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Capito Not Running –

Posted on 22. July 2010 by Jim Sutliff

Shelly Moore Capito has announced that she will not seek the Senate seat held by Robert Byrd.  The filing deadline to declare a candidacy is this friday and the Republicans may have a primary.  Ken Hechler and John Raese may … Continue reading →

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Tax Cuts –

Posted on 21. July 2010 by Jim Sutliff

Democrats are expected to offer a plan to keep the Bush tax cuts for the middle class.  Tax cuts for higher incomes will be allowed to expire.  An estate tax of 45% for the next two years will also be … Continue reading →

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Manchin Declares –

Posted on 20. July 2010 by Jim Sutliff

West Virginia Governor Joe Manchin has announced that he will run for the U.S. Senate seat.  The primary for the Byrd seat will be held on August 28th and the general election is on November 2nd.  Shelley Moore Capito is … Continue reading →

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Republican U.S. Senate Hopes –

Posted on 19. July 2010 by Jim Sutliff

Republicans have a strong chance to take control of the U.S. Senate this November.  The Wall Street Journal has an article that provides a breakdown of key races and how they are shaping up.  Republicans would need to have 51 … Continue reading →

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Republican Congressional Control –

Posted on 18. July 2010 by Jim Sutliff

The chairman of the Republican campaign committee, Pete Sessions, made some bold predictions on Meet The Press.  One prediction is that the Republicans may win 40 seats and take back control of the House.  There is a strong possibility of a … Continue reading →

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Goodwin Named To Byrd Seat –

Posted on 16. July 2010 by Jim Sutliff

West Virginia Governor Joe Manchin has named Carte Goodwin to the Robert Byrd Senate seat.  Goodwin will temprorarily fill the seat until a special election in November.  The winner of the special election will fill the remainder of the Senate … Continue reading →

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West Virginia Special Election –

Posted on 9. July 2010 by Jim Sutliff

The West Virginia Attorney General Darrell McGraw has issued an advisory opinion that Governor Manchin can call a special election.  The special election would be for the unexpired term of the seat held by Senator Byrd.  A special election is … Continue reading →

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Immigration Law Challenged –

Posted on 6. July 2010 by Jim Sutliff

The Justice Department sued the state of Arizona relating to an immigration law that will take effect later in the month.  The Justice Department challenge to the law has been expected. To read a related Wall Street Journal article, please … Continue reading →

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WSJ: Campaign 2010 –

Posted on 2. July 2010 by Jim Sutliff

The Wall Street Journal has built  a headquarters for political news in this election cycle.  Campaign 2010, covers news on House and Senate races at the same time as providing coverage of state specific issues.  The page provides interactive maps … Continue reading →

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Congressional Baseball –

Posted on 30. June 2010 by Jim Sutliff

In a stunning upset, the Democrats beat the Republicans 13-5 in the 49th annual Roll Call Congressional baseball game.  The game was held on Tuesday at Nationals Park. To read a Roll Call article, please click here: http://www.rollcall.com/news/47942-1.html Jim Sutliff

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Senator Byrd –

Posted on 28. June 2010 by Jim Sutliff

Senator Robert Byrd passed away at the age of 92.  Having served 51 years, the Democrat from West Virginia was the longest serving Senator in American history.  He became the longest serving Senator on June 12th, 2006.  Byrd was the chairman … Continue reading →

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Anti-Incumbent Hype –

Posted on 17. June 2010 by Jim Sutliff

Congressional Quarterly has an article by Stuart Rothenberg that addresses the anti-incumbent hype in the election news coverage.  Rothenberg does an exceptional job breaking down recent high profile elections.  His article provides analysis that can be enjoyed by all readers … Continue reading →

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Real Clear Politics –

Posted on 10. June 2010 by Jim Sutliff

 Real Clear Politics has news, analysis and opinions about politics and world events.  RCP is a great recource for information on politics and elections.  Real Clear Politics has an Election 2010 breakdown which offers multiple polls on several key races.  … Continue reading →

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Rossi Fundraising Fast –

Posted on 4. June 2010 by Jim Sutliff

Since declaring in late May, Dino Rossi has raised over $600,000 dollars.  Rossi has quickly turned the Senate race in Washington into a competitive match.  The Rossi entry could be the difference in control of the U.S. Senate after the 2010 … Continue reading →

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Gulf Oil Leak –

Posted on 2. June 2010 by Jim Sutliff

The Gulf oil spill has led to discussions on relating to the rolling back of tax breaks for oil companies.  The well is estimated to be leaking between 12,000 and 15,000 barrels a day.  There is more than enough blame … Continue reading →

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