Census 2010 shows red states gaining congressional seats

The Fix

The congressional map continued to shift toward Red States Tuesday, as the U.S. Census Bureau released new apportionment data. The Census numbers reshuffled the number of seats in Congress for 18 states, based on…

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In letter to Senate, Obama promises that New START treaty won't limit missile defense

Washington Post

President Obama issued a letter to the Senate on Sunday pledging to fully develop a U.S. Missile Defense system in Europe, as part of a final offensive to relieve concerns about the nuclear arms pact with Russia…

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Family Research Council: Sen. John McCain Will Work With Us To Block DADT

Joe. My. God.

Today the Family Research Council, an officially designated anti-gay Hate Group, announced that they have enlisted Sen. John McCain in their campaign to block the implementation of the Repeal of DADT. As for FRC,…

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Yes Virginia, There was a Time When John McCain Was Admirable

The Moderate Voice

Dear Independent’s Eye: I am 8 years old. Some of my little friends say there was a time when Arizona Senator John McCain was admirable. Papa says, “If McCain says ‘My friends’ it must be…

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The Morning Plum

The Plum Line

* New START showdown set for today: With a key Senate vote set for today on the treaty, the pressure from the White House and Military leadership on wavering GOP senators couldn't be more intense. The Military…

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Pollard: Why now?

Israel Matzav

On Tuesday afternoon, Prime Minister Netanyahu announced that he will finally formally request the release of convicted Israeli spy Jonathan Pollard . “I intend to continue to act with determination to free…

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CO key in 12 campaign; Hidden Gems plan stalls; Wadhams watch

The Spot

Ground Zero IN 2012: Given reapportionment’s impact on the Electoral College, which state is key to President Barack Obama’s re-election should he seek it in 2012? Colorado, according to Tom Bonier,…

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Alaska Senate Candidate Joe Miller Refuses To Concede To Sen. Lisa Murkowski

Augusta

Tea party-backed Candidate Joe Miller says he's not conceding the U.S. Senate race in Alaska to Incumbent Lisa Murkowski. Miller tells Fox News he'll decide at the end of the week whether to request a Recount. He…

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