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Commentary on political issues and popular culture from a socially liberal perspective--concentrating on individual liberty, separationof church and state, and restoring limitations on the power of government.
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Survey Shows NPR Listeners Most Informed, Fox Viewers Worst Informed

There have been multiple studies which, not surprisingly, show that those who watch Fox are the most misinformed.  A survey from Fairleigh Dickinson University found that those who listen to NPR could answer the most questions about current events. Those who watch Fox did the worst–even worse than those who do not watch any media. [...]..

Posted on 24 May 2012 | 2:32 am

Standing Up For Principle May Pay Off

Democrats far too often move to the center and avoid matters of principle, possibly out of fear of losing votes. I’ve often thought that their compromising has been counterproductive. With the failure of Democrats to stand up for liberal principles, Republicans are allowed to promote their views without challenge. Democrats might increase the..

Posted on 24 May 2012 | 2:17 am

Reagan OMB Director Questions Romney’s Ability To Create Jobs, And Romney Interview Isn’t Reassuring

One story which will be interesting to watch between now and November is the degree to which Romney’s years at Bain Capital become a meaningful issue in the presidential race. I see this period as one of testing issues and arguments by each side to prepare for the fall  when people are paying more attention. [...]..

Posted on 24 May 2012 | 1:42 am

Right Wing Claims That Obama Is A Big Spender Are No More True Than Birther Claims.

As I’ve pointed out many times before, including here, here, and here, conservative Republican presidents, especially George W. Bush and Ronald Reagan,  have been responsible for the major increases in government spending in recent years and the deficit. The frequent right wing claims that Barack Obama is a big spender are no more true than ..

Posted on 23 May 2012 | 4:32 am

The Arctic–The Most Rapidly Warming Part of the Planet

The Arctic is already the most rapidly warming part of the planet, and methane released from melting ice there might accelerate warming world-wide. BBC News reports: Scientists have identified thousands of sites in the Arctic where methane that has been stored for many millennia is bubbling into the atmosphere. The methane has been trapped by [...]..

Posted on 22 May 2012 | 3:55 am