National Initiative for Democracy
Much of the body politic is cynical and unsatisfied with American government. According to the study, Trends in Political Values and Core Attitudes: 1987-2009, published by the Pew Research Center for the People and the Press, over three-fourths (76%) of the people believe that “elected officials in Washington lose touch with the people pretty quickly”. … Read more
New Brunswick Tax Abatements
During the Democratic Primary in June, much of the debate in New Brunswick focused on tax abatements. In 2009, the city took in slightly under eight million dollars through payments in lieu of taxes (PILOTS). Many of New Brunswick’s residents believe that these tax abatements amount to nothing more than the subsidization of private businesses … Read more
VIDEO: The Amateur Meghan McCain
Meghan McCain, daughter of the former Presidential candidate, showed her true colors in a recent television performance with Bill Marr: an amateur, reactive, and not terribly bright performer who is WAY out of her league. She accuses President Obama of spending too much time blaming his problems on former President Bush, but offers no examples as … Read more
Why GOP Extremists are GOOD for Democrats
Should the Democrats encourage Republican moderation? While it may sound morally right, strategically its unjustifiable. Obviously I wouldn’t recommend the Democrats externally proclaim a strategy of encouraging GOP extremism, but that should be their secret strategy nonetheless. Why? The reasons are obvious. Perceptions are all that counts in politics. In a country where the moderates … Read more
Palin Will NOT Run for President: 4 Reasons
Over this July 4th weekend, all politico’s have been asking the same question: What is going on with Sarah Palin?? Having stated that she will not run for gubernatorial re-election, Palin proceeded to drop a bombshell in the form of her resignation – citing reasons of family obligation and a desire to stop media inquiry. … Read more
