// What We’re Reading

USA TODAY (May 18, 2012): HR Clinton garners bi-partisan respect with a reputable diplomatic record as our Sec. of State:

“Hillary Clinton’s frequent travels”

San Francisco Chronicle (May 18, 2012): Unemployment rates fell for 37 of the 50 states in April:

“Unemployment rates fall in two-thirds of US states”

MSNBC (May 18, 2012): Labor force participation for older Americans is on the rise – differing from every other age group:

“More Americans clocking in during their golden years”

The New York Times (May 18, 2012): Political atmosphere heats up as the Republican’s super PAC war chest is formerly unlatched and explored:

“G.O.P. ‘Super PAC’ Weighs Hard-Line Attack on Obama”

Yahoo News (May 17, 2012): Afghan army funding will be a primary focus at the NATO summit which Obama is hosting:

“Obama requesting help to pay for Afghan army”

The Atlantic (May 17, 2012): Complacency may be the Democrats biggest problem going into November:

“Why I Think Obama Is Losing”

Chicago Sun-Times (May 17, 2012): Is it Hillary Time? HR Clinton’s record as Sec. of State is commendable and worthy of a political upgrade:

“Obama-Clinton?  That’s the ticket”

The New York Times (May 17, 2012): Romney’s April donations were just $3.5M shy of Obama’s:

“Romney Raises $40.1 Million in April, Nearly Matching Obama”

National Review (May 16, 2012): Like in WV, Obama may face primary troubles in Arkansas:

“Obama’s Appalachian Problem”

Christian Science Monitor (May 16, 2012): Obama campaign rakes in nearly $44 M just in April – $9 M short of March fundraising:

“Obama helps re-election campaign and Dems by raising almost $44 million in April”

NPR (May 16, 2012): Four short words may be all you hear from the former president in regards to Mitt Romney:

“Role Unlikely For George W. Bush In Romney Bid”

WilderVisions (May 16, 2012): What if the Bradley effect is not dead? What if this byproduct of racism has only metastasized?:

“Obama best look for variation in ‘Bradley effect’”

Politico (May 15, 2012): It is evidential of Ron Paul looking out for son, Rand:

“Ron Paul’s message to the GOP”

Yahoo News (May 15, 2012): Polls are reflecting Obama’s stance on marriage is one extreme gamble:

“Poll: Obama’s gay marriage stance could hurt him”

Philly (May 15, 2012): The people are beginning to challenge their reps at every level of government-as producing and delivering to the people is critical:

“Challengers eye some key blacks in Congress”

Real Clear Politics (May 15, 2012): A big shakeup in the White House forthcoming?  Kerry as Secretary of State, HR Clinton as VP, and no more Joe?:

“Expect a Desperate Obama to Dump Biden”

The Hill (May 14, 2012): Romney:  “This may well be the state [that] decides who the next president is.” VA will mean everything in 2012:

“Romney can’t afford to lose Virginia”

USA TODAY (May 14, 2012): The recession has taken a huge toll on families– resulting in the draining of savings and the accumulation of debt:

“Recession added debt, drained families’ savings”

Real Clear Politics (May 14, 2012): RCP plots out 3 historic scenarios for the 2012 campaign:

“Three Different Ways to Look at the 2012 Campaign”

National Review (May 14, 2012): China may not be the best place to look for economic inspiration:

“A Lethargic Dragon”

Real Clear Politics (May 11, 2012): RCP speaks to the all-American story of Bobby Jindal – a probable answer to Romney’s VP dilemma:

“Jindal May Be the Answer to Romney’s VP Question”

Richmond Times-Dispatch (May 11, 2012): With historical precedent…universities at times act as political forums for both parties:

“Presidents, top contenders, frequent guests at Va. Universities”

The Washington Post (May 11, 2012): Same-sex marriage stance by our president is expected to bring risks to both he and Kaine here in the Commonwealth:

“Same-sex marriage debate may carry risks for Tim Kaine, Obama in Virginia”

New York Daily News (May 11, 2012): Obama collects an astounding $15M from Hollywood coffer in a single event:

“George Clooney’s fundraiser for Obama rakes in $15  million, president talks gay marriage”

CBS News (May 10, 2012): Gaffe prone Biden slips up again –guiding Obama’s hand and resulting in an earlier endorsement for same-sex marriage:

“Obama not upset with Biden for jumping gun on same-sex marriage”

New York Times (May 10, 2012): Obama woos Hollywood’s stars – tonight with a major fundraiser at the home of George Clooney:

“Obama’s New Courting of Hollywood Pays Off”

ABC News (May 10, 2012): The challenging creed to the GOP now becoming the new establishment? The Tea Party begins to grow in influence:

“Meet the New GOP Establishment: The Tea Party”

Politico (May 10, 2012): Newt expressed that Ron Paul’s delegates and support cannot be ignored going into Tampa:

“A Ron Paul revolution is brewing”

The Washington Post (May 9, 2012): Recent analysis indicates that the poor in NoVa have been hit hard with rising cost of living and declining income:

“NoVa’s poor have been hurt disproportionately by recession, new economic analysis says”

Chicago Tribune (May 9, 2012): Obama is winning the war for independent voters:

“Obama leads Romney, helped by independents”

Politico (May 9, 2012): Among Hispanic voters, Obama leads with a 68 point margin over Romney:

“Obama close to maxing out Hispanic support”

CNN (May 9, 2012): Dems becoming the party of Jimmie Davis? Carville: Wake up Dems! :

“Carville: Wake up Democrats; you could lose”

Politico (May 8, 2012): Americans strongly support Afghan plan – withdrawing all U.S. combat troops except Spec Forces and trainers by end of 2012:

“Poll: Big support for Afghan plan”

Washington Post (May 8, 2012): Will students across the country suffer from a polarized Senate? Time will soon tell:

“Student loan plan fails in the Senate”

Huffington Post (May 8, 2012): HR Clinton: Being VP is like being First Lady – You are there to support the president. Is Biden in full-support of Obama?:

“Hillary Clinton: Being Vice President Is Like Being First Lady”

CBS News (May 8, 2012): The FBI examines the seized bomb and operation conceived by al Qaeda and thwarted by the CIA:

“FBI scrutinizes al Qaeda’s latest bomb”

The Washington Post (May 7, 2012): After legislative session, new poll finds Virginians are less optimistic about the direction of the Commonwealth:

“Virginians less optimistic about McDonnell, direction of state, Post poll finds”

Businessweek (May 7, 2012): Businessweek discusses political maneuvering, Ron Paul, and the looming convention trouble for Mitt Romney:

“How Ron Paul Could Mess With Romney at the GOP Convention”

USA TODAY (May 7, 2012): With 6 months away from the general, swing states are revealing major challenges for the president and Romney:

“Swing states’ poll: Big challenges loom for Obama, Romney”

ALTAVISTA JOURNAL (May 7, 2012): I am honored to be among some great Virginians that will appear in the biographical series for elementary readers, “Virginia, My State.”

