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Good points Jonah, it sounds like we don't disagree on much. And for the record, I have been and remain a determined Palin booster. I think she was a smart pick, did far more good than harm for McCain's chances, and remains a Republican to watch regardless of tomorrow's results.
Is Voting Reform On The Horizon?
tpmmuckraker.talkingpointsmemo.com — It looks like the battle over voter registration didn't end with the election. Of course, Republican-driven fears of rampant voter fraud perpetrated by ACORN proved unfounded. (So, we should note, did Democratic fears of an election stolen ... (more) Is Voting Reform On The Horizon?
BBC NEWS | Americas | Is healthcare reform still possible?
BBC NEWS | Americas | Is healthcare reform still possible?
news.bbc.co.uk — After the economy, healthcare is the biggest domestic issue influencing voters in the US presidential election. Both candidates have ambitious plans to reform the health system to expand the group covered by health insurance, and to control costs. But ... (more) BBC NEWS | Americas | Is healthcare reform still possible?
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There are things I hope the right continues to believe
Nitpicker — Here's one of those things, as written by Yuval Levin: I have been and remain a determined Palin booster. I think she was a smart pick, did far more good than harm for McCain’s chances, and remains a Republican to watch regardless of tomorrow’s results.Don't tell them this: There is evidence that Palin’s presence on the Republican ticket has hurt McCain with some voters. Fourteen percent of Obama's supporters say they once supported McCain, and the top reason given for their switch was McCain's selection of Palin as his running ...

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