Sunday, October 31, 2010

Democrats can’t hide record of failure

Mort Kondracke, editor of Roll Call, a newspaper that covers Congress, and one of the most middle-of-the-road political commentators in the nation, says Democrats will lose big on Tuesday because they can't hide their record of failure over the past two years.

Democrats can't hide their record - pottsmerc.com

Four more years of Ed Rendell?

Remember the broken promises as you go to vote Nov. 2 - pottsmerc.com

A terrific letter to the editor about what's at stake in Tuesday's election.

Remember the broken promises as you go to vote Nov. 2 - pottsmerc.com

Two years later, GOP is phoenix rising

The Associated Press has a fascinating story about how quickly the Republican Party has rebounded - thanks in large part to the incompetence of Barack Obama and Congressional Democrats

Two years later, GOP is phoenix rising - pottsmerc.com

Pottstown Mercury backs Jim Gerlach for Congress

The Mercury has endorsed Republican incumbent Jim Gerlach in Pennsylvania's 6th Congressional District.

Endorsements for Congress: Dent, Gerlach, Meehan - pottsmerc.com

Endorsement: Corbett for governor - The Times Observer

Our Opinion: Corbett for governor - TimesObserver.com | News, Sports, Jobs, Community Information - The Times Observer

Tom Corbett TV Ad: Ready to go to work

Corbett is right choice for governor — Lewistown Sentinel

Corbett is right choice for governor - LewistownSentinel.com | News, Sports, Jobs, Central PA — Lewistown Sentinel

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Saturday, October 30, 2010

Wilkes-Barre newspaper backs Corbett for governor

A state ripe for change needs a candidate ready for reform, says The Times Leader of Wilkes-Barre in announcing its endorsement for Pennsylvania governor. That candidate if Republican Tom Corbett.

Tom Corbett | The Times Leader, Wilkes-Barre, PA

Weekly GOP Address: Vote for change on Nov. 2

The Forgotten Man - Jon McNaughton

Newspaper: Tom Corbett is the best choice for governor

The Daily Item in Sunbury is the latest Pennsylvania newspaper to endorse Republican Tom Corbett for governor.

"Corbett is the best choice for governor in a time when Pennsylvanians demand change," the newspaper says.

Tom Corbett is the best choice for governor

Endorsements: Reichley, Vereb, Kampf for Pa. House

The Pottstown Mercury has endorsed two incumbents, Doug Reichley and Mike Vereb, and a newcomer, Warren Kampf, for legislative seats in the newspaper's coverage area.

Endorsements: Reichley, Vereb, Kampf for Pa. House - pottsmerc.com

Newspaper: Toomey gets our nod over Sestak

From The Johnstown Tribune-Democrat: "We believe that Pat Toomey will join others in Congress who want to stop the nonsense in Washington and take our nation in another, more sensible direction."

Toomey gets our nod over Sestak

Video: Toomey rallies support across PA

More Jobs, Less Government Tour of PA from Pat Toomey on Vimeo.

Will Voters Set U.S. Free From Obama's Hold?

Thomas Sowell: Will Voters Set U.S. Free From Obama's Hold? - Investors.com

Friday, October 29, 2010

Video: One More Vote

From 'Yes We Can' to 'Shove It' in 2 Short Years

Terrific column by Terry H. Lee on the disastrous first two years of the Obama administration and how the nightmare can end on Nov. 2.

2008 – 2010: From "Yes We Can" to "Shove It" in Two Short Years

Toomey needed in Senate - Williamsport-Sun Gazette

In endorsing Republican Pat Toomey over liberal Joe Sestak, the Williamsport-Sun Gazette editorial board says: "Toomey would be an important addition in the Senate of one more voice for private business incentives and fiscal discipline in government. That's never been more needed than now."

Read the full editorial at the link below:

Toomey needed in Senate - SunGazette.com | News, Sports, Jobs, Community Information - Williamsport-Sun Gazette

Video: NewsBusted

Another reason to vote Republican

Nancy Pelosi, Other Top Dems May Step Down If GOP Wins Big

Quote of the Day

"The amount of sleep required by the average person is just five minutes more." — Anonymous

Altoona Mirror backs Toomey for US Senate

From the Altoona Mirror:
Electing Toomey as Pennsylvania's senator will send an unmistakable message to the Washington establishment that change is needed.

