Christine O'Donnell Under Investigation

For possible misuse of campaign funds from her 2010 run for the U.S. Senate in Delaware, Republican Tea Party darling Christine O'Donnell is now under federal investigation.
She criticized the investigation as "thug politics" recently, demonstrating yet again that, as in her campaign, she favors slogans over facts.
Some people never learn.

Haley Barbour Could Be Strong Nominee

Mississippi's Republican Governor Haley Barbour, the former Chairman of the Republican National Committee and the current Chairman of the Republican Governor's Association is considering a run for the Republican presidential nomination in 2012.
He could prove to be a formidable opponent for President Obama, given his vast connections within the Republican and lobbying communities, and his strong and effective stewardship as Governor of Mississippi. Stay tuned.

Chief Justice's Advice Must Be Heeded

Chief Justice John Roberts has called upon legislators from both political parties to stop obstructing judicial nominees who have received majority backing from the Senate Judiciary Committee from receiving a full up or down vote in the U.S. Senate.
In their zeal to destroy the opposing party, both Democrats and Republicans have blocked continuously various judicial nominees from being confirmed.
To relieve the overwhelming caseloads on current federal judges, Congress must find common ground on judicial nominees from both Democratic and Republican presidents.