With the work of Virginia’s educators and State Standards Publishing, young readers will have a great set of resources to learn from:

“Local educator collaborates on book series”

This morning I appeared on MSNBC with Chuck Todd and former Governor Ted Strickland of Ohio. The video of our discussion can be found on http://bit.ly/IFchUl

The Examiner (May 4, 2012): Polling indicates Mark Warner would win handily against any GOP opponent for Governor of the Commonwealth in 2013:

“Poll: Warner vs. Cuccinelli in 2013?”

MSNBC (May 4, 2012): “25 percent of 16- to 19-year-olds currently are working” 5 years ago it was 35 percent:

“A teen with a job becomes a rarity in US economy”

McClatchy (May 4, 2012): Team Romney feels they have a path to the magic number:

“Mitt Romney’s team sees a path to winning the presidency”

Huffington Post (May 4, 2012): And what about the Ron Paul supporters? They are unmistakable and will be critical in 2012 for either Obama or Romney:

“Ron Paul Racks Up Delegates, Putting GOP Establishment On Edge”

Bloomberg Businessweek (May 3, 2012): Obama slips in FL and OH … but makes gains in PA over Romney:

“Obama Tops Romney in Pennsylvania Poll as Ohio Tightens”

Politico (May 3, 2012): Presence by both Obama and Romney signifies the importance of Virginia, “the state both parties want”:

“The state both parties want”

Free Lance-Star (May 3, 2012): Controversial year for McDonnell enough to make him a liability or maybe an asset for Romney? – Free Lance-Star weighs in:

“Is McDonnell too risky for Romney?”

Wavy (May 3, 2012): 2012 presidential campaign begins officially right here in the Commonwealth:

“Fall campaigns blast off in Virginia”

The Christian Science Monitor (May 2, 2012): Obama may capitalize on the low popularity of the Supreme Court:

“Supreme Court popularity hits new low. Will Obama attack?”

TIME (May 2, 2012): “Stand Your Ground” remains unclear and erratically applied to Floridians – as Marissa Alexander was not protected by the law:

“Where Was ‘Stand Your Ground’ for Marissa Alexander?”

The Washington Times (May 2, 2012): PPP indicates that a Virgil Goode Jr. presence on the 2012 ballot in VA would clearly hurt Romney’s chances:

“Obama leads Romney in Va. with or without McDonnell on ticket, poll says”

Yahoo News (May 2, 2012): LBJ may have a lesson or two for Obama and Romney:

“What Robert Caro’s LBJ biography ‘The Passage of Power’ could teach Obama and Romney”

The Miami Herald (May 1, 2012): Task force will begin its review today in Florida on “Stand Your Ground”:

“Florida task force seeks major overhaul to Stand Your Ground law”

Richmond Times-Dispatch (May 1, 2012):  Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service reveals “Blacks in Virginia, Demographic Trends in Historical Context”:

“Study examines black Virginians’ economic outcomes”

The Daily Beast (May 1, 2012): The GOP choose not to reflect on how Obama and the American military brought Osama to justice:

“Michael Tomasky: How the GOP Became a Party of Whiners Over Osama”

Politico (May 1, 2012): Greater polarization is looming in Congress:

“Congress: It’s going to get worse”

The Washington Post (April 30, 2012): Mutual benefit is clearly apparent in Obama-Clinton campaign cooperation:

“President Obama and Bill Clinton: BFF?”

Real Clear Politics (April 30, 2012): The energy is not yet fully-evident among today’s youth on the Obama campaign trail:

“Obama Losing Rock-Star Status Among Young Voters”

Abc news (April 30, 2012): Abc news discuses how the world has changed since the death of Osama bin Laden:

“Osama Bin Laden, One Year Later: The Man and the Movement”

The Christian Science Monitor (April 30, 2012): Obama adopts new slogan in newly released campaign video:

“Obama 2012 campaign debuts new slogan in video”

Chicago Tribune (April 27, 2012): Zimmerman’s website collected $200,000 in donations – bail was just $150,000:

“Attorney: George Zimmerman’s website collected $200,000 before shutdown”

ABC News (April 27, 2012): ABC discusses what to watch for this weekend in politics:

“House set to vote on student loan rate, plus more to watch for this weekend in politics”

The Washington Post (April 27, 2012): 1st day of general election campaign – Obama will be in VA – a must win state for him to clinch the presidency again:

“Obama’s visit shows Virginia’s importance”

Politico (April 27, 2012): Rove indicates Obama has an advantage over Romney in his first Electoral College Map:

“Rove: Obama leads electoral college”

Christian Science Monitor (April 26, 2012): Biden characterizes Romney’s rhetoric as return to Cold War:

“Biden slams Romney foreign policy as return to cold war”

CBS News (April 26, 2012): Obama and Romney will need to express personal-candor when campaigning:

“The search for candor in the presidential campaign”

Richmond Times-Dispatch (April 26, 2012): Kaine discusses how Virginia can be a role model for Washington D.C. and wholly – our country:

“Kaine: Strengthen economy through growth, talent, balance”

National Journal (April 26, 2012): Urbanization may very well alter the political landscape of states:

“City Slickers”

USA TODAY (April 25, 2012): Americans are increasingly losing support for capital punishment:

“Shifts detected in support for death penalty”

The New York Times (April 25, 2012): South LA is experiencing drastic changes in demographics since the time of Rodney King and the racially charged riots:

“In Years Since the Riots, a Changed Complexion in South Central”

Slate (April 25, 2012): Is Marco Rubio this election’s Sarah Palin?:

“Marco Rubio Is This Election’s Sarah Palin”

The Washington Times (April 25, 2012): Former VA governors are in a dead heat competing for Sen. Webb’s seat:

“Poll: Kaine-Allen race remains a dead heat”

The Washington Post (April 24, 2012): Choosing a VP just because of swing state status a fair or over-sold argument? :

“Why a vice presidential candidate’s home state doesn’t matter (much)”

The Christian Science Monitor (April 24, 2012): Kaine’s absence at the ‘Shad Planking’ certainly did not go unnoticed in public and political spheres:

“’Shad Planking’ offers window on US Senate race in Virginia”

Fox News (April 24, 2012): Obama addresses the overhanging debt bomb (student loans) in key states:

“Obama takes on student loan costs, eyes young voters”

Politico (April 24, 2012): Newt goes all in on Delaware – takes a firm last stand:

“Could Newt pull off a Delaware upset?”