It's a signal that cannot come too soon.
Read the full endorsement editorial at the link below:

Toomey can steer course - AltoonaMirror.com - Altoona, PA

The Fourth Verse of The Star-Spangled Banner

Lancaster New Era endorses Pat Toomey for Senate

From the Lancaster New Era:
Pat Toomey has solid conservative views - small government, low taxes, fiscal restraint, strong military - and he seeks high public office at a time when those views are desperately needed.

Voters should respond by sending him to Washington as Pennsylvania's next U.S. senator.
Read the full endorsement editorial here.

Newspaper: Democrats turn to gutter politics

PhillyBurbs.com:  Sleaze season - Dems' dirty trick?

'The Lorax' starring Ed Rendell



See related editorial, "Rendell's drilling moratorium: Playing games," at The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review website.

Dems linked to voter fraud scheme

From the Bucks County Courier Times:
A trio of Bucks County residents backed by the county Republican committee say they have evidence linking Democratic Congressman Patrick Murphy's campaign to a scheme to flood the county voter registration office with fraudulent applications for absentee ballots.

In a petition filed Tuesday, county Republicans say the name of Murphy's campaign manager appeared on a Bristol post office box where voters were urged in a series of letters paid for by the state Democratic Committee to send absentee ballot applications.
Read the full story at the link below:

PhillyBurbs.com:  Residents cry foul over ballots

Religious Americans Enjoy Higher Wellbeing

You gotta have faith!

Religious Americans Enjoy Higher Wellbeing

NPR: National Pathetic Radio

Bucks County newspaper backs Toomey for US Senate

The Bucks County Courier Times is the latest Pennsylvania newspaper to endorse Republican Pat Toomey for US Senate. Despite efforts by the far left to paint the former Lehigh Valley congressman as an "extremist," the newspaper says it found Toomey "to be clear, succinct and reasonable."

Read the full endorsement editorial at the link below:

PhillyBurbs.com: Endorsement 2010 - Toomey for Senate

Columnist: Tea partiers hope to have the last laugh

These tea partiers have been mocked and laughed at for more than a year," writes columnist Gil Spencer. "We'll see who's laughing Nov. 3."

Read the full column at the link below:

Columnist Gil Spencer: Tea partiers hope to have the last laugh - delcotimes.com

7 in 10 Voters Disagree with NPR Decision to Fire Juan Williams

7 in 10 Voters Disagree with NPR's Decision to Fire Juan Williams

Video: Democrats Greatest Hits

Democrats Greatest Hits from RightChange on Vimeo.

PennDOT Introduces Online Service to Aid Residents Working to Restore Driving Privileges

PennDOT Introduces Online Service to Aid Residents Working to Restore Driving Privileges

Horror Movies This Halloween Give Insight Into Human Nature

Horror Movies This Halloween Give Insight Into Human Nature

Pennsylvania's Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program to Open on Nov. 1

Pennsylvania's Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program to Open on Nov. 1

A look iinside newspaper blogs

StinkyJournalism Study: 68% Ten Top US Newspapers' Blogs Are Edited

No More Frankens website launches



Just in time for Halloween, the Republican National Committee has launched a new website to remind remind voters what is at stake on Nov. 2.

From RNC Chairman Michael Steele:
"With Democrat lawyers, liberal shadow groups, and labor unions organizing to challenge the Election Day results, it is more important than ever that the American people deliver a decisive victory for Republicans up and down the ballot in all 50 states. In order to protect our hard-fought victories, we must fund and operate a winning 72 hour ground game which puts the margin of victory out of reach. The election of Democrat Al Franken to the United States Senate serves as a glaring and painful reminder to voters as to why it is so important to support our Republican Victory program and show up on Election Day."
The 'No More Frankens' website can be viewed at: www.nomorefrankens.com

Delco Times: Pat Meehan deserves a win in the PA 7th Congressional District

The Delaware County Daily Times has endorsed Republican Pat Meehan for PA's 7th Congressional District, which is made up primarily of Delaware County with a little bit of Chester and Montgomery counties thrown in.

EDITORIAL: Meehan deserves a win in the 7th District - delcotimes.com

The Enthusiasm Gap On Display

Less than 300 people showed up for a rally in Norristown featuring Bill Clinton, Ed Rendell and Dan Onorato. Most of them were union workers paid to show up and politicians. Another example of how dispirited the Democratic Party is these days.

Political luminaries lend hands in Pa. campaigns - pottsmerc.com

Investigation finds mismanagement is rampant in public housing

Government-run public housing is a tool Democrats use to buy votes of fellow Democrats - using someone else's money, of course.

