2nd Quarter Fundraising News For Mitchell and Hayworth in AZ CD 5

In what has to be one of the most explosive developments in the Arizona political landscape this cycle, Harry Mitchell racked up over $565K in contributions to his campaign this quarter, bringing his total for the cycle to over $779K. This total is extraordinary in two respects: it far outstrips the fundraising of any other … Read more

Rep. Pete Hoekstra Seems to Act Like Congress is Co-Equal Branch

In what can only be described as a Constitutional officer seeming to think about actually doing his duty, Pete Hoekstra sent a confidential, and thus possibly somewhat candid, letter to President Bush. (Download 20060709hoekstra.pdf) Hoekstra, who is the chair of House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, expressed concern about several issues, but the one burning … Read more

Drinking Liberally 7/13

It’s time once again for all good Liberals to Drink! Come on down to the venerable Shanty on 4th Avenue at the Underpass starting at 6pm, and meet some fine folks for some good conversation and good beer (or whatever libation makes your lips flap). Bill, the proprietor of the Shanty is now catering our … Read more

Janet v. Brian: Winning on Progressive Budget Priorities

I love our Governor, but I have been vaguely dissatisfied with the outcome of this year’s budget negotiations. I think that even though Janet got some of the spending she wanted, she had to swallow a program Democrats really dislike (diverting millions in tax revenues to private schools), fiscally irresponsible and regressive tax cuts (500 … Read more