India Abroad (April 23, 2012): Fundraising efforts are now underway in establishing VCU’s India Chair in Democracy and Civil Society:

“’It represents the highest traditions of the best ideals of both our nations’”

Yahoo News (April 23, 2012):NK threatens to turn Seoul to ashes:

“N. Korean army vows to turn Seoul to ashes”

South Bend Tribune (April 23, 2012): Romney VP strategy now garners incredible attention as Santorum ends his candidacy:

“Piecing together a Romney VP strategy”

The Washington Post (April 23, 2012): Is the tea party movement fading? WP speculates:

“Is the tea party still relevant?”

Politico (April 19, 2012): The majority of the populace shares the same view as I when discussing a Romney VP:

“Poll: Condi Rice tops GOP VP list”

The Washington Post (April 19, 2012): A strong Michigan economy during the 2012 election may result in an Obama victory in Romney’s native state:

“Stronger Michigan economy could hurt Romney’s chances to win his native state over Obama”

The New York Times (April 19, 2012): The NYT breaks down who voted for Romney and Santorum:

“Who Voted for Rick Santorum and Mitt Romney”

Bloomberg (April 19, 2012): Forecasting the economic climate – a 2012 recession on the horizon?:

“Will U.S. Avoid 2012 Recession? A Postscript”

TIME (April 18, 2012): TIME presents the case for and against a Romney-Rubio ticket:

“Handicapping the Veepstakes: The Case For (and Against) Marco Rubio”

The Washington Post (April 18, 2012): New poll indicates a majority of the populace is uninformed when naming the current Chief Justice:

“The most amazing Supreme Court chart. Maybe ever.”

CNN (April 18, 2012): FL judge will decide by Friday on whether to remove herself from Trayvon Martin case:

“Judge deciding whether to step aside from George Zimmerman case”

Richmond Times-Dispatch (April 18, 2012):  Being among 8 other VA governors last night was very welcoming and congenial:

“Sorensen gala gathers nine Va. Governors”

The Northern Virginia Daily (April 17, 2012): Virginia could improve more in regards to its child-abuse reporting laws – VA received a grade of B-:

“Va. earns B- for its child-abuse reporting laws”

MSN Money (April 17, 2012): We are living in an epoch of ‘bad money’ where printing more money is commonplace:

“A new era of bad money”

CNN (April 17, 2012): CNN poll indicates 7 out of 10 favor the ‘Buffett Rule’:

“CNN Poll: 7 out of 10 support ‘Buffett Rule’”

The Washington Post (April 17, 2012): Electoral calculus is forever changing – WP argues VA may be the swingiest state in the country:

“The 9 swing states of 2012”

AlterNet (April 16, 2012): Is the extraordinarily conservative agenda in VA making it the worst state in the nation? AlterNet thinks so:

“5 Ways Virginia May Be the Worst State in the Nation”

Hampton Roads (April 16, 2012): We must never forget the tragic events that took place at Virginia Tech just 5 years ago:

“Virginia Tech remembers shooting victims five years later”

Yahoo News (April 16, 2012): Bill Cosby suggests race is not the biggest issue in the Trayvon Martin case – instead it is guns:

“Bill Cosby on George Zimmerman: Guns, not race, real issue in Trayvon Martin case”

The New York Times (April 16, 2012): Achieving a 2012 victory in Arizona will be a huge obstacle for Obama – but possible:

“Obama Camp, Seeing Shift, Bets on Long Shot in Arizona”

The New Republic (April 13, 2012): 2012 is just not the same as 2008 – for Obama:

“Seven Ways 2012 Won’t Be Anything Like 2008 For Team Obama”

Foreign Affairs (April 13, 2012): Will NK get a free-pass from the U.S. after the nation flexed its military muscle?:

“Why North Korea Gets Away With It”

The New York Times (April 13, 2012): Motherhood and gender appear to be the major themes on the campaign trail for the 2012 general:

“Collision Over Roles of Women Sets Off Combative Debate Along the Trail”

CNN (April 13, 2012): Zimmerman’s attorney feels it will be at least six months, possibly a year, before the case goes to trial:

“Next big question in the Trayvon Martin case: What now?”

Yahoo News (April 12, 2012): Romney is not ruling out a Romney-Santorum ticket – stating “everybody is on his list”:

“Romney Won’t Rule Out Romney-Santorum Ticket”

The Guardian (April 12, 2012): Swing voters may be the responsible ones in electing the next President –TNR speculates:

“George Zimmerman’s trial could be as divisive as OJ Simpson’s”

The New Republic (April 12, 2012): After being charged with 2nd degree murder, Zimmerman’s case could be as divisive as OJ Simpson’s:

“Why There Are Many More Swing Voters Than You Think”

Fox News (April 12, 2012): Potential Afghan plan would replace thousands of US troops with small special ops teams:

“Potential Afghan war plan would replace thousands of US troops with special ops teams”

Yahoo News (April 11, 2012):HR Clinton reflects on the operation that killed Osama bin Laden:

“Clinton Says Those Watching Bin Laden Death ‘Couldn’t Breathe for 35 Minutes’”

Los Angeles Times (April 11, 2012): LA Times discusses an Obama-Romney contest coming down to just 4 states – VA being one:

“How close? Obama-Romney contest could come down to four states”

The Washington Post (April 11, 2012): Recent poll indicates a racial divide in wake of the shooting and killing of Trayvon Martin:

“Trayvon Martin case: Poll finds stark racial divide”

CNN (April 11, 2012): Romney plans on campaigning with Santorum – Santorum has yet to endorse him:

“Romney plans to campaign with Santorum”

AFP (April 10, 2012): Martin’s killer is now asking for donations to support his living expenses and legal defense:

“Trayvon Martin’s killer asks for donations”

Politico (April 10, 2012): Obama’s Health Care Reform: A debate on Fairness and Constitutionality? :

“’Obamacare’: Fairness v. justice”

The New York Times (April 10, 2012): Teacher evaluations and privacy is a subject of debate in NY:

“Release of City Teachers’ Rankings Prompts Lawmakers to Weigh Limiting Access”

The Washington Post (April 10, 2012): April 17 – I will be in the company of 8 other VA Governors at the Sorensen Institute’s annual gala:

“Virginia’s nine living governors to gather in Richmond next week”

The Washington Post (April 9, 2012): Apparent connection between “Stand Your Ground” and “justifiable” homicide cases exists:

“Stand Your Ground laws coincide with jump in justifiable-homicide cases”

The Washington Post (April 9, 2012): Opening to the 2012 general campaign appeared lackluster and very disappointing:

“A disappointing opening to the 2012 general election campaign”

CNN (April 9, 2012): There are foreseeable economic hurdles following job report release:

“Stocks set for ugly open following jobs report”

Yahoo News (April 9, 2012): 2nd US Naval aircraft carrier is deployed in Persian Gulf:

“US Navy deploys 2nd aircraft carrier to Persian Gulf amid Iran tensions”

The New Republic (April 6, 2012): Studies by Kinder and Dale-Riddle suggest race may be more salient now than during the 2008 election:

“The Sagacity of Hope”

Real Clear Politics (April 6, 2012): The political calculus for the magic “270” between Romney and Obama is being premeditated:

“Obama, Romney and the Pathways to 270”

Fox News (April 6, 2012): President Clinton would be ‘happy’ if HR Clinton decides on a presidential run in 2016:

“Bill Clinton ‘happy’ if wife opts to run in 2016”

Yahoo News (April 6, 2012): A “Cuban Spring” on the horizon?:

“The Next Cuban Revolution?”