Investigation finds mismanagement is rampant in public housing - pottsmerc.com

Newest Tom Corbett TV ad

The dangers of Facebook

Jacksonville mom shakes baby for interrupting FarmVille, pleads guilty to murder | jacksonville.com

Thursday, October 28, 2010

Ending the 'hot or not' factor for Nikki Haley and female candidates



Why isn't the liberal media concerned about the sexist attitudes within the media toward conservative female candidates?

From a new column by Swanee Hunt and Kerry Healey:
Many factors contribute to the gender gap in political leadership, but a recent study sponsored by the new "Name It. Change It." campaign highlights the key role of sexism in the media's treatment of female candidates. This sexism acts both to deter women from running for office and also decreases their chances of success when they do throw their hats in the ring.
Read the full column at the link below:

Ending the 'hot or not' factor for Nikki Haley and female candidates - CSMonitor.com

We need a pay czar for colleges

How about a pay czar for professors and college administrators? The cost of a college education is out of control.

Tuition at public colleges jumps 8 percent, College Board reports

What gets done if the GOP takes over Capitol Hill

Election 2010: What gets done if the GOP takes over Capitol Hill

Study documents ABC, CBS, NBC bias toward Tea Party

Media Research Center documents ABC, CBS, NBC bias | The Daily Caller - Breaking News, Opinion, Research, and Entertainment

'Call Me Senator!' Barbara Boxer Spoof (Video)

'Call Me Senator!' Barbara Boxer Spoof (Video) - HUMAN EVENTS

Chris Christie Endorses Tom Corbett

The Clinton Tapes

Judicial Watch Sues Archives for Clinton Tapes: Access Demanded to Recorded Bill Clinton White House Conversations

'Taxpayers' Friends' Endorsed for Congress

Political Action Arm of National Taxpayer Group Endorses 'Taxpayers' Friends' for Congress

Department of State: Disciplinary Actions Taken Against 178 Licensed, Commissioned Professionals, Organizations

Department of State: Disciplinary Actions Taken Against 178 Licensed, Commissioned Professionals, Organizations

'I'm an enemy'

President Obama, the most divisive politician to ever occupy the White House, calls anyone who disagrees with his policies the enemy. Sign me up.

All The President's Enemies - HUMAN EVENTS

Now Playing

How low will Democrats go?

With Poll Numbers Sinking, Democrats Sink Down in the Political Gutter - HUMAN EVENTS

Columnist: It Looks Like a Republican Senate in 2010

John Gizzi, political editor of Human Events, offers a scenario where Republicans take control of the Senate after Nov. 2.

It Looks Like a Republican Senate in 2010 - HUMAN EVENTS

Video: Democrats For Toomey

Why are Democrats Supporting Pat Toomey? from Pat Toomey on Vimeo.

Columnist: Hey undecided voters, pick a side

Hey undecided voters, pick a side - pottsmerc.com

Olbermann Warns Voters Against 'Cataclysm' of Tea Party, 'Would Destroy America from Within'

Olbermann Warns Voters Against 'Cataclysm' of Tea Party, 'Would Destroy America from Within'

Wednesday, October 27, 2010

James Cameron plans 2 'Avatar' sequels

When your last film earns $2.8 billion at the box office worldwide, it's a sure bet you'll be working on a sequel.

James Cameron has announced plans to make two sequels to his blockbuster hit "Avatar," which eclipsed Cameron's "Titanic" to become the biggest movie of all time.

The sequels, which will also be shot in 3-D, are scheduled for release in late 2014 and 2015.

From The Hollywood Reporter:
"We'll continue to follow the same people on the same planet," producer Jon Landau said Wednesday during Paul Kagan's 3D Media Markets conference in New York. But, he allowed, "We might go underwater."
Read more about Cameron's plans here.

'You Don't Have to be Crazy to be a Democrat, But it Helps'

The latest from Ann Coulter, chronicling the many looney tunes who make up the Democratic Party these days.

You Don't Have to be Crazy to be a Democrat, But it Helps - HUMAN EVENTS

Businessman asks Gerlach to repeal provision of health care law

Obamacare is a job-killer, as if Obama and the Democrats haven't done enough to put millions of Americans out of work.

