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February 6, 2009

Thank you, Senator McCain (UPDATE: SOURCES SAY STIMULUS DEAL REACHED)

It’s time for me to take a moment to give credit where credit is due. A couple of weeks ago, I voiced skepticism that John McCain would provide much, if any, resistance to the stimulus bill – mainly due to him trying to “move forward” in the “spirit of bipartisanship.” I figured it was a no-brainer, considering this is Obama’s biggest battle to date, and with it being so early on in his administration that McCain would want to “smooth the path” for his former rival a little in order to “prove” he wasn’t holding a grudge......   [Read More]

Jake Tapper schools Robert Gibbs on transparency

Throughout the media frenzy over Barack Obama last year, ABC News’ Jake Tapper was a bright beacon of light, shining scrutiny onto all candidates, not just those on one side of the aisle or another. He has continued his exemplary work this week, as in this video clip you can see him schooling Obama spox Robert Gibbs on Obama’s position on transparency during yesterday’s press briefing. Ouch......   [Read More]