by David Safier I'm posting out the arrest of Eric Fuller for making threatening comments directed at Trent Humphries for two reasons. First, I've written quite a bit about right wing threats and assaults on Democrats, and it seems hypocritical to ignore this incident. Second, I've seen Fuller at a number of events and had … Read more

by David Safier Seeing McCain getting it mostly right in today's WaPo op ed — I have a few quibbles, but they're tangential to his main point — gives me another glimmer of hope. It's rare I can read or listen to any of McCain's pronouncements without almost total disagreement, so this is a welcome … Read more

by Craig McDermott, cross-posted from Random Musings Note: I know at least one lawyer writes here, and more than one is a regular reader.  If there are any errors in the substance of what follows, I expect, even encourage, a post or comment correcting those errors.  Thanks. :)) As most observers of AZ's political scene … Read more

Posted by AzBlueMeanie: There has been substantial speculation about the mental health of Jared Loughner over the past week, and I have no doubt that his court appointed defense counsel will assert the insanity defense. But it is headlines like these about the supposedly sane members of our society that is the true insanity: * Gun sales … Read more

by David Safier Obama continues the theme of cooperation he stated so eloquently at the Memorial.

…only she that isn't her *index* finger that she's waggling in the air… by Craig McDermott, cross-posted from Random Musings Corporations and their executives and lobbyists are smiling today.  The Governor released her budget proposal Friday, to loud praise from Republicans in the legislature, and louder criticism from Democrats…educators…students…human service advocates…home owners…. Her budget… …transfers at least … Read more

Posted by AzBlueMeanie: Stephen Colbert answers the question, "What's a Reince Priebus?" From the department of things you just can't make up: Someone on Twitter pointed out that if you "Take out the vowels in 'Reince Priebus' name you get RNC PR BS." Perfect! h/t crooksandliars.com. The Colbert Report Mon – Thurs 11:30pm / 10:30c … Read more