All articles from: May, 2010
American Politics Explained
Posted on 12/05/2010 by Peter La Fleur
Perhaps the most elegant explanation of the dynamic forces in American Political culture. The Ratchet Effect
I would hope, over time, that people with moderate political views (most Democrats and Republicans) come to the realization that the Ratchet Effect is the source of their unhappiness with government.
The varied interests that make up the political Right applies [...]
Dianne Feinstein Pwned by Banking Lobbyists
Posted on 07/05/2010 by White Goodman
Feinstein’s record on votes (there were a few) regarding the “Safe, Accountable, Fair, and Efficient Banking Act of 2010″ is startling.
No on limiting leverage.
No on the FDIC ‘consumer financial protection’ department. This was weak, but better than nothing.
I didn’t dig around long enough to find the other parts of the bill voted on, but the [...]
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