It's Time for the Senate to Hold Its Nose and Seat Burris
What is the worst case scenario? Burris runs for re-election in 2010 and loses? If a Democrat loses a U.S. Senate race in Illinois, Roland Burris will be the least of the Democrats' problems.
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Sunday Roundup
This was a true straddle week, ushering out 2008 and ushering in 2009. And some of the top political stories reflected this split. Blago calling a press conference felt very '08; the Burris/Senate Dems showdown is totally '09. Franken v. Coleman is '08; Franken v. the Senate Republicans threatening to filibuster his seating is '09. Gov. Patterson considering Bill Clinton and Mario Cuomo doesn't feel '08 -- it feels 1988; Caroline in the Senate could be one of the more, y'know, compelling stories of '09. The top quote of straddle week had to be Alberto Gonzales' pathetic: "I consider myself a casualty, one of the many casualties of the war on terror." Let's see, he approved torture, politicized the Department of Justice, and lied to Congress about warrantless wiretapping and pre-war intelligence. Definitely not an '09 definition of a victim.
Final Minnesota Absentee Ballots Set To Be Opened And Counted Saturday Jan 3rd
Point your browsers to The UpTake on Saturday starting at 9 AM to watch the opening and counting of those previously rejected absentee ballots in Minnesota's extremely close Senate race.
Al Franken's a Senator Now -- But is He a Bigger Laugh than Burris?
Compared to Burris, Mr. Franken's declared victory in the seemingly endless Minnesota senate battle has generated some cheering, for sure, but surprisingly little laughing or hilarity. And what a shame that is.
Stuart Smalley Tries to Spoil The Democrats' World
In a state that elected former professional wrestler Jesse "The Body" Ventura as its governor, you can expect the unexpected.
Friday Talking Points [59] -- New Year's Resolutions (For Democrats)
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Rebuilding the Republican Party: Yes, Please!
As Obama does his best two-step to avoid picking the wrong dude (oops, oops, whoops), the Republican Party's best and brightest are picking up where t...
Best Political Videos Of 2008 From The UpTake
It's hard to pick the "best" videos of the year. There are so many reasons that they can be good. So I've picked several based on my own categories.
Coleman's Recount Shenanigans
Coleman's repeated attempts to stop the recount and tarnish the process are not only undemocratic, they're examples of why Minnesotans -- and the nation -- should hope the recount finds for Franken.
The Unnoticed U.S. Senate Appointment
There is no question Michael Bennet is a highly-qualified individual who will bring many talents to the U.S. Senate. And there is no reason he could not be a great Senator.
My 2008 "McLaughlin Awards" [Part 2]
Love her or hate her, you have to admit that John McCain's selection of Sarah Palin for the Republican ticket this year was without any doubt the boldest political tactic of the year.
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Then who was phone?
Look at the bright side, Norm. Now, you won't have to go through the humiliation of a Senate investigation and censure, if not getting booted outright. You'll be able to face the music as a private citizen instead, and mark my words, the music is coming.
I'm holding a Coleman prison sentence watching party next month.
Coleman is acting like a typical rethuglican, not putting the country first but serving his own selfish interest. Gotta love them! You betcha!
All the signs point to the "Exit" I think you should just go and except that you are no longer the Senator from Minnesota any longer.
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