Too Right to Be Wrong

As it now stands, the Republican Party has convinced a segment of the population that government is antithesis to the health of this nation. It has enabled a radical collection of far-right congressmen to eschew all compromise and centralized party direction. Tea Party politicians in Congress can afford, even relish, the political ramifications of a shutdown because, after forty years of anti-government rhetoric, these congressmen only need to re-affirm to their voters that government cannot function.

Shifting Senate

Out of the sixty-three elections for the New York State Senate held on November 6th, two results have yet to be announced as ballots continue to be counted.

Michael OuimetteNovember 26, 2012Democratic Party, IDC, Independent Democratic Conference, michael ouimette, New York, Web ColumnsComment

Cuomo in Control

To regain control of the state senate, the Democrats need a unified financial, media, and grassroots operation that can only be inspired by one leader. Governor Andrew Cuomo is the only person who has the popularity to deliver independent swing voters to candidates like Addabbo and O’Brien.

Michael OuimetteOctober 2, 2012Cuomo, Democratic Party, michael ouimette, New York, Web ColumnsComment

Unshackling The DNC

As long as the unity of the ever-fractious Democratic constituency is tied up in party leaders threatened by term limits and local electoral battles, the party remains one unlucky election away from disarray. Fortunately, they already have a perfect candidate to take responsibility for a party-wide message—the Democratic National Committee (DNC).

Nick EdwardsApril 3, 2004Blast from the Past, Democratic National Committee, Democratic Party, DNC, electionsComment

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