The race for the Republican nomination for President is still in the embryonic stages, and, as is always the case with politics, things can change overnight. Still, there are some very interesting (telling?) numbers to consider even this early in the process. Continue reading
Category Archives: National Politics
“Always Good To Keep The Record Straight”
“Always Good To Keep The Record Straight” – Bernard Shaw reporting on the IRS clearing Gingrich on CNN in February of 1999. Continue reading
Perry Supporters React
Following Rick Perry’s blockbuster announcement withdrawing from the race for the Republican nomination for President, the Palladian View was on site interviewing women about his decision and his endorsement of Newt Gingrich. Continue reading
Iowa, Endorsements and a Possibility
Mitt Romney’s first place tie with Rick Santorum in the Iowa Caucuses have resulted in some curious punditry. It’s far too early in the electoral process to divine great wads of wisdom from the results, but some ideas are beginning to take shape. Continue reading
Age and Politics
Do we care about age when it comes to our politicians? Should we? Much was made about Ronald Reagan’s age when he was president (too old) as was John Kennedy’s (too young). With folks living longer and being more productive in their “later” years, does age (or youth) matter? Continue reading