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Election

Government Shutdown Closures –

Posted on 7. April 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The deadline for a government shutdown is approaching and the Washington Wire has an article on the effects of a shutdown.  Washington Wire lists several Federal agencies and the possible consequences for each agency if a spending bill is not approved.  … Continue reading →

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LeMieux To Seek Florida Senate Seat –

Posted on 1. April 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Republican George LeMieux is expected to declare his candidacy for the Florida Senate seat held by Democrat Bill Nelson.  LeMieux was appointed by Governor Crist in 2009 to fill the remainder of the term for Republican Mel Martinez.  LeMieux will face a … Continue reading →

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Republican Pawlenty Presidential Campaign –

Posted on 30. March 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Republican Presidential candidate Tim Pawlenty is starting to visit key states like Ohio.  The former Governor of Minnesota must improve his name recognition with Republican primary voters.  Pawlenty is targeting midwestern states that are more likely to support his candidacy for the … Continue reading →

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Millionaire Tax –

Posted on 26. March 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The millionaire tax is a hot button tax issue in  several states.  The results from an increased tax rate for high earners are questioned by many analysts.  Supporters of the millionaire tax argue that it increases revenue and effects a very small percentage … Continue reading →

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Bachmann Presidential Run –

Posted on 24. March 2011 by Jim Sutliff

CNN and Roll Call are reporting that Michele Bachmann is set to form a Presidential exploratory committee.  The committee could be formed as early as June and would allow Bachmann to participate in early debates.  Bachmann is a favorite of the Tea … Continue reading →

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Tax Rate Cut –

Posted on 18. March 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The House Ways and Means Committee on tax writing will propose tax rate cuts for individuals and corporations.  The highest tax rate proposed will fall from 35% to 25%.  There are no specific details regarding a timeline or which offsetting tax breaks would … Continue reading →

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The Drudge Report –

Posted on 16. March 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The Drudge Report is a premier site that provides coverage of business, politics, and world events.  The Drudge Report has valuable links to sites and articles in an easy to read format.  To visit The Drudge Report, please click here: http://www.drudgereport.com/ James Sutliff

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Dean Heller Seeks Nevada Senate Seat –

Posted on 15. March 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Dean Heller has stated that he will seek the Nevada Senate seat held by Senator Ensign.  Last week, Senator Ensign announced that he would retire and not run for re-election.  The Ensign departure could trigger a crowded Republican field but Heller is expected to … Continue reading →

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Rothenberg Elite Eight –

Posted on 9. March 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The 2012 Senate races are likely to shift majority control to the Republicans.  Democrats are facing an uphill battle in competitive states and a growing number of retirements.  A recent Roll Call article by Stuart Rothenberg discusses the dynamics behind eight competitive … Continue reading →

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Democrat Akaka Will Not Run –

Posted on 3. March 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Democratic Senator Daniel Akaka has joined a growing list of Democrats that will not run for re-election in 2012.  The decision not to run makes the Senate seat for Hawaii a competitive race.  Republicans are likely to run former Governor Linda Lingle for the … Continue reading →

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Rahm Emanuel Wins Chicago Mayoral Race –

Posted on 22. February 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Rahm Emanuel won the Chicago Mayoral race with over 50% of the vote.  There will not be a run-off election because Emanuel carried more than 50% of the vote.  The race began last fall after Mayor Richard Daley announced that … Continue reading →

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Senator Bingaman To Retire –

Posted on 19. February 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Senator Bingaman of New Mexico became the fourth Democrat to announce retirement plans for 2012.  The democrat served five terms and was expected to face a strong Republican challenge in the next election.  The New Mexico Senate seat is considered … Continue reading →

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Senate Democrats 2012 Races –

Posted on 15. February 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The Rothenberg Political Report is a great source for news and analysis on politics.  Recently, the Rothenberg Political Report had an article on the challenges that the Democrats will face in the 2012 Senate races.  The recent decision by Webb and … Continue reading →

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Senator Kyl Plans To Retire –

Posted on 10. February 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Senator Jon Kyl has announced that he will not run for re-election.  The Republican Senator first won the Arizona senate seat in 2006.  Arizona will most likely vote for the Republican Presidential candidate in 2012 and that should help the Republican candidate for … Continue reading →

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Democrat Webb Will Not Run –

Posted on 9. February 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Virginia Senator Jim Webb has announced that he will not run for re-election in 2012.  The Democrat first won the Senate seat by a small magin in 2006.  Webb would have faced a rematch with former Republican Senator George Allen.  George Allen … Continue reading →

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