Tag Archives: Chris Christie

The Smoke-Filled Back Room; Inside a Brokered Convention

Posted on February 3, 2012 by Mr. Universe

What happens if nobody wins the requisite number of delegates to wrap up the Republican nomination for President? The result would be a brokered convention. The scenario isn’t entirely out of the realm of possibility. For example, if Newt Gingrich … Continue reading →

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The Smart Ones Stayed Out of the Clown Car

Posted on October 14, 2011 by Mr. Universe

Think about it. Mitch Daniels, Chris Christie, Mike Huckabee, Haley Barbour; all politically smart cookies. They knew better than to get engaged in the 2012 presidential race. Oh…well, of course there’s Sarah Palin and Donald Trump. Not so smart but … Continue reading →

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Republican Presidential Nominee Field Takes Shape

Posted on October 6, 2011 by Mr. Universe

It appears that the Republican field of presidential nominees is set. Unsurprisingly, Sarah Palin announced yesterday that she is not running for President as did New Jersey Governor Chris Christie. Marco Rubio also shot down any rumours that he is … Continue reading →

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In This Corner…Rick Perry

Posted on July 21, 2011 by Mr. Universe

2012 Contender Series: Rick Perry (Update: After coming in dead last in New Hampshire, Rick Perry withdrew from the Repblican Primary) (Update: Perry officially announced his candidacy on Satuday, August 13th on the day of the Iowa Straw Poll) Yes, … Continue reading →

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Free Forum Friday June 3rd Edition

Posted on June 3, 2011 by Mr. Universe

Fairly quiet week for a change. Endeavour made her final flight and Cmdr. Kelly was reunited with his wife, Rep. Giffords. They are turning into the all-American couple. The Republicans are making their way to Iowa and New Hampshire as more … Continue reading →

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Mitch Daniels Not Running

Posted on May 22, 2011 by Mr. Universe

Just after midnight on May 22nd, 2011 Mitch Daniels released a memo to his constituents informing them he will not run for President in 2012. The GOP had hoped the Indiana Governor would get in the race as a serious … Continue reading →

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Hot Fudge Sunday February 27

Posted on February 27, 2011 by Michael Weiss

Sundays bring us the political talk shows. If you see something interesting on one of them, jump on the comment board and talk about it. This week, coinciding with the National Governors Association‘s annual winter meeting, everyone’s got a governor … Continue reading →

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Hot Fudge Sunday January 16

Posted on January 16, 2011 by Monotreme

Sundays bring us the political talk shows. Unsurprisingly, this week is dominated by last weekend’s shooting of Rep. Gabrielle Giffords (D-AZ). If you see something interesting on one of them, jump on the comment board and talk about it. According … Continue reading →

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