Wizbang Politics: May 2006 Archives

2006 Pennsylvania Governor Race

Posted by Alexander K. McClure · Published: May 31, 2006 · Comments (2)

While I do not personally buy the polls that show him trailing by double digits, there is little question that Lynn Swann's campaign to unseat Ed Rendell has been going through a very rough patch. Hopefully, this 5 city swing by former Governor Ridge can re-invigorate Swann's campaign and put... [Full Story]

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Democratic Logic

Posted by Alexander K. McClure · Published: May 31, 2006 · Comments (3)

So if one Northeastern liberal lost in 2004, and if it looks like another Northeastern liberal will lose in 2008, the best thing to do is to nominate a different Northeastern liberal. Only in the Democratic Party. ... [Full Story]

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2006 Montana Senate Race

Posted by Alexander K. McClure · Published: May 31, 2006

Other than Rick Santorum, Conrad Burns is the weakest GOP incumbent up for re-election. Unlike Santorum, Burns has a serious ethics problem which arises out of the Abramoff scandal. My preference would have been that he not run for re-election, but he has. A GOP state senator has challenged Burns,... [Full Story]

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California's 50th

Posted by Lorie Byrd · Published: May 31, 2006

Hugh Hewitt looks at next week's special election to fill the seat of Duke Cunningham and how the issue of immigration is playing a role there.... [Full Story]

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We're Listening

Posted by Kevin · Published: May 31, 2006 · Comments (11)

There's plenty of changes scheduled for Wizbang Politics in the coming months, but I did want to take this opportunity to mention that we're always open to new ideas and suggestions. Use the e-mail address in the left sidebar to contact us, or leave a comment here. We're listening! I'll... [Full Story]

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Will All Politics Be Local This November?

Posted by Lorie Byrd · Published: May 31, 2006 · Comments (14)

Earlier this week, Ron Fournier wrote of his three step formula for a Democrat landslide. Republicans are three steps from a November shellacking _ each a grim possibility if habitually divided Democrats get their acts together. First step: Voters must focus on the national landscape on Nov. 7 rather than... [Full Story]

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2006 New York Senate Race

Posted by Alexander K. McClure · Published: May 30, 2006 · Comments (1)

The incumbent Democrat will still win a landslide in her bid for a second term, but this has the potential of getting very interesting as she prepares for a presidential candidacy. However, will liberal groups refrain from lending their support to other pro-war Democrats, especially Bobby Casey? ... [Full Story]

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2010 Nevada Senate Race

Posted by Alexander K. McClure · Published: May 30, 2006 · Comments (4)

According to a new Research 2000 poll, Harry Reid's approval rating in Nevada is 48%, while 41% disapprove. Also, 35 percent believe Democrats have a workable agenda under Reid's leadership, but 43 percent disagree. In other words, regardless of what they think of Republicans, only a third of Nevada voters... [Full Story]

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Candidate Websites -- There's A Whole Lotta Blogging Going On

Posted by Lorie Byrd · Published: May 30, 2006 · Comments (8)

Many candidates are enhancing their websites with a regularly updated blog. We are still in the process of completing our Wizbang Politics blogroll, but here is an example of one candidate, Mike McGavick, who has done a good job, not only with his very attractive and information-packed website, but with... [Full Story]

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2006 Alabama Governor Race

Posted by Alexander K. McClure · Published: May 29, 2006 · Comments (4)

The Democratis are having a primary in Alabama. Presently, Lieutenant Lucy Baxley has pulled into a large lead over the corrupt former Governor Don Siegelman. However, it does not really matter. Incumbent Bob Riley holds a large lead over either Democratic nominee. ... [Full Story]

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2006 New Jersey Senate Race

Posted by Alexander K. McClure · Published: May 29, 2006 · Comments (7)

Although the margin has closed, State Senator Thomas Kean continues to lead Democratic incumbent Robert Menendez. It is important to note that Kean has led in the last three polls here. New Jersey is therefore the GOP's best chance for picking up a Democratic seat. ... [Full Story]

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2006 Illinois Governor Race

Posted by Alexander K. McClure · Published: May 29, 2006 · Comments (8)

In Illinois, the Republican candidate, Judy Baar Topinka, has already debated the Democratic nominee, incumbent Rod Blagojevich. Polling here has been all over the place. A Survey USA poll had the incumbent leading 43%-37%, but another Survey USA poll has Blagojevich with a 51% job disapproval rating.... [Full Story]

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This and That

Posted by Lorie Byrd · Published: May 29, 2006 · Comments (2)

From CQ Politics: Murkowski to seek reelection : "With the completion of an agreement between Alaska and three major oil companies to build a $21 billion natural gas pipeline through the state behind him, Gov. Frank Murkowski on Friday said he would seek a second term." ME Governor Baldacci rebounds.... [Full Story]

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Feeding The Angry Netroots

Posted by Lorie Byrd · Published: May 28, 2006

There is a rift in the Democratic party over the subject of Iraq that does not seem to be getting nearly as much media attention as the disagreements over immigration and spending are getting on the Republican side of the aisle. One place the rift can be seen is in... [Full Story]

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Hillary Falls Out Of Favor Among Those On The Left, While Gore Begins To Soar

Posted by Lorie Byrd · Published: May 28, 2006 · Comments (5)

The candidate of choice of the leftwing activists in the Democratic party is rarely the candidate of choice of the general electorate, but approval of the activists is at least helpful when it comes to fundraising. Jonathan Chait points to some evidence that Hillary Clinton has fallen farther from favor... [Full Story]

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Welcome to Wizbang Politics

Posted by Lorie Byrd · Published: May 27, 2006 · Comments (8)

We aim to make Wizbang Politics an everyday must read for those wanting to stay on top of the latest political news, polls and campaign strategy. We will be monitoring individual races across the country and then will be putting that information into the context of the national political landscape.... [Full Story]

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