Author: BooMan

The Post Goes Hawkish, Again

I think reasonable people can disagree about our policy and strategy in Afghanistan. My thoughts on the matter are hardly consistent. I disagree with myself. But I have to note that the Washington Post is taking a particularly...

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Take This Opportunity to Learn

Someone asked me today why a senator who had no intention of voting for a bill would put amendments to the bill in the markup. Aside from the obvious attempts to kill a bill with poison pills or to create fodder for future...

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Open Thread

Doesn’t Senator Jim DeMint look stupid now? What’s on your mind this evening?

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Casual Observation

It was so sweet to see Cowboy owner Jerry Jones and his guests, George and Laura Bush, and his 105,000 fans get their hearts crushed by the New York Football Giants last night. Even the Philly Sports Radio folks were reveling in...

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The Finance Committee Bill

With 564 amendments to consider, the Baucus Bill is going to get a workout in committee. Rockefeller wants to strike out the co-ops and include a public option. Schumer wants to get rid of the mandate. Snowe wants a trigger...

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