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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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New Jersey Property Tax Cap –

Posted on 7. July 2010 by Jim Sutliff

The New Jersey State Assembly is expected to support the annual property tax increase cap backed by Christie and the State Senate.  The State Assembly is in Democratic hands with Democrats having a 47-33 advantage.  Tax increase will be capped at … 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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Ehrlich Pulls Ahead –

Posted on 4. July 2010 by Jim Sutliff

Political Wire reports that a recent Magellan Strategies Survey indicates that Ehrlich has taken a small lead in the Gubernatorial race in Maryland.  Ehrlich currently leads O’Malley 46% to 43% in the race. To visit Political Wire, please click here: … 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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Finance Bill Delayed –

Posted on 1. July 2010 by Jim Sutliff

The Finance Reform bill has been delayed until after the 4th of July recess.  This may cause further changes to the bill as swing votes consider all options.  There has already been the elimination of $19 billion in fees assessed … Continue reading →

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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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Ohio Stimulus Jobs –

Posted on 19. June 2010 by Jim Sutliff

There has been a great deal of discussion on the stimulus and how it relates to job creation.  A recent focus has been on Ohio where the topic has been raised at a number of events.  Ohio State Auditor Mary … 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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Nevada Becomes Toss-Up –

Posted on 11. June 2010 by Jim Sutliff

Congressional Quarterly politics is rating the Nevada Senate race between Reid and Angle as a toss-up.  Democratic majority leader Harry Reid trails Republican Sharon Angle by double digits in recent polls.  The Angle primary win over Sue Lowden benefits the Democrats but … 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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California Dreaming –

Posted on 9. June 2010 by Jim Sutliff

Meg Whitman wins the Republican Gubernatorial nomination in Califonia.  Whitman is the former CEO of eBay and will face Jerry Brown in the general election in November.  This is expected to be one of the highest spending campaigns for Governor in … 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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Top 5 DC Political Restaurants –

Posted on 28. May 2010 by Jim Sutliff

Congress.org has an article on the top 5 political restaurants in Washington.  The Capitol Hill Club is at the top of the list and Charlie Palmer’s Steakhouse also makes an appearance.  Four are available to the publice but The Capitol … Continue reading →

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Roll Call House Overview –

Posted on 24. May 2010 by Jim Sutliff

One of the best sources for political news and analysis is Roll Call.  Roll Call has a recent article that provides an overview of the House elections.  The article cites a Rothenberg political report which indicates that 68 Democratic seats … Continue reading →

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