Unrealistic Expectations

The demands of Democratically oriented interest groups this legislative session was far beyond the pale especially since the DFL only retains 1/3rd actual power. By extension then the DFL should only be able to deliver one-third of the result, which is what happened...

Bolstering the Reelection Rationale for Wellstone

If the changing of parties by US Senator James Jeffords (R-VT) is announced it will be good news for US Senator Paul Wellstone (D-MN) in his bid for a 3rd term. It makes sound political sense to argue for the higher value of reelection for a majority member, rather...