Associated Press (April 5, 2012): The gloves are off in what appears to be an Obama-Romney match-up in the 2012 general:

“Don’t expect a warm and fuzzy Romney this fall”

CNBC (April 5, 2012): If stocks fall as much as 10 percent – expect the Fed to step in:

“Why the Fed Will Intervene If Stocks Fall Too Far”

Go Dan River (April 5, 2012): Lee Vogler, a former student of mine, is seeking to better the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of Danville

“Former governor endorses Danville candidate”

USA TODAY (April 5, 2012): PPP indicates Romney has a 5% edge over Santorum – in his home state of Pennsylvania:

“Pa. poll: Romney opens lead in Santorum’s backyard”

The New York Times (April 4, 2012): Golf’s segregated state wanes in era of riches:

“Treasure of Golf’s Sad Past, Black Caddies Vanish in Era of Riches”

The Telegraph (April 4, 2012): HR Clinton warns of what a nuclear-armed Iran would bring:

“Hillary Clinton warns nuclear-armed Iran would be ‘destabilising’”

Los Angeles Times (April 4, 2012): A poor performance or defeat for Santorum in Pennsylvania would ideally end the GOP contest:

“Analysis: Romney, Santorum headed for a climax in Pennsylvania”

Real Clear Politics (April 4, 2012): An absence of enthusiasm for Obama may have undecided voters look to Obama’s challenger:

“Obama’s Enthusiasm Gap”

Real Clear Politics (April 3, 2012): Obama suggests overturning the health reform law would be putting politics ahead of legal reasoning:

“Obama: Supreme Court Will Uphold Health Law”

GALLUP (April 3, 2012): Richmond, VA receives third highest job creation index score in new large city study:

“Oklahoma City Leads Large Cities in Job Creation”

The Christian Science Monitor (April 3, 2012): Zimmerman to turn himself in – if charged:

“George Zimmerman ready to surrender, if charged”

The Washington Post (April 3, 2012): Indian Ambassador Nirupama Rao will bring a wealth of knowledge and life experiences to the VCU campus & community:

“McDonnell joins Indian ambassador to launch new VCU program”

Yahoo News (April 2, 2012): Poor behavior in the media is reflected in Martin tragedy:

“Trayvon Martin case exposes worst in media”

USA TODAY (April 2, 2012): New poll indicates Obama holds a large lead Romney among women voters:

“A widening gender gap boosts Obama over Romney”

Boston Globe (April 2, 2012): Strategy to brand Romney with oil ties is unfolding:

“Democratic group targets Romney ties to oil”

CNBC (April 2, 2012): Politically induced anxieties loom in global market:

“Markets to Pause for Breath in Second Quarter: Analysts”

San Francisco Chronicle (March 30, 2012): Benjamin Crump thought an arrest was sure to occur –he will now represent Martin family:

“Martin family lawyer known for civil rights cases”

CNBC (March 30, 2012): Chief Economist says low interest rates are toxic for the economy:

“Fed’s Low Interest Rates ‘Toxic’ for Economy: Pro”

Fox News (March 30, 2012): Romney’s negative rating exceeds his positive rating by double digits:

“Romney’s next big crisis”

Yahoo News (March 30, 2012): Justices hold secret meeting to vote on health care case today:

“Justices meet Friday to vote on health care case”

Los Angeles Times (March 29, 2012): Obama reaches out to groups that would be hurt by an overturned healthcare law:

“Obama targets groups that would be hurt by overturned healthcare law”

CNN (March 29, 2012): Obama leads Romney and Santorum in hypothetical general election matchup:

“CNN Poll: Obama leads Romney and Santorum in November showdowns”

The New York Times (March 29, 2012): A VP Governor is statistically unfavorable and unlikely – Romney likely to break precedent?:

“For a Romney Running Mate, Don’t Bet on a Governor”

Reuters (March 29, 2012): Hands-off approach remains to be U.S. remedy to Syrian bloodshed:

“UPDATE 1-Amid fresh diplomacy, US still wary of direct Syria role”

CBS 6 (March 28, 2012): Time will soon tell if Mike Herring is ready to run for VA’s AG:

“Who’s the next Attorney General for Virginia?”

Richmond Times-Dispatch (March 28, 2012): VA’s congressional redistricting plan has been approved – undergoing only minor modification:

“Redistricting: Justice approves”

Chicago Tribune (March 28, 2012): The Trayvon Martin case has promulgated a national dialogue on race among other legal issues:

“Why race still matters in America”

The Telegraph (March 28, 2012): The Telegraph discusses the ripple effect that may form if the Supreme Court strikes down Obamacare :

“If the US Supreme Court strikes down Obamacare, this presidential election will go nuclear”

Fox Cleveland (March 27, 2012): Paul still argues it is too soon to count anyone out of the GOP nomination contest:

“Paul: Don’t Count Me Out”

The New York Times (March 27, 2012): Liberty will be a core theme in framing pertinent questions in health care debate:

“For Justices, a Matter of Framing the Core Issue on Health Care”

Real Clear Politics (March 27, 2012): RCP discusses…the “Stand Your Ground” laws as a license to kill? :

“Repeal the ‘Stand Your Ground’ Laws”

Politico (March 27, 2012): Now, 69% oppose U.S. involvement in Afghanistan:

“Poll: Record 69% oppose Afghanistan war”

Yahoo News (March 26, 2012): Israel is working off of a shorter timetable than the U.S. when addressing Iran:

“Is Netanyahu Dreaming in Cuban on Iran?”

