by David Safier Here's a press release from Rep. Giffords. If you support her position in whole or in part, call her office and tell them. They get lots of calls from the other side. Local: (520) 881-3588. D.C.: (202) 225-2542. U.S. REP. GABRIELLE GIFFORDS’ STATEMENT ON HEALTH INSURANCE REFORM WASHINGTON – U.S. Rep. Gabrielle … Read more
by David Safier Here's one of those weird confluences. This morning I praised the Catholic bishops from Tucson, Phoenix and Gallup for writing a letter telling Russell Pearce to ditch his anti-immigrant bills. It reminded me of some of the wonderful priests I remember from the 60s who felt their faith demanded that they advocate … Read more
by David Safier It's been a long time since we've heard from the Dr. Word. Well, the good Word Doctor is back, looking at the amazingly well coordinated spin from Republicans on the Democrats' attempts to pass health care in a small "d" democratic way — by majority votes in both Houses. I have to … Read more
by David Safier Reports of the death of health care reform may be greatly exaggerated (he said, hopefully). Dems are making noises about passing a public option in reconciliation. The upcoming health care summit clearly has Republicans shaking in their boots. ("It's a trap! It's a trap! When we make ridiculous statements, that Obama guy … Read more
By Michael Bryan Why would Democrats who voted for Obama turn around and vote for a moderate Republican like Brown? I think a post-election poll from Moveon.org does a convincing job of answering the question: The plurality of Democrats who cast votes for Brown, or who simply stayed home, were prompted to do so by opposition … Read more