Up until a couple of weeks ago, we had no idea that Darline Graham Nordone even existed. Then it became imperative that she replace her brother in the United States Senate. At the time her appointment was made by the governor, we knew absolutely nothing about her. Now, some information […]
Category: Overcoming Republican Progressivism
Ralph Norman Gains Endorsements To Replace Lindsey Graham In South Carolina
Both Senator Mike Lee and Senator Rick Scott have endorsed Rep. Ralph Norman. He has also been endorsed by Turning Point Action, the political arm of the late Charlie Kirk’s Turning Point USA. I am unaware of any other declared candidates at this point. Recall the profoundly unwise decision to […]
Who Should Replace Lindsey Graham?
The South Carolina senator’s unexpected, sudden death fuels speculation as to who Governor Henry McMaster will appoint to replace him. He will undoubtedly consult with President Trump at some point; but I don’t think Trump’s preferences should be dispositive. And I hope John Thune is kept completely out of the […]
The State Budget, Warts and All
Consider the fact that Governor Josh Stein signed the budget passed by the GOP-dominated North Carolina General Assembly. That ought to be a tip-off that things are amiss. Consider also some of the items funded by the budget. Yes, there is a small income tax cut, but some of the […]
Retire Lindsey Graham
South Carolina US Senate GOP primary should be pretty interesting:
Bringing Haiti To The United States
Lyndsey Graham In Trouble?
While it might seem unthinkable in some respects, it appears Lyndsey Graham has a truly contested primary on his hands. He is the typical moderate Red State/ Southern Republican U.S. Senator. The one factor in his favor is that South Carolina has open primaries. That means anyone– including independents and […]
… And Thus It Will Ever Be
We have been dealing with the phenomenon of liberal Republicans in the Senate and establishment GOP Senate leaders who frustrate the agenda of conservatives literally for decades. This is nothing new:
Trump Unlikely To Endorse Cornyn
Trump typically has endorsed the GOP establishment Senators who have undermined his agenda; and has reserved his most harsh criticism for members of Congress who are very conservative. Witness what he has done to Tom Massie. It was very possible he would have endorsed John Cornyn in spite of all […]
Texas Senate Race: A Decision Point…
… in more ways than one. It’s not just Talarico: TEXANS: SAVE ACT RESTS IN YOUR HANDS THROUGH CORNYN VS PAXTON RACE "The people that have always tried to lead President Trump astray…are the consultants for Cornyn now. Texans you need to understand, it is now in your gift…about the […]