Businessman asks Gerlach to repeal provision of health care law

Democrat Voter Fraud in Pennsylvania

Patrick Murphy-linked Absentee Voter Controversy Unfolds

Patrick Murphy-linked Absentee Voter Controversy Unfolds - By Thomas A. Shakely - Battle ’10 - National Review Online

Taxpayers Watchdog: Sestak would spend another $100B

National Taxpayers Union Foundation - Over $100 Billion Separates Federal Budget Agendas of Pennsylvania Senate Candidates, Study Finds

'Batman 3, The Dark Knight Rises'

Batman 3, The Dark Knight Rises, steps into the light - CSMonitor.com

Midterm blowout: 50 or more Dem seats set to fall in the election

The Hill, a non-partisan newspapers that covers Congress, predicts Democrats will lose at least 50 seats (and the majority) in the Nov. 2 election.

Midterm blowout: 50 or more Dem seats set to fall in the election - TheHill.com

NPR: National Politically Correct Radio

Reality check: Democrats aren't getting outspent by Republicans in midterms

Reality check: Democrats aren’t getting outspent by Republicans in midterms | Washington Examiner

Democratic Dirty Tricks Exposed

Campaign manager of Rep. Patrick Murphy, D-Pa., tied to deceptive absentee ballot mailer | Washington Examiner

Hey Undecideds: Pick A Side

Columnist Chris Freind: If you're still undecided about this election, you have no business showing up the polls on Nov. 2. Amen to that.

Hey Undecideds: Stop Being PC And Pick A Side

Germany's Angela Merkel: Multiculturalism has 'utterly failed'

Germany's Angela Merkel: Multiculturalism has 'utterly failed' - CSMonitor.com

Video: Girls Just Wanna Have Guns

Bucks County Absentee Ballot Scandal Linked To Patrick Murphy Campaign

Republican Party of Pennsylvania

'Inside Job' Trailer 2010

Editorial: NPR takes a hit after Juan Williams’ firing

Editorial: NPR takes a hit after Juan Williams’ firing - delcotimes.com

Obama Corrects Himself on the Declaration of Independence

Obama Corrects Himself on the Declaration of Independence | The Weekly Standard

Todd Stephens endorsed for 151st state House District

PhillyBurbs.com:  Endorsement 2010 - 151st state House: Todd Stephens

Harrisburg newspaper backs Corbett for governor

The Patriot-News of Harrisburg, which does more coverage of state government than any other newspaper in Pennsylvania, has endorsed Republican Tom Corbett for governor

"We take Corbett at his word that he will put what is best for Pennsylvania first, even if it costs him politically," the newspaper writes.

Read the endorsement editorial here.

Hollywood conservatives look forward to Nov. 2

Elephant in the Room - Wilshire & Washington on Variety.com

Tuesday, October 26, 2010

PA official calls for investigation of Lincoln University professor for 'disgraceful' comments about Israel



Pennsylvania Board of Education Chairman Joseph Torsella has written a letter to Lincoln University President Ivory Nelson asking for an investigation into anti-Semitic remarks made by Dr. Kaukab Siddique, an associate professor of English at the university.

From Torsella's letter:
According to public writings and speeches, Mr. Siddique has characterized Israel as a "terrorist entity;" called for its violent overthrow; and peddled anti-Semitic propaganda ("the Jews…are a small minority in America, yet they have taken over this country by devious and immoral means"). Further, I am concerned about statements in, among other sources, the "New Trend Magazine" about Hezbollah and the Taliban that have been brought to my attention as purportedly authored by Mr. Siddique.
Read the full text of the latter at the link below:

State Board of Education Chairman Joseph Torsella Addresses Lincoln Professor's Remarks

WhyTuesday.org Announces Cash Video Contest

WhyTuesday.org Announces Cash Video Contest

Pelosi Takes Taxpayers For A ride



See related editorial at The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review website.

Abraham Lincoln Presidential $1 Coin Goes Into Circulation November 18

Abraham Lincoln Presidential $1 Coin Goes Into Circulation November 18

George Soros Gives $1M to California Pot Legalization Measure

Soros Gives $1M to California Pot Legalization Measure | CNSnews.com

Newspaper: Tom Corbett preferred choice for PA governor

The Altoona Mirror is the latest Pennsylvania newspaper to endorse Republican Tom Corbett for governor.

From the newspaper's endorsement:
The determination shown by the state attorney general in going after drug dealers and corrupt politicians is what Pennsylvania needs from its next top executive.

And that makes Republican Tom Corbett the best choice in the gubernatorial election next Tuesday.
Read the full editorial at the link below:
Corbett preferred choice - AltoonaMirror.com - Altoona, PA | News, Sports, Jobs, Community Information - The Altoona Mirror

Video: Chinese Professor

The Democrat Stimulus: An $814 Billion Flop

Columnist Deroy Murdock on how failure is an option for Democrats.

