by David Safier We elected Barack Obama President in 2008, and the other side hates us for it. We also picked up Senate and House seats, adding to our gains in 2006. They hate us even more because we beat them twice. "We want our country back!" they shout. And they mean it. They want … Read more

Posted by AzBlueMeanie: You won't have Paradise Valley Mayor Vernon Parker to kick around in the GOP gubernatorial primary any more. He has decided that he would rather run for Congress in Congressional District 3. CQ Politics | Eye on 2010 – Parker Running For Shadegg's Seat, Ending Bid For Gov He joins state Sens. Jim … Read more

Posted by AzBlueMeanie: The wannabe tinhorn dictator of Tucson, Sen. Jonathan Paton, had a big day on Tuesday. First up was Paton's effort to punish the City of Tucson for being a "liberal bastion" by dictating to its residents how they are to conduct their local elections. Paton and his pals from Maricopa County got … Read more

Posted by AzBlueMeanie: Brilliant analysis from Jon Stewart with his usual over-the-top sense of humor. Worst. Campaign. Ever. A Kennedy she ain't. The Daily Show With Jon Stewart Mon – Thurs 11p / 10c

Posted by AzBlueMeanie: This week's Farley Report: The Capitol is emptying out a bit this week: Three Republican Senators have already announced their intention to resign and run for Congress — Paton against Giffords, and Waring & Gorman for the vacant seat left by Shadegg's retirement. Perhaps they were not looking forward to spending the … Read more