The 2010 mid-term elections are still months, but things aren’t looking good Democrats. Two long serving high profile Senators, Chris Dodd of Connecticut and Byron Dorgan of North Dakota have announced that they won’t seek re-election: Sen. Christopher Dodd of Connecticut, chairman of the Senate Banking Committee and a Democratic Party stalwart in the Senate, […]
Connecticut
Michael Moore: Start recall of Lieberman 2day or we’ll boycott your state.
I don’t know what’s funnier this tweet by nutroots clown prince Michael Moore: People of Connecticut: What have u done 2 this country? We hold u responsible. Start recall of Lieberman 2day or we’ll boycott your state. Or this statement by Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro: “No individual should hold health care hostage, including Joe Lieberman, and […]
Turkey Vulture
I’ve seen all kinds of critters in my backyard over the years but this is the first time I’ve ever seen what looks to be a Turkey Vulture:
WSJ: Connecticut Follows Trenton and Albany up the Tax Charts
The Wall Street Journal takes Connecticut Gov. Jodi Rell to task for her proposal to raise income taxes on individuals with incomes above $500,000 from 5% to 6.5% this morning… The editorial titled “Jodi Corzine” pulls no punches: Connecticut grabs $7,007 in state and local taxes per man, woman and child resident, according to the […]
Senate Ethics Committee Clears Dodd, Conrand
As predicted the Senate Ethics Committee has cleared Connecticut Senator Chris Dodd of wrong doing in his dealings with Countrywide Financial: The Senate Ethics Committee on Friday dropped yearlong investigations into two powerful Senate committee chairmen, Democrats Christopher J. Dodd and Kent Conrad . The group Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington had filed […]
AP: Dodd, Conrad Told Mortgage Deals Were Sweetened
The Associated Press is reporting that Connecticut Senator Chris Dodd was told from the very start that hes was getting a VIP mortgage discount: Despite their denials, influential Democratic Sens. Kent Conrad and Chris Dodd were told from the start they were getting VIP mortgage discounts from one of the nation’s largest lenders, the official […]
This and That: Dodd Trails, Obama Falls, Boxer Struggles, Perry Ready for Showdown
It’s Saturday, the weather is gorgeous and I have a date with a grill and some steaks so rather than spend my afternoon in front of the computer I thought put together a political blotter of sorts. First up, Chris Dodd trails likely Republican challenger Rob Simmons by 9 points in the latest the latest […]
Chris Dodd Hates Lobbyists But Not Their Cash
What I’m about to say should come as no surprise… Chris Dodd is a populist hypocrite. Just days after his campaign manager Jay Howser was sending e-mail to Dodd’s supporters proclaiming, “But what about the forgotten victims of Chris’s efforts? What about the lobbyists? The lobbyists can’t get meetings with Chris. He won’t return their […]
Reminder: Connecticut July 4th Tea Parties
Just a quick reminder that on Independence Day, the Connecticut Tea Party Patriots will hold public rallies in Hartford, Norwich and Stratford to encourage elected officials to exercise fiscal restraint, rein in government growth and support America’s free market economy. The Hartford Tea Party will take place from noon to 3 p.m. on the Capitol […]
Chris Dodd Flips on Gay Marriage
Remember the anti-gay marriage stance Chris Dodd took during his presidential bid? It’s apparently become a liability in his senate reelection bid so he’s now in favor of gay marriage: Public officials aren’t supposed to change their minds. But I firmly believe that it’s important to keep learning. Last week, while I was in Connecticut […]
Lieberman Opposed to Health Care Public Option
Connecticut’s junior Senator Joe Lieberman has had plenty of practice aggravating his fellow Democrats over the last few years and I suspect his remarks about health care reform this weekend will aggravate them a bit more. During an interview with Bloomberg News broadcast this weekend Sen. Lieberman expressed opposition to the public option in Pres. […]
Scenes from the Rebellion: Danbury Tea Party
A small but enthusiastic crowd of patriots gathered on the City Center Green in Danbury this morning. I didn’t get an accurate count but I’d put the number at 150 or so. Lea, Rosemarie and Halle (apologies if I’m spelling your names wrong) sang of one of the best renditions of the nation anthem I’ve […]
Reminder: Danbury Tea Party This Saturday
Just a quick reminder to mark your calendars for the Danbury Tea Party on Saturday, June 13th. The rally starts at 10:00 a.m. on the City Center Green, Ives St., Danbury. Parking is available nearby. There will be speakers, DJ, and live entertainment. You will be able to speak as well if you wish. Come […]
John Larson Backs Pelosi, Calls CIA Liars
I found this clip over at Johnny Dollar’s place… It’s mainly about Nancy Pelosi but listen to Congressman John Larson’s (D-CT) remarks at the beginning of the clip: Am I crazy or did he just call the CIA liars? H/T: Hot Air.
Reminder: We’re Done with Dodd Rally This Saturday
Just a quick reminder… The We’re Done with Dodd Rally sponsored by by Connecticut Resistance is this Saturday, May 16th from 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. outside Senator Dodd’s Office at 30 Lewis Street, Hartford, CT 06405 Town Hall Meeting on Health Care Reform Senator Chris Dodd and Congresswoman Rosa Delaura will be holding a […]