The Democrat Stimulus: An $814 Billion Flop - HUMAN EVENTS

Newspaper: Todd Stephens for 151st state House

The Doylestown Intelligencer is urging voters to elect Republican challenger Todd Stephens for Pennsylvania's 151st state House District.

PhillyBurbs.com:  Endorsement 2010 - 151st state House: Todd Stephens

Newspaper: No  Endorsement For Rep. Allyson Schwartz

The Doylestown Intelligencer is unable to endorse incumbent Democrat Rep. Allyson Schwartz for Pennsylvania's 13th Congressional District because Schwartz is too partisan and has voted wrong on key issues in the past two years. The newspaper says Republican challenger Dee Adcock is too inexperienced to back for the seat, but they cannot support Schwartz's re-election, either.

Read the full editorial at the link below:

PhillyBurbs.com: Endorsement 2010 - Conflict in the 13th Congressional

Video: Two Of A Kind

Sen. Bob Mensch endorsed for 24th state Senate District

State Sen. Bob Mensch deserves a full four-year term in the Pennsylvania Senate, according to The Doylestown Intelligencer.

PhillyBurbs.com:  Endorsements 2010 - 24th state Senate: Bob Mensch

PennDOT Warns Motorists to Watch Out for Trick-or-Treaters

PennDOT Warns Motorists to Watch Out for Trick-or-Treaters

Congress' Thirst For Spurious Spending: $200,000 for Bottled Water?!

Lifestyles of the rich and famous - with taxpayers picking up the tab, of course.

Congress' Thirst For Spurious Spending: $200,000 for Bottled Water?!

Newspaper backs Mike Fitzpatrick for PA's 8th Congressional Dist.

One of the leading newspapers in Pennsylvania's 8th Congressional District is backing Republican Mike Fitzpatrick over incumbent Democrat Patrick Murphy.

PhillyBurbs.com:  Endorsement 2010 - 8th Congressional: Mike Fitzpatrick

Charlie Dent's opponent: "Huh"

American Legion on Gettysburg Casino: 'Honor not for sale'

Legion on Gettysburg Casino: 'Honor not for sale'

What's Why Tuesday?



What's Why Tuesday?

Monday, October 25, 2010

Newspaper endorses Jim Gerlach for Congress

Pennsylvania's biggest newspaper, The Philadelphia Inquirer, has endorsed Republican US Rep. Jim Gerlach for reelection to Pennsylvania's 6th Congressional District.

While Gerlach is one of the best members of Congress from Pennsylvania, it's always dicey with The Inquirer, which is a very pro-Democratic Party newspapers. This endorsement could have gone either way but the newspaper clearly sees Gerlach as the better candidate.

From the newspaper's endorsement editorial:
The four-term congressman learned that a standout state Senate career - with a progressive record on conservation issues, in particular - doesn't assure Washington success. With his politically divided district, including Chester, Montgomery, Berks, and Lehigh Counties, Gerlach, 55, has been reluctant to make waves.

His constituents can be confident that Gerlach is qualified to lead - certainly, if his party wins the House. Gerlach could bring a moderate's voice to discussions on health care, tax policy, military affairs, and growing the economy.
Read more endorsements at the newspaper's website.

Obama job approval numbers reach new low

President Obama Heads into Midterms at Lowest Approval Rating of Presidency

Shovel Ready Jobs

Newspaper backs Toomey for US Senate

The Express-Times of Easton is the latest Pennsylvania newspaper to endorse Pat Toomey over Joe Sestak in the much-watched race for the open U.S. Senate seat from Pennsylvania.

Toomey would make a real difference in Congress, unlike Sestak, who has rubber-stamped the Obama-Pelosi agenda since he arrived in Washington.

From the newspaper's endorsement editorial:
Toomey is so opposed to earmarks he says he wouldn't try to bring any back to Pennsylvania — he'd focus on eliminating them, a practice he began as a congressman.

The best example of Toomey's tenaciousness came in 1998-99, when he got tired of arguing in the House about excessive spending and wrote his own budget. He then led a filibuster that forced Republican leaders to adopt some of his cuts.

That's the kind of restraint Congress needs to enshrine — and Toomey is the candidate who won’t brook any dissent in a war on wasteful spending.
Read the full editorial at the newspaper's website.

