Can any thinking person deny that President Obama's world president campaign strategy is impeccable? When he completes his appointment of czars who do not need congressional approval and who answer only to him, he can be less encumbered. Since the United States taxpayer funds his campaign, money is not a problem. ...more

April 29, 2009

He's a southerner who sprinkles his conversation with "yes, ma'ams," and wants to make sure his mother in Louisiana gets a newspaper article about him. ...more

September 13, 2008

It's official: Jeri Canale was declared the winner of the Democratic primary election and should face Republican Jeff Carlson in November for the District 3 seat on the Highlands County Board of Commissioners. ...more

August 30, 2008

Leaving a fight not worth fighting is not cowardice. We wish Hillary Clinton would understand that. Her prolonged standoff with Barack Obama –– in what must be the most exhausting primary race for the candidates and the voters –– is counterproductive for her party and for herself. Her refusal to give in, despite dwindling campaign funds and support within top party leaders, only accentuates her power-hungry image among certain people. ...more

May 12, 2008

If everything goes as planned, there will be a referendum on the ballot next November in which St. Petersburg residents will decide whether to allow the Rays to build a new stadium on the downtown waterfront. ...more

November 28, 2007

A few key dates in the development of the U.S. primary system: Before the 1830s - Presidential candidates are chosen by caucuses of Congress members. ...more

September 26, 2007