CNN (March 26, 2012): 75% say George Zimmerman should be arrested for shooting and killing Trayvon Martin:

“CNN Poll: Majority call for arrest in Trayvon Martin shooting”

CBS (March 26, 2012): Americans are beginning to treat the Trayvon Martin case with the seriousness it deserves:

“Month since Trayvon Martin death, fury grows”

NBC (March 26, 2012): Supreme Court may define Obama’s presidency and legacy with ruling on 2010 health care mandate:

“Court signals it will decide constitutionality of health care mandate”

CNN (March 22, 2012): Police Chief now steps aside – with the discourse and full-investigation only just beginning:

“Sanford, Florida, police chief steps aside ‘temporarily’ in fallout from teen’s death”

Tim Wise (March 22, 2012): Tim Wise writes on society and the murder of Trayvon Martin:

“Trayvon Martin, White Denial and the Unacceptable Burden of Blackness in America”

Detroit Free Press (March 22, 2012): Etch a sketch remark is likely to sustain until the general election:

“Romney on Etch A Sketch comparison: ‘I’m running as a conservative Republican’”

CNBC (March 22, 2012): CNBC reports: by historical standards – the recovery has been extremely weak:

“Despite Gains, This is the ‘Weakest Recovery Ever’: Rosenberg”

Politico (March 22, 2012): Biden has his eye on 2016?:

“Joe Biden in 2016? Not so crazy”

The New Yorker (March 21, 2012): A changing Supreme Court and the underlying constitutional law will determine the fate of health-care reform:

“HOLDING COURT”

Forbes (March 21, 2012): Undertones of personal freedoms and big government are evident in the blockbuster novel “The Hunger Games”:

“Suzanne Collins’ “The Hunger Games” Illustrates the Horrors of Big Government”

MSNBC (March 21, 2012): The poor European economy is beginning to sway the U.S. economy – acting as a possible contagion:

“Bernanke warns of possible European ‘contagion’”

The New York Times (March 21, 2012): The American populace is less concerned about the income gap than citizens of other countries:

“Inequality Undermines Democracy”

Pilot Online (March 20, 2012): Romney-McDonnell pairing would not fare well against Obama-Biden… even in VA:

“Poll: Romney-McDonnell ticket wouldn’t beat Obama”

Yahoo News (March 20, 2012): US missile shield could provoke Russian resistance with an aggressive countermeasure:

“Russian president orders military to prepare countermeasures against US missile shield”

CNN (March 20, 2012): Recent Poll indicates Obama is favored over entire GOP field in the must win state of Virginia:

“Obama leads GOP in battleground Virginia”

Politico (March 20, 2012): A cliché more appropriate than ever: the most important presidential election in American history:

“The most important presidential election ever”

abc (March 19, 2012): 2/3 of Americans are signaling at least some resistance towards the federal health care law:

“As Health Care Law’s Trial Approaches, Two-Thirds Say Ditch Individual Mandate”

The New Yorker (March 19, 2012): The New Yorker discusses what Obama could have done differently during unfortunate economic times:

“REPLAY”

Daily Press (March 19, 2012): VA received a poor grade at “delivering government transparency and accountability”:

“Virginia among states most at risk for government corruption, report says”

Chicago Tribune (March 19, 2012): Romney and Santorum battle for votes on the eve of the Illinois primary:

“Illinois primary is set for frenzied finish”

Yahoo News (March 15, 2012): An alliance between Romney and Paul is seemingly evident:

“Why Ron Paul May Cut a Deal With Mitt Romney”

The Washington Post (March 15, 2012): Kaine counters Allen with a Super PAC of his own:

“Kaine gets a Super PAC, too”

USA TODAY (March 15, 2012): The Obama campaign uses Biden and sharp rhetoric to blast Republicans:

“Obama re-election team unleashes Joe Biden”

Bloomberg (March 15, 2012): New claims for jobless benefits indicate the labor market is improving:

“Jobless Claims in U.S. Decrease, Matching Four-Year Low”

CBS News (March 14, 2012): Obama promises the force of law when addressing the recent tragedy that left 16 innocent Afghan civilians dead:

“Obama promises to use “full force of the law” in response to Afghan killings”

The Washington Examiner (March 14, 2012): Gingrich notes the presidential nomination of 1920 and the case of Leonard Wood when discussing his chances:

“Losing, Newt sets new goal: Keep Mitt from 1,144”

The New York Times (March 14, 2012): The NYT presents the statistical significance of oil prices on election results – 2012 could be an outlier:

“Risks to Obama in Oil Price Instability”

Richmond Times-Dispatch (March 14, 2012): A super PAC rears its ugly head in VA with sights set on Kaine – will Kaine counter?:

“Schapiro column: Kaine isn’t ruling out super PAC”

The New Republic (March 13, 2012): What should and will Obama’s agenda be for the next four years? TNR contributes:

“What Should Obama Do in His Second Term?”

NEWSMAX (March 13, 2012): The Obama campaign is aiming to muster the women’s vote and rally the base during partisan squabbling:

“Obama Campaign Plans Bid to Capture Women’s Vote in November”

The Baltimore Sun (March 13, 2012): The GOP nominating contest is nothing like the Obama-Clinton matchup:

“Why the GOP primary isn’t like Obama vs. Clinton in ’08”

Salon (March 13, 2012): Report: The WH is very worried about being fully-connected to the rising cost of gas:

“Obama’s sudden polling crash”

The State Column (March 12, 2012): A HR Clinton political comeback in 2016? Unlikely – but not absolutely inconceivable:

“Obama campaign offers advice to Mitt Romney”

Bloomberg (March 12, 2012): Obama campaign offers words of wisdom to Mitt:

“Clinton’s Triumph at State Raises Bar for Next Act: Albert Hunt”

The Washington Post (March 12, 2012): VCU joins the company of UVa and Norfolk State to represent VA in the Big Dance – Congratulations to all:

“CAA champion Virginia Commonwealth hopes to start another NCAA run in Oregon vs Wichita State”

Richmond Times-Dispatch (March 12, 2012): The auto club notes that Virginians can expect to pay at least $4 per gallon of gasoline very soon:

“Va. drivers will see higher prices at the pump”

MSNBC (March 9, 2012): New report reveals where the gap between the affluent and poor is the widest:

“Here’s where the gap is widest between rich, poor”

Politico (March 9, 2012): Romney is demonstrating a reputation of weakness for the general election:

“Is Mitt Romney the new Bob Dole?”

CNN (March 9, 20120):  Iran’s acquisition of “a bomb” remains in Churchill’s words –“a riddle wrapped in a mystery, inside an enigma”:

“Iran’s nuclear program: the riddle, the enigma and the mystery”

CNBC (March 9, 2012): Times of the bull market may be waning:

“Is the End Near for Three-Year-Old Bull Market?”