Another Unaffordable Entitlement

From Investor's Business Daily:
ObamaCare: Finding things we don't like in the Democrats' overhaul legislation is becoming an almost daily event. Add to the list the possibility that a provision in the bill could be almost six times more costly than the initial estimate.
Another Unaffordable Entitlement - Investors.com

Nation's Largest Taxpayer Group Endorses Marco Rubio for Senate

Political Action Arm of Nation's Largest Taxpayer Group Endorses Marco Rubio for Senate

Study: Boxer Would Boost, Fiorina Would Trim Federal Budget

Study: Boxer Would Boost, Fiorina Would Trim Federal Budget

Inquirer endorses Meehan over Lentz

The Philadelphia Inquirer has endorsed Republican Pat Meehan over Democrat Bryan Lentz in the race for Pennsylvania's 7th Congressional District.

From the newspaper's endorsement editorial:
The heated contest for an open congressional seat in Delaware County could turn on an ethical controversy involving the Democratic nominee, who condoned helping a third-party candidate regarded as a spoiler.

Two-term Democratic state Rep. Bryan Lentz says he sees no harm in his volunteers' gathering thousands of petition signatures for a third-party challenger, Jim Schneller, who is far from being congressional material.

Lentz's dismissive explanation - "politics is politics" - for helping to get Schneller on the ballot is a jarring admission and character flaw for a former Philadelphia prosecutor.

If the matchup comes down to credibility and integrity, though, voters have an attractive alternative: Former U.S. Attorney PATRICK MEEHAN, who earns The Inquirer's endorsement.

The straitlaced Meehan, 55, was a solid district attorney in Delaware County. But it was his anticorruption probes as federal prosecutor for eight years - including nearly two dozen pay-to-play cases in Philadelphia, and developing the winning case against former State Sen. Vincent J. Fumo - that serve as his most important achievement.

Meehan may be to the right of Lentz in this campaign, but he has a record as a moderate Republican. Voters should give him the chance to follow those sound instincts in Washington.
Read more endorsements at the newspaper's website.

A Fun Halloween

Columnist: Liberals Attempt to Stifle Soldiers' Ability to Vote

Doug Giles: Liberals Attempt to Stifle Soldiers' Ability to Vote

MSNBC President Phil Griffin Laughably Claims Channel Doesn't Fundraise for Dems

MSNBC President Phil Griffin Laughably Claims Channel Doesn't Fundraise for Dems

George Will schools Christiane Amanpour On Campaign Spending

George Will schools Christiane Amanpour On Campaign Spending

Columnist: Honeymoon is officially over for Phillies

McCaffery: Honeymoon is officially over for Phillies (With Video) - delcotimes.com

'60 Minutes' Shock Report: National Unemployed and Underemployed 17.5%



60 Minutes Shock Report: National Unemployed and Underemployed 17.5%; California 22%

Liberal newspaper endorses Tom Corbett for governor

One of the most liberal newspapers in Pennsylvania, The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, is urging its readers to elect Republican Tom Corbett governor of Pennsylvania over Ed Rendell-close Dan Onorato.

I am shocked. The Post-Gazette hardly ever endroses Republicans.

From the newspaper's endorsement editorial:
This no-nonsense politician also has his enlightened and progressive side. He recognizes the benefit of early education (as does Mr. Onorato) and sees the absurdity of that relic of Prohibition, the monopolistic Liquor Control Board system, and the crying need for its privatization (which Mr. Onorato does not). If done right, this would be a way of providing a great amount of budgetary relief without raising taxes. It also would send a message in the strongest way that Pennsylvania, despite its backward reputation, is not change averse.

The Post-Gazette endorses Tom Corbett, the candidate in a season of change who we believe can break with the past for the sake of a better future.

Read the full editorial here.

The city's other newspaper, the more conservative Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, also endorsed Corbett for governor. You can read that editorial here.

Sunday, October 24, 2010

'Obama's downfall is his arrogance'

You know things are going bad when die-hard liberals Steve and Cokie Roberts turn on Obama, a man tney've supported for more than two years. The Kool Aid must have worn off for the Roberts family.

From their latest column:
"Some disillusionment was inevitable and unavoidable. But Team Obama also made a classic mistake. They decided that the rules of politics did not apply to them, that the popularity of their campaign slogans would somehow insulate them from the realities of Washington.

Arrogance probably is the right word. Obama ran hard against Washington, against the insiders and interest groups and influence traders, against capital careerists like John McCain and Hillary Clinton. Then, once elected, he tried to tell voters that Washington was actually the answer to practically every issue: rising job losses, insurance premiums and global temperatures.

