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By Creighton Harrington at 10:37AM

Mar 5, 2010

Kentucky Senate Polls Show Increasing Support for Ron Paul's Son

According to Rasmussen Reports, Rand Paul, Dr. Ron Paul's son who is running for Senate in Kentucky, is continuing to improve his polling numbers:

Ophthalmologist Rand Paul leads Democratic Lieutenant Governor Daniel Mongiardo 51% to 34%. Last month he led Mongiardo 48% to 37%. Three percent (3%) prefer some other candidate, and 12% are undecided.
Paul, son of Texas Congressman Ron Paul, now posts a 49% to 34% lead over state Attorney General Jack Conway. In the previous survey, he had a 47% to 39% lead over Conway. Four percent (4%) like another candidate, and 13% more are undecided.

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By Jihan Huq at 6:38AM

Jan 22, 2010

They're Back -- Palin To Campaign For McCain's Reelection

(Sigh)

I suppose this is Palin's gift to John McCain for choosing her as his VP pick? Maybe, maybe not. However, this does speak plenty about her creadibilty as an alleged "conservative" -- not to mention how much of a contradiction it will now be for her to speak at coming Tea Parties.

Either way, does anyone know what her positions are in domestic/foreign policy? I know I don't; and in reality most people don't either. She's always been heavy on style and light on substance, so why is she embraced by the Tea Party crowd as a principled supporter of small government? She's campaignin for someone who clearly isn't.

No Reelection For Chris Dodd

dodd Today, Senator Chris Dodd is anticipated to announce that he will not be seeking reelection. This annoncement has just come less that 24 hours after Senator Byron Dorgan announced he will not seek reelection either.

Dodd's political future seemed a bit gloomy and uncertain since poll numbers showed him lagging. His political problems escalated after his failed attempt to get the Democratic nomination for the seat. There is solid evidence that Dodd has been included in a special VIP mortgage loan program by the CEO of Countrywide. Eventually, he was cleared up by the Senate Ethics Commitee.

Dodd will leave little credibility and legacy behind his congressional career. The Republican challengers for his seat include financial analyst Peter Schiff.

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By Bonnie Kristian at 12:46PM

Jan 5, 2010

The Forecast for 2010

I've laughed at GOP Chairman Michael Steele on this blog before, but we've also noted his occasional flashes of friendliness toward the liberty movement. His tenure as chairman of the GOP has been interesting, to say the least.

Today, Steele is criticized at the National Journal (H/T to Hot Air) for his recent statement to Sean Hannity that he doesn't know if the GOP is ready to lead the country:

"I don't know. And that's what I'm assessing and evaluating right now. Those candidates who are looking to run have to be anchored in these principles," he said, referring to 5 conservative ideals he lays out in his new tome. "If they don't [anchor themselves], then they'll get to Washington, and they'll start drinking that Potomac River water, and they'll get drunk with power and throw the steps out the window."

The seven comments on the article, as of this writing, are universally negative. Steele is termed a "wimp," a poor leader, and called to "move on." But why? I mean, he certainly hasn't got a great record as GOP chairman to date. But he should resign for this? For apparently wanting to take the time to find candidates who won't be corrupted immediately on arrival in DC? For seeming to approach regaining the majority with some sort of thought?