Category Archives: 2012

Republican Camp Talks Debt Deal –

Posted on 23. July 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Republican Congressman Dave Camp predicted that there will be a compromise to raise the $14.3 trillion debt ceiling by August 2nd.  Camp would like the debt deal to include an overhaul of the tax code.  In addition, Camp has indicated that any … Continue reading →

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Boehner Predicts Compromise –

Posted on 21. July 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Republican John Boehner predicted that the GOP will compromise on raising the debt ceiling.  The House Speaker expects a majority of the Republicans will approve a modified plan proposed by the Senate even without a balanced budget amendment.  According to Democratic … Continue reading →

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States May Face Downgrade –

Posted on 19. July 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Moody’s has indicated that bond ratings of some states may be downgraded if the debt limit is not raised.  The states that depend heavily on federal revenue are likely to be hurt most by a default.  Five states with high bond ratings that … Continue reading →

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Iowa Straw Poll –

Posted on 8. July 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The Iowa Straw Poll is scheduled for August 13th at Iowa State University in Ames Iowa.  The straw poll is a Republican fundraiser and very important for several candidates.  Tim Pawlenty and Michele Bachmann are two Republican candidates that are … Continue reading →

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GOP Gains In North Carolina Redistricting –

Posted on 1. July 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The draft map for redistricting in North Carolina strongly favors Republicans.  The new districts solidify current Republican seats and place four Democratic seats into Republican leaning districts.  The four Democrats that are in danger of losing are Brad Miller, Heath … Continue reading →

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Fischer To Run For Nebraska Senate Seat –

Posted on 28. June 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Nebraska State Senator Deb Fischer is expected to announce her candidacy for the U.S. Senate.  Fischer will face State Treasurer Don Stenberg and State Attorney General Jon Bruning for the Republican nomination.  The winner of the Republican primary is favored to … Continue reading →

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Hunstman Declares –

Posted on 21. June 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Jon Huntsman became the latest Republican to announce a run for the Presidency.  The former Governor of Utah declared in a speech at Liberty State Park in New Jersey.  Jon Huntsman served as Ambassador to China for the Obama administration.  To read … Continue reading →

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Bachmann Announces Candidacy –

Posted on 14. June 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Michele Bachmann announced that she is an official candidate for President.  The announcement came at the beginning of the CNN GOP Presidential debate.  The Republican field is still wide open but it is clear that Michele will be a top contender for … Continue reading →

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Santorum Declares –

Posted on 7. June 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Rick Santorum announced that he will run for President in 2012.  The Republican served two terms in the U.S. Senate from 1995-2007.  Santorum is a fiscal and social conservative that should play well in early contests like Iowa and South Carolina.  To … Continue reading →

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Estate Tax Law –

Posted on 5. June 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Kiplinger’s has an article on the estate tax law and the portability feature.  The article also discusses the expiration of the current provision at the end of 2012.  In addition, the article provides examples of unintended consequences of the estate tax law.  To … Continue reading →

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Pawlenty Announces Presidential Run –

Posted on 23. May 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Republican Tim Pawlenty has announced that he will run for President in 2012.  Pawlenty is the former Governor of Minnesota and may also face Minnesota Congresswoman Michele Bachmann for the Republican nomination.  Bachmann is scheduled  to appear at an event in Iowa … Continue reading →

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Huckabee Won’t Run For President –

Posted on 15. May 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Republican Mike Huckabee has announced that he will not run for President in 2012.  Huckabee would have been one of the top Republican contenders for the White House.  Huckabee is popular among social conservatives and has a successful Fox News program.  To … Continue reading →

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Democratic Senator Kohl Not Running For Re-Election –

Posted on 13. May 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Democratic Senator Herbert Kohl has announced that will not seek re-election in 2012.  The Wisconsin Democrat first won the Senate seat in 1988.  Kohl is 76 years old and his retirement makes the seat very competitive.  Republicans now have an … Continue reading →

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Indiana Republican Mike Pence Enters Governor’s Race –

Posted on 5. May 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Republican congressman Mike Pence has announced that he will run for governor of Indiana in 2012.  The popular six term congressman is the favorite to win the seat and will help carry the state for the Republican Presidential candidate.  Indiana voted … Continue reading →

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The Senate Landscape: 2012 & 2014 –

Posted on 29. April 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Roll Call has an article by Stuart Rothenberg that discusses the uneven Senate landscape of 2012 and 2014.  Although Democrats still control the Senate, Republicans have a very strong chance of hitting the 60 Senator mark in 2012 or 2014.  Republican … Continue reading →

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