At its core, the message was contradictory. How can Washington be the problem -- and the solution — at the same time."
Read the full column at the link below:

Obama's downfall is his arrogance - pottsmerc.com

Weekly Republican Address: Sen. John Thune

Is there life after death?

Review of Clint Eastwood's 'Hereafter' | Movies & TV | Christianity Today

PA GOP AD WATCH: Desperate Onorato Lies, Tries To Scare Voters

Republican Party of Pennsylvania

Berks County Patriots hold candidates night

550 people attended a candidates night sponsored by the Berks County Patrios. That's an amazing turnout. Most events sponsored by Democratic groups draw a few dozen people. This group is becoming a real force in Berks County politics.

Berks County Patriots hold candidates night

Saturday, October 23, 2010

Shocking video of NY Democrats sitting through the Pledge of Allegiance

Trade Ryan Howard!

How appropriate that Ryan Howard should be called out on strikes looking in the bottom of the 9th with two men on to end the Phillies 2010 season. It symbolizes Ryan's pathetic performance in the playoffs, where he did not have a single RBI. Howard deserves the lion's share of the blame for the Phillies disappointing playoff run. There's plenty of blame to go around, but Howard gets paid big bucks to knock in runs and he failed. This time is too old and too complacent. The Phils need a major shakeup for 2011. Start by trading Howard for a more consistent run producer.

For Your Eyes Only: Russian spy Anna Chapman poses for Maxim



The Cold War could be heating up again. Russian spy Anna Chapman poses for the Russian edition of Maxim magazine.

My Russian is a little rusty, but Chapman graces the cover of the November issue under the caption "For Your Eyes Only," a reference to the 1981 James Bond movie.

Read more about the spy who came in from the cold here.

Friday, October 22, 2010

Video: Whole Lotta Obama Kool Aid



With apologies to Led Zeppelin, check out this very funny song parody. (Song lyrics are available at the link below)

Whole Lotta Obama Kool Aid - HUMAN EVENTS

Obamacare: The cure is worse than the ailment

Latest column from Deroy Murdock:

Obamacare: The cure is worse than the ailment - trentonian.com

50 Ways Tom Corbett will Rebuild PA

Tom Corbett's plan for undoing the damage Ed Rendell has done to Pennsylvania over the past 8 years.

50 Ways Tom Corbett will Rebuild PA | Tom Corbett for Governor of Pennsylvania

Rendell Vetoes House Bill 101, Cites Constitutional Concerns

Pennsylvania Governor Rendell Vetoes House Bill 101, Cites Constitutional Concerns

Majority of Voters Say Supreme Court Should Consider Obamacare Constitutionality

Majority of Voters Say Supreme Court Should Consider Obamacare Constitutionality

Ten Legislative Races Pass $1M Mark

Ten Legislative Races Pass $1M Mark

Shovel Ready Job

Newspaper: Tom Corbett is the best choice for governor

From The Daily Item in Sunbury:
Corbett has demonstrated that he understands the challenges ahead and offers the best plan to overcome those obstacles in a way that taxpayers will appreciate. Corbett is the best choice for governor in a time when Pennsylvanians demand change.
Read the full editorial at the link below:

Tom Corbett is the best choice for governor

Columnist: Anti-business Obama strikes again

How can the economy recover when you have the president and Congress working to destroy it? Hope and change will come when veto-proof GOP majorities are elected to Congress on Nov. 2.

Anti-business Obama strikes again - pottsmerc.com

'Yes we can' turn mess around

Great letter to the editor. The choice on Nov. 2: More of the same failed Obama/Pelosi policies or real change?

'Yes we can' turn mess around - pottsmerc.com

Pat Toomey's Cat Responds To Joe Sestak's Dog

Liberal witch-hunt at NPR

Is Nina Totenberg Next? | The Weekly Standard

Columnist: Defund All Public Broadcasting Now

Why are taxpayers forking up $420 million a year to support left-wing propaganda outlets like NPR and PBS?

Defund All Public Broadcasting Now - HUMAN EVENTS

GOP Ready to Probe NPR's Federal Funding

Why are American taxpayers funding a left-wing propaganda operation like National Public Radio?

GOP Ready to Probe NPR’s Federal Funding - HUMAN EVENTS

Bill O'Reilly: View to a Kill

Bill O'Reilly's latest column on how political correctness is getting in the way of fighting terrorism.

Bill O'Reilly: Bill's Column - View to a Kill

Barbara Boxer Parody Video

Call Me Madam Joe from RightChange on Vimeo.

