NJ Politics 101: Bob Menendez headlines lead illegal immigration and taxes
NJ Politics has been a feature of public corruption over the years. The latest to hit the news, Bob Menendez, is now scheduled for a retrial.
Chris Christie
Chris Christie and New Jersey’s balanced budget legacy
N.J. governor Chris Christie has put together balanced state spending plans, while simultaneously facing considerable revenue shortfall problems.
Supreme Court tackling the issue of sports betting and states’ rights
Optimism about sports betting’s future has continued to grow since the Supreme Court agreed to hear New Jersey’s appeal.
Understanding Donald Trump’s top cabinet choices
We know some choices, but as for the rest of the cabinet, it is very important for liberals to understand some basics about Trump’s choices.
Bridgegate and the decline of American politics
A traffic study isn't a crime, even in a town whose mayor dislikes Chris Christie; traffic studies, like the Department of Motor Vehicles, are a necessary evil.
Bridgegate not over for Chris Christie
A New Jersey judge issued a summons to Governor Chris Christie over his alleged role in Bridgegate. The complaint was filed by retired firefighter William J. Brennan.
DNC scales weigh the price of urban voters: Cash or policy–
The right stuff can come from any candidate with a will to endure the media bias and take charge of what they believe in--not just Democrats.
2016 GOP Convention speech letter grades from Trump to Cruz
it is time to analyze the quality of the speeches.Those who worship Donald Trump and those who despise him.
Donald Trump Jr. brings strength, Chris Christie prosecutes Clinton
On Day 2, Donald Trump Jr. brings strength, Tiffany Trump charms, Chris Christie prosecutes Clinton. Donald J. Trump, the person, emerges.
Five people Donald Trump should consider for Vice President
Donald Trump's vice presidential nomination is his first big decisions - followed by many others. Some choices Gowdy, Cruz, Rubio, West and Walker
Marco Rubio bows out with class and honor
MIAMI, March 15, 2016 — The Ides of March continues to be a cruel date in history. The original March 15 victim was Emperor Julius Caesar, who, of course, was assassinated on that date. Five years ago and closer to our own time, the Ides of March claimed the life of rapper Nate Dogg. This ...
The myth of John Kasich
It is long past time for America to know the real truth behind the John Kasich presidential run. Myths must be separated from facts.
NJ newspapers ‘fed-up’ and demand Christie resignation
Several major New Jersey are calling for Governor Chris Christie to resign following his decision to endorse Donald Trump for the GOP presidential nomination.
BREAKING: Carly Fiorina drops out of race, Chris Christie next
WASHINGTON, Jan. 10, 2016 – In a prepared statement Wednesday afternoon, Carly Fiorina announced that she was suspending her campaign for the Republican presidential nomination. According to CNBC, Fiorina made it official in a prepared statement that read in part: “To young girls and women across the country, I say: do not let others define ...
Chris Christie spectacular in Cedar Rapids
Coming off a presidential debate where he was a big winner, New Jersey Governor Chris Christie carried that momentum throughout Iowa.
Chris Christie offers blunt talk on terrorism to Republican Jewish Coalition
The RJC attendees know that Chris Christie says what he means and means what he says
Gov. Chris Christie addresses the Council on Foreign Relations
Chris Christie has had a bump in the polls, and his national security credibility is part of the reason. At the Council on Foreign Relations, he showed why.
GOP Debates: Candidates now caving to the mainstream media?
Early on there was general consensus among Republican candidates that the media needed to get in line and the voters deserved to hear a substantial debate on today's issues.
The GOP’s ‘sit down and shut up’ candidate: Christie
The Christie candidacy is a large billboard announcing the GOP’s shriveling intellectual and political significance.
Chris Christie ended the Corzine reign of error
The only question about Chris Christie will be if the straight talking leader has made too many enemies waiting to bring payback and thwart his ambitions.