in the gay civil rights movement. But that’s going to be the story this week at CPAC. America has been … Continue reading
What New York Races Might Tell Us – CNN.com
With roughly 500 races in 50 states, there’s no shortage of indicators to keep an eye on this Election Day. But there’s an unlikely state that could help measure the extent of Republican gains Tuesday — New York. While GOP … Continue reading
Stewart Rally’s Point: Don’t Divide Us – CNN.com
At the end of a bitter political season too often hijacked by the extremes, the Rally to Restore Sanity was a heartening reaffirmation of American humor, smarts and civility. This year’s previous political rallies on the Washington mall — Glenn … Continue reading
Jon Stewart Has the Right Idea – CNN.com
Are you tired of the extremes dominating the debate? Angry about hyperpartisans hijacking American politics? Well, Jon Stewart has a rally for you and me. The Rally to Restore Sanity is slated for October 30, the weekend before Election Day, … Continue reading
Division and amnesia on 9/11 anniversary – CNN.com
The ninth anniversary of 9/11 finds our country divided. “The warm courage of national unity”– that was the FDR quote invoked by President George W. Bush at a prayer service in the fall of 2001. It captured the spirit infusing … Continue reading
Wingnuts – Book Tour Begins – CNN American Morning
Daily Beast columnist John Avlon explains why the lunatic fringe is hijacking America. In this episode:Redistricting problems, Alan Grayson, Michele Bachmann, Keith Olberman, Glenn Beck.
Gay group in conservatives’ gathering splits GOP – CNN.com
The Conservative Political Action Conference’s annual Washington convention this week is not where you’d expect to find a new front in the gay civil rights movement. But that’s going to be the story this week at CPAC. America has been … Continue reading
A Reminder from History: Politics Can Lift You Up – CNN.com
Politics is history in the present tense. And this week has been crowded with historic anniversaries that should adjust our expectations upward when it comes to the dark carnival of contemporary politics. This week we marked both the 50th anniversary … Continue reading
Swing Voters Will Decide Kennedy Seat – CNN.com
On Tuesday, the eyes of the political world will be turned to Massachusetts where an unexpectedly close special election is being held to determine who will succeed Ted Kennedy in the Senate. Conventional wisdom labels Massachusetts a liberal bastion, but … Continue reading