Archive | November, 2010
Florida Voters Approve Call for Federal Balanced Budget Amendment
Voters in Florida have overwhelmingly approved a nonbinding referendum that calls for a federal balanced budget amendment. The text of the referendum was pretty clear: In order to stop the uncontrolled growth of our national debt and prevent excessive borrowing by the Federal Government, which threatens our economy and national security, should the United States [...]
Video: Alex Sink Concedes Florida Gubernatorial Race
3. November 2010
She starts off sending gracious, moves into the sore loser territory with voter counts, and then finishes by thanking the media for helping her get farther than she should every have gotten.
What Now for Nancy Pelosi?
3. November 2010
With Republicans back in control in the U.S. House of Representatives, current Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) has a decision to make: Does she retire from Democratic leadership or stay on as minority leader? Honestly, it’s difficult to read her next step. She may face a challenge from other top Democrats angry over their loss, or [...]
Report: Mike Pence Will Run for Governor
3. November 2010
I mentioned in an earlier post that Mike Pence resigned his position as the fourth-highest ranking Republican in the House of Representatives this morning. I also hinted that Pence has his eye on a higher office, assuming he was looking at a run for president in 2012. Well, apparently that’s not the case. According to [...]
Bachmann Will Seek Key Republican Leadership Post
3. November 2010
She probably won’t be the only one seeking the Conference Chair post, either. If you haven’t heard the news, Mike Pence withdrew from his position as fourth-highest ranking House Republican this morning. He and his presidential hair are likely going to seek, shall we say, higher office in two years. If the GOP is to [...]
After Victory, Rubio Heads to Israel
3. November 2010
Senator-elect Marco Rubio (R-FL) is headed to Israel following his impressive victory in last night’s election. Rubio is said to be arriving in the country on Sunday. First they took Washington, now they’ll take Jerusalem? With victory in the congressional elections less than a day old, Florida Senator Marco Rubio (Rep.) who considers himself a [...]
Florida Governor’s Mansion Stays in Republican Hands
3. November 2010
Republicans will keep control of the Florida governor’s mansion after all. Despite a serious challenge by Democrat Alex Sink, her Republican opponent Rick Scott has been declared the winner in the 2010 gubernatorial election. Alex Sink has now conceded the race.
OBAMA’S SEAT LOST: REPUBLICAN MARK KIRK WINS
3. November 2010
The Associated Press is now projecting that Mark Kirk (R) has defeated Alexi Giannoulias (D) in the Illinois United States Senate race. The seat was previously held by Barack Obama.
DOWN GOES FEINGOLD: JOHNSON TAKES SENATE SEAT
2. November 2010
Prominent liberal Senator Russ Feingold (D) has lost his re-election bid in Wisconsin. NBC and FOX News project that businessman Ron Johnson has been elected to the United States Senate.
DNC Chief Concedes: Republicans Will Control House
2. November 2010
Democratic National Committee chairman Tim Kaine has conceded that Republicans will control the House of Representatives in the next session.
3. November 2010
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