Columnist: The World Has A Muslim Problem

The World Has A Muslim Problem

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The Empire Strikes Back

What Are We Most Angry About? The Economy, Unemployment, the Government, Taxes and Immigration

What Are We Most Angry About? The Economy, Unemployment, the Government, Taxes and Immigration

Nation's Largest Taxpayer Group Endorses Pat Toomey for Senate

Political Action Arm of Nation's Largest Taxpayer Group Endorses Toomey for Senate

My interview with US Rep. Jim Gerlach

Video: Q&A with Jim Gerlach - pottsmerc.com

The Imperial Presidency

David Asman has a disturbing prediction of "The Coming Imperial Presidency" after Democrats lose control of Congress.

His Majesty Barack Obama will not listen to the voice of the people when they repudiate his radical agenda on Nov. 2.

Instead, he will likely rule by decry, bypassing Congress - and the will of the American people.

From Asman's column at Fox Business:
(Obama's) vision of America is one in which a dwindling private sector becomes the lap dog of an ever growing, government managed economy. You can call it European statism or socialism, but it's definitely not the free market most of us were accustomed to. And while it may not be our vision of America, it is his vision. And he wants to pursue it. But how? Without a compliant Congress it won't be as easy as it was the first two years. That's why we think he's going to turn up the juice of his executive powers to a level we haven't seen for decades. And it's not just us saying it.

The Los Angeles Times published a piece last week about how Obama is considering using executive orders to bypass the intentions of Congress:

"The best arena for Obama to execute his plans may be his own branch of government. That means more executive orders…and more deployment of his ample regulatory powers and the wide-ranging rulemaking authority of his Cabinet members."
Read the full column here.

No Going-Away Present for Ed Rendell

Governor Rendell Says Severance Tax Clearly is Dead This Year

Trick-or-Treat Obama Style

Viguerie Launches Petition, with a Goal of a Million Names, to End Federal Funding of National Public Radio (NPR)

Viguerie Launches Petition, with a Goal of a Million Names, to End Federal Funding of National Public Radio (NPR)

Sen. Reid's Taxpayer Reimbursed Expenses Include $16,548 Video Wall

Sen. Reid's Taxpayer Reimbursed Expenses Include $16,548 Video Wall

Prescription Drug Abuse in the Workplace on the Rise

Prescription Drug Abuse in the Workplace on the Rise

Thursday, October 21, 2010

Political correctness run amuck!

NPR fires Juan Williams for Muslim comments. Was it fair? - CSMonitor.com

Pa. Democrat admits helping Tea Party candidate

Pa. Democrat admits helping Tea Party candidate - The Hill's Ballot Box

BREAKING NEWS: 34th Chilean miner rescued!

The Puppet Master

Deceptive Democrat election mailer exposed

Deceptive Democrat election mailer - mcall.com

Newspaper: Voters should learn candidate positions, not the propaganda

Voters should learn candidate positions, not the propaganda - pottsmerc.com

Berks County 'Extreme Makeover' episode to air Sunday

Berks 'Extreme Makeover' episode to air Sunday - pottsmerc.com

Time to de-fund NPR

American taxpayers should not be paying for a left-wing propaganda tool like NPR.

Le·gal In·sur·rec·tion: Juan Williams Fired For Acknowledging Negative Stereotypes

The old ball and chain

Al Gore, You're Next!

Wikipedia Bans Radical Global Warming Propagandist From Editing All Pages

Christine O'Donnell is correct: No 'separation of church and state' in Constitution

Christine O'Donnell Shames ABC Into Airing Democrat's First Amendment Gaffe

Liberal Fascism On The Rise At NPR



NPR, which is funded by taxpayers, fired political commentator Juan Williams because he expressed his opinion on the Muslim threat to the U.S. during an appearance on Bill O'Reilly's show.

Another example of liberal fascism.

There is no free speech when it comes to expressing views the far left doesn't like.

I'm no fan of Juan Williams, who is a liberal, but he has a right to express his opinion - except it seems on the ultra-left NPR.

Columnist: A Soulless White House

A Soulless White House

Rep. Michele Bachmann: Democrats recklessly spending and killing jobs

Democrats are recklessly spending and killing jobs, writes Bachmann - TheHill.com

'No COLA again is outrageous'

Terrific letter to the editor: "Democrats always proclaim to be the champion of the underdog, but this Democrat-controlled Congress and administration has demonstrated that this is far from the truth."

No COLA again is outrageous (10/19/10)