Wilder Visions (March 8, 2012): Read my latest interview on the 2012 election with the grio on Wilder Visions:

“Former VA governor Doug Wilder predicts close race in November, touts Rubio”

The Washington Post (March 8, 2012): By the end of March – the GOP presidential field will likely be further defined and delineated:

“Why Newt Gingrich shouldn’t drop out”

The Atlantic (March 8, 2012): The Atlantic notes, “Running government today is like trying to run a business using every idea every manager had.”:

“It’s Time to Clean House”

USA TODAY (March 8, 2012): An investigation into the last years of Osama bin Laden’s life has perpetuated further dialogue and questions:

“Research into bin Laden’s last years generates questions”

The Washington Post (March 7, 2012): With Ron Paul taking 40% here in VA – there is still great unease among the GOP to support Romney:

“Romney wins Virginia easily, but a tougher battle may lie ahead”

Bloomberg (March 7, 2012): Bloomberg forecasts a very close presidential election:

“Obama Is More Vulnerable Than Republicans Think: Ramesh Ponnuru”

Foreign Policy (March 7, 2012): Bill Clinton once noted, “Primaries are designed to chew you up and spit you out”…the 2012 GOP field is undergoing that circumstance:

“Not-So-Super Tuesday”

CNN (March 7, 2012): The Canadian dollar may be adopted as Iceland’s official currency:

“Is Canada the world’s next superpower?”

Los Angeles Times (March 6, 2012): LA Times dives into the issue of escalating gas prices and the reasons behind them:

“Q&A: Why gasoline prices are so high”

Politico (March 6, 2012): Lieberman expresses some interest in supporting a third-party candidate:

“Joe Lieberman could back third-party candidate”

CNN (March 6, 2012): The economic climates of the Super Tuesday states vary quite differently:

“The Super Tuesday economy”

Real Clear Politics (March 6, 2012): Projecting the results in each Super Tuesday State – with all eyes on Ohio:

“How the Super Tuesday States Shape Up”

The Washington Times (March 5, 2012): Amount of time left before scheduled adjournment is dwindling – with no agreement on a two-year spending plan:

“Passing a budget on time remains hurdle for Virginia legislature”

Real Clear Science (March 5, 2012): Next space race is expected to be launched by China:

“Will China Trigger Another Space Race?”

Yahoo News (March 5, 2012): Newt desperately hopes for a victory in Georgia to remain relevant in the race for the nomination:

“Newt-a-Mania Gripping Georgia?

USA TODAY (March 5, 2012): The 10 states on Super Tuesday exhibit diverse challenges – each candidate takes a different approach in clinching a victory:

“Super Tuesday: 10 states, diverse challenges”

Los Angeles Times (March 2, 2012): Obama is the ultimate victor in Michigan:

“Michigan primary’s big winner may not be Mitt Romney”

Salon (March 2, 2012): Salon presents gas prices as just a pyrite-like political issue discussed among Obama’s opposition:

“The fool’s gold of gas price politics”

The Washington Post (March 2, 2012): Olympia Snowe explains her U.S. Senate departure:

“Olympia Snowe: Why I’m leaving the Senate”

The New York Times (March 2, 2012): An in-depth political calculus and analysis of primary polling:

“A Warning on the Accuracy of Primary Polls”

Ajc (March 1, 2012): HR Clinton and Panetta stand firm behind Obama’s foreign policy with Israel:

“Clinton, Panetta defend administration on Israel”

Yahoo News (March 1, 2012): Obama defends his apology on the burning of Korans – claiming it “calmed things down”:

“President Obama: Koran Apology ‘Calmed Things Down’”

USA TODAY (March 1, 2012): Bernanke foresees just a modest economic growth for America in ‘12:

“Bernanke expects job growth to be hard to come by in ’12”

The New York Times (March 1, 2012): Economic prosperity for America will need to be evident for Obama’s new “comeback” theme to be possible:

“President Offers Theme of Nation Seeing a Comeback”

Fox News (February 29, 2012): Check out my interview yesterday on FOXNEWS with Neil Cavuto on America’s financial wellbeing and the field of presidential hopefuls:

“How will the stock market influence 2012?”

abc (February 29, 2012): Abc presents a timeline of political factoids unique to a Leap Year:

“Leap Year Politics”

The New York Times (February 29, 2012): The race to win the presidency through the lens of a Greek Tragedy:

“G.O.P. Greek Tragedy”

The Washington Post (February 29, 2012): Allen holds 8-point lead over Kaine –Allen concurrently takes on feline opponent:

“George Allen responds quickly to Hank the Cat’s candidacy”

CNN (February 28, 2012): Are mistakes made with NK now being made with Iran? – CNN speculates:

“Is Iran another North Korea?”

Yahoo News (February 28, 2012): Michigan appears to be the state that will define the front-runner in the GOP field:

“Romney faces day of reckoning in Michigan”

Richmond Times-Dispatch (February 28, 2012): Will Virgil Goode’s Mr. Independent approach to the 2012 race have any effect on who carries VA?:

“Virgil Goode: Mr. Independent”

USA TODAY (February 28, 2012): My thoughts and prayers are with the families of the victims and survivors of the unimaginable devastation facing Ohio:

“Ohio shooting plunges school into chaos”

The Roanoke Times (February 27, 2012): Families of victims and survivors of VaTech’s 2007 shootings strongly urged McDonnell to keep the 1-handgun-a-month:

“Tech families want 1-gun-a-month law to stay”

NBC (February 27, 2012): VaTech families hope the Governor takes into account the 66% who want to keep 1-handgun-a-month:

“Va. Gov. McDonnell Considering Opinions Before Repealing Gun Law”

USA TODAY (February 27, 2012): Obama claims governors have one of the best yet toughest jobs:

“Obama: Governors have good, but tough jobs”

Real Clear Politics (February 27, 2012): Kaine appears pleased to be on the same Democratic ticket as Obama in 2012:

“Kaine Embraces Obama Anew — Thanks to Va. GOP”

Politico (February 27, 2012): New polls indicate bad signs for both Republicans and Democrats:

“Republican poll analysis: Warning signs for both parties”

The Virginian-Pilot (February 24, 2012): Dempsey Morgan, a Tuskegee Airman, will receive a civil rights award today in Salem, VA:

“Tuskegee Airman from Va. to be honored”

The Washington Post (February 24, 2012): Kaine and Perriello head to an Obama sponsored youth summit this weekend in Richmond, VA:

“Kaine, Perriello to join Obama campaign ‘youth summit’ in Richmond Saturday”

USA TODAY (February 24, 2012): Many agree with Obama’s decision making – but also agree he is “too liberal”:

“Poll: Half see Obama as ‘too liberal’; many agree with him”

Politico (February 24, 2012): Jeb Bush finds GOP presidential hopefuls troubling when appealing to people’s fears:

“Reports: Jeb Bush says 2012ers are ‘appealing to people’s fears’”

