Matt Stoller may be overestimating some of the power of the structure, but his analysis of Barack Obama’s Campaign is certainly worth a read. The issue, which has excited New York Times Opinion Columnist Paul Krugman to no end, is two-fold:
1. What do we get out of Barack Obama’s power structure in practical terms […]
There’s been a lot of (right-minded) talk about why suspending gas taxes is a bad idea - it boils down to not changing cost too much for consumers, providing greater profits to already super profitable gas companies, and threatening federal highway funding. But you still could do something useful with gas pricing - charge […]
[Read Part I for why I think Bill Foster is the best positioned Democrat to win the 14th Congressional seat.]
While I delayed writing “Part II” because of work, family flu and the holidays - it hasn’t been easy to write anyway. The truth of the matter is that on policy I have differences in […]
If the above doesn’t work - see it at TPM.
Give credit where it’s due. Mitt Romney is in trouble.
I met Bill Foster early in the campaign and sat down with him over dinner at a local diner (disclosure he bought my omelet for about six bucks). He’s a down-to-earth, smart and likable guy who is running to try to make a difference.
Bill Foster’s first commercial (below) shows his impressive science […]
The Bill Foster Campaign announced State Treasurer Alexi Giannoulias‘ endorsement this weekend in the 14th congressional Democratic primary race. Alexi has really jump-started the Treasurer’s Office - with a lot of positive reviews. His “Bright Start” college savings program helps make college more affordable for Illinois residents. His “Cultivate Illinois” program provides […]
See it here. Read my background on the issue here.
In 2000 BP, formerly “British Petroleum,” launched a $200 million advertising campaign to brand itself as “Beyond Petroleum” - more than critics said it spent on renewable technology. Months later in 2001 the company built its first “BP Connect” service station in the U.S., a station that featured solar roof panels providing 6-15% of […]
BB’s Bar and Restaurant was packed, with barely any room to stand (or get to the bar), last night for John Edwards‘ $15 a head “Small Change for Big Change” fundraiser. I admire most of Edwards’ progressive policies, and the event featured a lot of them.
Joe Costigan, Treasurer of UNITE HERE Chicago & Midwest […]
[Editor Note: The last paragraph of this entry has been changed (in obvious ways using brackets and cross-outs) to be more accurate. Thanks to OneMan for asking the question that made me clarify the post. Please see the comments for a full explanation.]
Jotham Stein, Democratic candidate for the 14th Congressional District, launched his website Monday […]
