Shane Vander Hart & Steve Riker talk with State Rep. Jason Schultz about the legislative session, the fact that Al Sharpton is a cat, and much more.
Caffeinated Thoughts Radio 4-12-14
CPAC 2014 Final Thoughts
(Alexandria, VA) Killing some time before my flight back home sitting in a coffee shop in Old Town Alexandria I thought I’d share some thoughts about my very first trip to CPAC. I was disappointed that there was not a panel on the abortion issue. Totally ignoring social issues is not the way forward especially […]
Iowa Polls: Iowa U.S. Senate and Governor’s Races & 2016
There were two polls focused on Iowa released recently. Quinnipiac in a poll released today said that President Barack Obama receives his lowest approval rating in Iowa to date at 38%. They also polled Iowa’s U.S. Senate race. In the 2014 Senate race, Congressman Bruce Braley (D-IA), gets 43 percent, while Republican candidate, former U.S. […]
Chris Christie Fails to Show Leadership on Marriage
Governor Chris Christie (R-NJ) in his decision to withdraw his state’s appeal of a NJ court order to undefine marriage failed to demonstrate true leadership.
My List of Prospective 2016 GOP Presidential Candidates
With the 2012 election cycle behind us, Shane Vander Hart looks at list of 15 potential 2016 GOP presidential candidates.
Veepstakes: Who Will Romney Pick as His Running Mate?
Now that we can say the GOP nomination is wrapped up, as Ron Paul has admitted they won’t have enough delegates to keep Mitt Romney from the nomination and his son, Senator Rand Paul, has endorsed Romney. Lets talk VP picks. Who will be Romney’s running mate? Some names I’ve seen mentioned, not in any particular […]
Christie Takes a Pass; A Palin Decision Forthcoming
It looks like we’re down to one possible late entry into the 2012 Republican primary race: Sarah Palin. New Jersey Governor Chris Christie declined entering the race. He said he has a commitment to New Jersey which is he is unwilling to abandon. I respect that. Despite big money donors who desire to play kingmaker […]
Terry Branstad’s Education Summit: A Good Start, Now Let The Hard Work Begin
During Iowa Governor Terry Branstad’s Education Summit, I was struck by the relatively balanced list of speakers, the diversity of ideas, and the civil tone of those in attendance as they listened to everyone’s points of view. I was also fascinated by the backchannel discussions on Twitter using the hashtag #iaedsummit. The two speakers who […]
Looks Like Huckabee Is Beck’s Perfect Candidate
Glenn Beck has suggested that Mike Huckabee is the perfect progressive candidate for the Republican Party. I think you’ll be a bit surprised at that claim if you follow the links. This governor granted more pardons than any governor of his state since 1967 This governor struggled with a weight problem most of his […]
Michele Bachmann for President? Who Will Be in the 2012 GOP Field?
ABC News says that perhaps those talking about the 2012 speculation surrounding Congresswoman Michele Bachmann (R-MN) need to think bigger than a potential U.S. Senate race with incumbent Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN). ABC News has learned that Bachmann, R-Minn., also is seriously weighing whether to seek the Republican nomination for president in 2012. A source […]
Chris Christie on New Jersey Union and School Reform
New Jersey Governor Chris Christie speaking at the Excellence in Education National Summit spoke on the need for public school reform and how the teacher’s union’s roadblocks to achieving that. Originally posted at American Principles in Action.
Governor Chris Christie Says It Like It Is In Iowa Last Night
I had the pleasure of attending Governor Terry Branstad’s fundraiser at the Hy-Vee Conference Center last night featuring New Jersey Governor Chris Christie. Although the absolutely packed house, energy for Branstad’s campaign, and solid program were great to see; Gov. Christie’s potent and relevant comments were what made the evening for me. I noticed Governor Christie […]
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie to headline October fundraiser for Terry Branstad
(URBANDALE) – The Branstad/Reynolds team this morning announced that New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie will headline a fundraising event for them in Des Moines on Oct. 4. Christie, elected in 2009 and sworn into office last January, has quickly risen as a national leader within the Republican Party. “I’m excited to welcome Governor Christie to […]
Election Night Results: Big Wins in VA & NJ Governor’s Races, Loss in NY 23, Maine Smacks Down Gay Marriage
So far the GOP has a trifecta in Virginia winning the Governor, Lt. Governor, and Attorney General Seats. Also a big win in New Jersey as Chris Christie beats incumbant Governor Jon Corzine. With the Virginia Governor Race: Republican Bob McDonnell trounced Democrat Creigh Deeds 59% to 41%. In New Jersey Gubernatorial race – Chris […]
Updated: Chris Daggett: Sarah is Right, I’m Wrong, Also Palin Involved in VA Gov. Race
Bumped up, update below. 11/1/09 – Apparently third party candidate in the New Jersey race, Chris Daggett claimed on MSNBC this morning that Governor Sarah Palin, among others pressured him to drop out of the race. Governor Palin just posted on Facebook to say it didn’t happen: Despite what candidate Chris Daggett is claiming, I […]
Latte Links (10/27)
Miscellany on this warm autumn Tuesday in Des Moines. Sunny fall days are awesome! Al Mohler: The Idolatrous Religion of Conscience – A Lutheran Lesson for Us All Sarah Palin: East Coast Races Impact All Americans WSJ: Is ObamaCare Pro-Life? by James Freeman Annuit Coeptis: Sarah Palin’s Call to Arms (HT: Josh Painter) Tim Challies: […]