The Daily Caller (February 23, 2012): There is some speculation that Sen. Rand Paul can be Romney’s veep :

“Rand Paul says ‘it would be an honor to be considered’ as Romney’s veep (this explains a lot)”

npr (February 23, 2012): Economists have demonstrated great opposition to Obama’s remedy for  the U.S. tax code:

“To Close Tax Loopholes, Obama Would Open New Ones”

Sabato’s Crystal Ball (February 23, 2012): Sabato discusses the GOP field and the meaning of Santorum’s recent surge in the polls:

“The Santorum Surge and Its Larger Meaning

Tampa Bay Times (February 23, 2012): Obama heads to FL for high-dollar fundraisers:

“President Obama to talk about economy, raise campaign dollars in Florida”

GALLUP (February 22, 2012): Northern Nigerians see interaction with the West as more of a benefit than a threat:

“Northern Nigerians’ Views Not in Line With Boko Haram’s”

Bloomberg (February 22, 2012): The housing market is gaining traction as home sales climb 4.3%:

“Sales of Existing U.S. Homes Rise 4.3%, Best Since May 2010”

National Review (February 22, 2012): Has America already fallen victim to the same economic conditions now straining Europe?:

“We’re Already Europe”

Politico (February 22, 2012): Politico offers a list of 10 Republicans who could still jump into the GOP field of presidential hopefuls:

“10 Republicans who could jump in”

The Washington Post (February 21, 2012): Mardi Gras celebrations expand all across the globe – epicenter being New Orleans:

“Mardi Gras celebration rocks New Orleans with Fat Tuesday music, revelry and parades”

Forbes (February 21, 2012): Billionaire Sheldon Adelson is becoming a likely “power player” in the 2012 election:

“Billionaire Sheldon Adelson Says He Might Give $100M To Newt Gingrich Or Other Republican”

CNN (February 21, 2012): A sense of optimism in Greece results in the Dow reaching 13,000:

“Dow crosses 13,000”

TIME (February 21, 2012):$4+ a gallon gasoline is already witnessed in 3 states – soon to be commonplace:

“Gas Prices Already Top $4 a Gallon in Three States”

Richmond Times-Dispatch (February 20, 2012): I knew that a majority of Virginians supported the one-handgun-a-month law. This new poll reflects just how wide that majority is:

“Poll finds most Virginians oppose changes in abortion, gun laws”

City Journal (February 20, 2012):  The City Journal discusses on Presidents’ Day “The times that tried men’s souls”:

“When George Washington Became Great”

CNN (February 20, 2012): What factors could make the 2012 race even wilder? CNN speculates:

“Many wild cards could swing the 2012 presidential race”

USA TODAY (February 20, 2012): Most Republicans oppose a ‘brokered’ convention:

“Poll: Republican voters oppose a ‘brokered’ convention”

Los Angeles Times (February 17, 2012): Obama raised $29.1 million in the first month of 2012:

“Obama starts 2012 with a $29 million fundraising haul”

USA Today (February 17, 2012): Obama’s stimulus celebrates 3-year anniversary today – the debate on its benefits has extended online:

“Obama, GOP take stimulus debate online”

The Washington Post (February 17, 2012): Former VA congressman is beginning a presidential campaign committee – but his party now remains unclear:

“Ex-congressman Virgil Goode eyes presidential bid”

The Bulletin (February 17, 2012): HR Clinton denies succeeding World Bank President Robert Zoellick:

“Summers, Clinton said to be top World Bank contenders”

The Washington Times (February 16, 2012): The first lady is urging state governments to help spouses of military service members:

“First lady advocates for military spouses at Pentagon”

U-T San Diego (February 16, 2012): Proposed Obama plan, if enacted, is expected to add $901 billion to the national debt:

“It’s math, not politics: Vast debt a killer”

The Washington Post (February 16, 2012): Top VA GOP leaders are slowly being reinstated into the party:

“Virginia’s top Republicans returning to the party — gradually”

Politico (February 16, 2012): 1,531 federal public corruption convictions in the Northern district of IL make the Windy City the most corrupt city in America:

“Chicago most corrupt city, report shows”

The New York Times (February 15, 2012): With upbeat economic reports – the NYT discusses why Obama will embrace the 99%:

“Why Obama Will Embrace the 99 Percent”

NBC (February 15, 2012): A Pew Center on the States report indicates 1 in 8 voter registrations have errors:

“Study: 1 in 8 voter registrations have errors”

Bloomberg (February 15, 2012): Iran has successfully loaded domestic fuel rods into its nuclear research reactor:

“Iran Says It’s Loaded Locally Made Fuel Plates Into Tehran Nuclear Reactor”

Yahoo News (February 15, 2012): New poll reflects an Obama victory if election were held today:

“Poll: Obama’s Approval Up, Beats All Comers if Election Were Today”

USA TODAY (February 14, 2012): Gingrich is in for the long haul – believes in the next few weeks he will be the leader in the Gallup poll:

“Gingrich says he won’t quit GOP race”

Politico (February 14, 2012): A new survey suggests many consider China a friendly nation – but still not an ally:

“Poll: 63% say China is friendly to U.S.”

The Wall Street Journal (February 14, 2012): Is the wisest campaign for a Obama 2012 victory a recurrence of Truman’s ’48?:

“The Do-Nothing Senate”

Richmond Times-Dispatch (February 14, 2012): RTD discusses the corollaries that exist when repealing the One-Gun-A-Month Law:

“Mike Williams: A step backward on guns”

Los Angeles Times (February 13, 2012): The unveiling of the 2013 budget has set the stage for the 2012 election:

“Obama budget is preview of election battle”

The American Spectator (February 13, 2012): February has been a month for the GOP to truly think about their presidential hopefuls:

“Can Mitt Close the Deal?”

