Month: January 2006

Here is the math. The Dems have 44 Senators, plus Jim Jeffords, an independent. That is 45 votes. In order to maintain a filibuster they must keep 41 Senators in support. Senators Tim Johnson (SD), Robert Byrd (WV), and Ben...

As a lifelong Democrat who loves his country and so very much values the liberties and protections with which we are endowed by our great constitution, I am pleased to learn that you will be voting against confirmation of Samuel...

What a breath of fresh air! This came to me via email from the Hackett campaign and displays just the type of backbone Molly Ivins stated the other day that is missing in action from the leaders of the Democratic Party.I still...

From Democrats.com: I have confirmed reports that Kerry wants to filibuster Alito, and he is talking to his colleagues to round up the 41 votes he needs. Only two Democrats (Ben Nelson and Tim Johnson) support Alito. Only two...

Update [2006-1-26 16:4:40 by BooMan]: This is hilarious. What do you want to be when you grow up? I want to be a movie star. Yesterday, I wanted to be a ballroom dancer. Sometimes I just want to sit outside with the raccoons for...