by David Safier I want to be positive. I really do. I was genuinely moved by Obama's words last night. We can do this together, he said. We can deal with each other and with partisan issues in a less vitriolic way. Advertisement So as I posted a few minutes ago, I hoped a first … Read more

by David Safier For me, this will be an early indication whether Republicans are interested in toning down the rhetoric. We should never again hear the adjective "job-killing" — as in "job-killing health care bill" — from another Republican politician or party official. They can still say the health care bill will cost the country … Read more

by Craig McDermott, cross-posted from Random Musings Slightly obscured by the hubbub of the week was the fact that at least one legislator, Sen. Lori Klein (R-LD6), had a firearm in her possession on the floor of the House during the Governor's speech on Monday. From the Arizona Republic, written by Mary Jo Pitzl – … Read more

Posted by AzBlueMeanie: "If incendiary rhetoric isn't connected to the Arizona tragedy, it logically follows that it must be good — for ratings." Colbert mocks the "Palin Pity Party" video. The Colbert Report Mon – Thurs 11:30pm / 10:30c The Word – Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Angriness www.colbertnation.com Colbert Report Full Episodes Political … Read more

by David Safier AzBlueMeanie already posted a description of Gabby opening her eyes. But if like me, you're looking for every ray of light in her improving condition, you'll want to read a more complete, extended description from Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand and Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz. It's simply amazing. You may never again have a … Read more

Posted by AzBlueMeanie: Jonathan Klein, a partner in a San Francisco law firm, and Alex Clemens, a former political aide in the first Clinton administration, both alumni of Gabriel Zimmerman's alma mater, the University of California at Santa Cruz, have set up a scholarship fund in his honor for a student who shares his passion for public service. … Read more

Posted by AzBlueMeanie: Announcement from the State Bar of Arizona: State Bar and University of Arizona Establish John M. Roll Memorial Fund The State Bar, in partnership with the University of Arizona, has established the John M. Roll Memorial Fund. Money used will provide scholarships to students attending Judge Roll’s alma mater, the James E. … Read more