Yahoo News (February 13, 2012): The U.S. Navy is preparing for Iranian suicide bomb boats in the Gulf:

“U.S. Navy: Iran prepares suicide bomb boats in Gulf”

The Washington Post (February 13, 2012): 2 VA senate dems shirked their party’s duty by repealing the One-Gun-A-Month Law:

“AP Interview: Wilder blames 2 Senate Dems for abetting GOP’s bid to repeal One-Gun-A-Month Law”

The Washington Post (February 10, 2012): Obama is coming to the swing state of VA to discuss his 2013 budget with NVCC:

“Obama returns to Northern Virginia on Monday”

Red State (February 10, 2012): Will the GOP embrace the apparent “frontrunner” or look elsewhere?:

“The Frontrunner”

Yahoo News (February 10, 2012): CPAC and conservatives are displaying a hunger for an enchanted GOP field:

“CPAC Buzz Reflects Disenchantment With GOP Field”

USA TODAY (February 10, 2012): Economists forecast economic growth of around 2.3% for 2012:

“Trade deficit widens to $49 billion in December”

Yahoo News (February 10, 2012): CPAC and conservatives are displaying a hunger for an enchanted GOP field:

“CPAC Buzz Reflects Disenchantment With GOP Field”

USA TODAY (February 10, 2012): Economists forecast economic growth of around 2.3% for 2012:

“Trade deficit widens to $49 billion in December”

Yahoo News (February 9, 2012): Americans are struggling in a tight job market – record gaps in employment between the young and old are evident:

“US jobs gap between young and old is widest ever”

San Francisco Chronicle (February 9, 2012): Now in the political spotlight, Santorum can expect an onslaught of attacks:

“Rick Santorum, now a contender, braces for attacks”

The New York Times (February 9, 2012): In disagreement with the Obama administration, Israel claims a nuclear Iran is fast approaching:

“U.S. and Israel Split on Speed of Iran Threat”

Real Clear Politics (February 9, 2012): Will the recipe be complete for a brokered GOP convention?:

“Path to a Brokered GOP Convention Emerges”

CBS News (February 8, 2012): New poll shows Obama edging Romney by 4 percent in VA – Obama’s approval still below 50 percent:

“Obama leads Romney in Virginia poll”

Yahoo News (February 8, 2012): Iran claims they have the ability to attack U.S. interests worldwide:

“Iran says can hit U.S. interests worldwide if attacked”

USA TODAY (February 8, 2012): Santorum rises as conservative alternative to Mitt Romney with a three-state sweep last night:

“Santorum slams Romney as ‘Mr. Big Government’”

Reuters (February 8, 2012): Super PACs will be potent for both the GOP and Obama in 2012:

“In shift, Obama campaign to support Super PAC fundraiser”

TIME (February 7, 2012): New poll reveals the tension over economic inequality exceeds that of race and immigration:

“The New Upper Class and the Real Reason We Dislike Them”

Los Angeles Times (February 7, 2012): Suffering continues at the pump – average prices were at an all-time high for Jan.:

“Average U.S. gas prices hover at record-high levels”

CNN (February 7, 2012): Obama and GOP presidential hopefuls all have donated heavily to charities:

“Charity on the campaign trail”

The Wall Street Journal (February 7, 2012): Tax increases – a failed policy for MD?:

“Maryland’s Son of Obama”

The New York Times (February 6, 2012): A glance into the Dem’s nominating contest for 2016:

“The 2016 Election, Already Upon Us”

USA Today (February 6, 2012):U.S. government has gained insight into Iran’s nuclear program – having a “very good estimate”:

“Obama: We have “very good estimate” on Iran nuclear program”

Los Angeles Times (February 6, 2012): Obama claims progress has been made – further asserts he deserves a second term:

“Obama in Super Bowl interview: ‘I deserve a second term’”

Reuters (February 6, 2012): China and Russia vetoed a UN resolution for Syria amid escalating bloodshed:

“Anger after Russia, China block U.N. action on Syria”

USA TODAY (February 3, 2012): Unemployment rate hits lowest point in almost 3 years:

“Economy adds 243,000 jobs in Jan.; jobless rate 8.3%”

National Review (February 3, 2012): If elected, Romney would have to be committed to conservative principles:

The Case for Romney”

National Journal (February 3, 2012): New poll numbers are making Obama’s calculus to success in 2012 more difficult:

“Rocky Terrain: Obama’s Electoral College Map Grows Steeper”

Politico (February 3, 2012): Memories of adversity are what drives President Obama and the first lady:

“Michelle Obama: We’re driven by family struggles”

The New York Times (February 2, 2012): Paul is going all in on Nevada and the rest of the caucus states :

“Among These Republicans, Paul Supporters Go From Outsiders to Vanguard”

Politico (February 2, 2012): Politico indicates Obama should be worried about money raised, status of swing states, and job growth:

“Why Obama should be worried”

Richmond Times-Dispatch (February 2, 2012): U.S. no-fly list has doubled just in the past year – up to 21,000 with 500 being Americans:

“AP reports U.S. no-fly list doubles in past year to 21,000”

NPR (February 2, 2012): NPR discusses a recent Manhattan Institute report that suggests “the end of the segregated century”:

“Report Suggests ‘End Of The Segregated Century’”

The Washington Post (February 1, 2012): Hollywood did not portray the real Tuskegee Airmen:

“‘Red Tails’ a disservice to Tuskegee Airmen”

The New York Times (February 1, 2012): The wealthy are showing some favoritism towards Romney’s campaign and his supporting super PACs:

“G.O.P. Donors Showing Thirst to Oust Obama in November”

ajc (February 1, 2012): Romney claims that an apparent safety net prevents concern for the “very poor”:

“Romney: ‘I’m not concerned about the very poor’”

The Telegraph (February 1, 2012): A low GOP turnout in FL is good news to the Obama campaign:

“What Mitt Romney’s victories have in common: a low Republican turnout. Terrific news for Barack Obama”

CNN (January 31, 2012): Drone attack comments made by Obama were no mistake:

“Obama’s drone comment was no slip-up, official says”

USA TODAY (January 31, 2012): Stocks have best January finish since 1997:

“Stocks headed for best January since 1997”

Los Angeles Times (January 31, 2012): U.S. officials are scheduled to testify – threat domestic attack from Iran grows:

“U.S. officials see increasing threat of domestic attack from Iran”

The New York Times (January 31, 2012): Since the peak price for homes in 2006 – there has been a 33% decline:

“Home Prices Decline Again”

Charles Clymer (January 30, 2012):  The blogosphere continues to display a hunger for a HR Clinton VP in ’12 and presidency in ’16:

“Vice President Hillary Clinton?”

Huffington Post (January 30, 2012): Obama watches GOP candidates bash one another – GOP attacks may make Obama’s campaign appear positive:

“Obama is the Big Winner of the GOP Primaries So Far”

Politico (January 30, 2012): Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz claims Romney cannot win FL against Obama:

“DWS: Even Rubio won’t help Mitt”

Buffalo News (January 30, 2012): The DNC and union members are pulling for Gingrich in FL:

“Democrats playing a dangerous game”

The Washington Post (January 27, 2012): Obama is set to open reelection HQ in Richmond this Saturday:

“Obama campaign to open Va. Headquarters”

Real Clear Politics (January 27, 2012): Is sharp rhetoric all that is expressed by Obama and the GOP presidential hopefuls? RCP highlights 5 critical issues:

“The True State of Our Union”

The weekly Standard (January 27, 2012): Romneycare may be an issue for the Tea Party to get angry about:

“‘It’s Not Worth Gett

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