The Spirit Of ’06
26 days until the election. Tick tock, motherfuckers. Continue reading The Spirit Of ’06
Category: Congress
Mike Johnson Does Not Have One Weird Trick
No, the GOP can’t refuse to seat the next Congress if they lose. Continue reading Mike Johnson Does Not Have One Weird Trick
Up Schmitt’s Creek
He wanted the Hawks; reality gave him the bird. Continue reading Up Schmitt’s Creek
Reptiles & Hookers
Two of Trump’s favorite words describe Gret Stet Senator John Neely Kennedy. He’s a hick hoax and a fake country bumpkin. Continue reading Reptiles & Hookers
Runaround Sue’s Close Call
Maine Senator Susan Collins was under investigation, then the MAGA cavalry rode to her rescue. Continue reading Runaround Sue’s Close Call
The Laziest Congress
When Congress fails to do its job, it’s time for a change. It’s time for Johnson, Scalise, and Thune to go. Continue reading The Laziest Congress
Can Beth Macy Author An Upset?
The reporter-turned-bestseller is stumping to serve VA-06 in Congress. Some national support wouldn’t hurt. Continue reading Can Beth Macy Author An Upset?
State Of Play
It’s 63 days until election day; tick tock, motherfuckers. Continue reading State Of Play
Malaka Of The Week: Brandon Herrera
The MAGA malakatude, it burns. Continue reading Malaka Of The Week: Brandon Herrera
Nobody’s Worse Than Todd Blanche
Thanks to Doctor Senator Cassidy, the worst is yet to come. Continue reading Nobody’s Worse Than Todd Blanche
It’s Not Just Max Miller
A primer on the GOP’s assault problem over the years. Continue reading It’s Not Just Max Miller
Saturday Odds & Sods: Heat Wave
Welcome back my friends to the show that never ends. Continue reading Saturday Odds & Sods: Heat Wave
IOKIYAR: Max Miller
Most of the people who broke out the pitchforks over Graham Platner have gone silent. Oh yeah, that’s right: it’s OK if you’re a Republican. Continue reading IOKIYAR: Max Miller
Leave McConnell’s Seat Empty
He’s coming back and it’s a pointless sacrifice of Democratic resources and reputation. Continue reading Leave McConnell’s Seat Empty
The Three Faces Of Todd Blanche
Todd Blanche should be disbarred, not promoted. Senators should just say no to his nomination. Continue reading The Three Faces Of Todd Blanche
All The President’s Lackeys
In which Adrastos paraphrases Shakespeare: “I come to bury Lindsey, not to praise him. The evil that men do lives after them; The good is oft interred with their bones; So let it be with Lindsey.” Continue reading All The President’s Lackeys
The Platner Shipwreck
Oysterman’s campaign is in deep shit and sinking fast. Art by Winslow Homer. Music by Nick Lowe, Rodney Crowell, and Gordon Lightfoot. Continue reading The Platner Shipwreck
Bill Cassidy: YOLO No Mo
Bill Cassidy is a weakling. Continue reading Bill Cassidy: YOLO No Mo
No Cap: Do The Obvious To Fix Social Security
Rising income inequality is working as an additional accelerant to burn down Social Security. Putting out the fire is as simple as making this payroll tax a true flat tax. Continue reading No Cap: Do The Obvious To Fix Social Security
Malaka Of The Week: Tom Kean Jr.
The Curious Case Of The Missing Congressman. Continue reading Malaka Of The Week: Tom Kean Jr.
Texas Trump Triumphs
Dear Texans: Vote against the crook, it’s important. Continue reading Texas Trump Triumphs
Gret Stet Of Confusion
Chaos in Louisiana as The Clownfish cancels Congressional primaries in search of partisan advantage. Continue reading Gret Stet Of Confusion
The Justice In The Shadows
Gutting the Voting Rights Act with Sam the Sham Alito and John Roberts. Don’t call them judicial conservatives. Continue reading The Justice In The Shadows
Virginia: Sitting In Limbo
The state’s crucial redistricting vote could get overturned by its Supreme Court. But the dope is that there’s still hope, and here’s why. Continue reading Virginia: Sitting In Limbo
Pushback Day In Virginia
It’s a pivotal moment in Trump’s redistricting gambit to stay unimpeached. State Senator L. Louise Lucas is only too pleased to be one face of FAFO. Continue reading Pushback Day In Virginia
Fix The “War” Word-Weaseling
We need to add political pain to reshape how the Oval Office weighs its warmongering Continue reading Fix The “War” Word-Weaseling
The Ham Sandwich Rebellion
MAGA DOJ’s performative indictment attempt fails. Continue reading The Ham Sandwich Rebellion
Quote Of The Day: Brotherly Love Edition
In memory of Renée Good, 1988-2026. Continue reading Quote Of The Day: Brotherly Love Edition
Whistleblower vs. Gabbard: Her Secret’s Safe With Her
Oh, that accusation? I’m afraid that one’s just too serious to do anything about. Sorry! Continue reading Whistleblower vs. Gabbard: Her Secret’s Safe With Her
The Village Smithy Testifies
Instant analysis of Jack Smith’s Congressional testimony. Continue reading The Village Smithy Testifies