A Black Republican Opines on Confederate History Month

Black Republican Deana Bass gives her perspective on Confederate History Month in Virginia: On most days, I’m proud to be associated with the conservative movement and have no problem with the Republican label. I’m proud to champion issues like school choice, tax relief, defense of the unborn and defense of marriage. But on days like [...]

Specter to Republicans: Moderate or Die

Yesterday, Republican Senator Arlen Specter of Pennsylvania made big news by announcing he is now Democratic Senator Arlen Specter of Pennsylvania. In avoiding a nasty primary challenge from the Republican right in Pennsylvania who insist on ideological purity over substance, Arlen Specter opted to become a Democrat. This morning, he was welcomed with open arms by President Obama and Vice President Biden. What a nice gift for his first 100 days in office!

Diverse Choices in Race to Lead Republican Party

The New York Times writes on the leadership race for chair of the Republican National Committee: As the nation is on the verge of inaugurating its first black president, the Republican Party is facing a telling choice: whether to elect its first black chairman. The contest for Republican Party chairman comes as Republican leaders seek [...]