Comments on: GOP rebounds in Pa.—or does it?

By: M1

M1 — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:08:53 +0000

The reason that the vote shifted Republican, and will shift Republican in 2010, is because of the liberally derranged policies of Democrats both on a local level and beyond. Congress has over-stepped The Constitution. The American people do not want Big Government, Higher taxes,and the chains of out-of-control spending and control of every aspect of our lives. It is time for the Governor to call for a Constitional Convention and show our State sovernty.All incumbents will be voted out, for their lack of good stewardmanship. The time for special interests is over.It’s all about kitchen table issues.

By: Adam Schwartzbaum

Adam Schwartzbaum — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 05:02:42 +0000

No, local isn’t national. The big story in those judicial elections isn’t the power or failure of the President and his agenda; its about the civic disconnect between Americans’ relationships with the federal government and with their local governments. The polling location of the University of Pennsylvania had over 3000 votes on Election Day in 2008. It had less than 200 last week.

Yes, Obama and the Democrats will need young people and minorities to come out strong in 2010. And they will if the President and Congress can deliver on their promises of change. The election will hinge largely on legislation – as good government should be. Hopefully the right outcomes on Capital Hill will move our country in the right direction AND assure our Democratic majority.

By: flynnbw

flynnbw — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 02:25:45 +0000

There are some truly principled moderates out there – or at least people who hold strong beliefs, some of which are more liberal and some more conservative.

By: Tom

Tom — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:50:28 +0000

I posted this the day before yesterday and after reading David & Jon, I thought it appropriate to re post:

Tom
3 days ago
In my opinion: Moderate Republican – sits on the fence and waits for the wind to blow (Arlen Specter, Republican)

In my opinion: Moderate Democrat – migrates with the majority of their party, Fly right toward election season, fly left between elections. (Arlen Specter, Democrat)

Bottom line: Moderate does not take a stand on anything, lacks leadership, self preservation is their only goal.

Do you think an honest polititian, (if there is such a creature), would ever get elected?

By: Jon Geeting

Jon Geeting — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 22:19:46 +0000

The PA GOP may be moderate, but Republican voters are radicalized. Rohrer’s entrance into the race will force Corbett to shed his moderate image to burnish his wingnut credentials, lest his nomination get snatched away by the teabaggers.

By: David Diano

David Diano — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:46:15 +0000

Philly had 12% turnout. That is pathetic (though I think Phillies Fever and the SEPTA strike knocked it down more than expected).

While I agree, the 2008 wave didn’t carry over, local is not Federal or Governor.

This might also serve to shake the Dems out of complacency.

The GOP is still the party of NO and pushing out their moderates.

If the Dems can show real progress on reforms, the economy and JOBS, the GOP will have nothing to cluck about.