For those who consider Pelosi and Reid to be backstepping and only moderately effective, the characterizations of them as liberal and highly partisan is a laugh when compared to their partisan Republican predecessors. Also, there is no mention of republican moves prior to 2006 to eliminate the filibuster.

An excellent read that succinctly and soberly breaks down the Congressional side of next Tuesday's election.

While a lot of stories about the presidential election are reporting on McCain's new fear tactics, this is the first I've seen that mentions that McCain's own party was in exactly the position he warns against for 6 years. So certainly the country should be familiar with the dangers! Another story I posted last night explored the various tensions within the Party, the relative weakness of both congressional leaders, and how that might affect an all-Democratic federal government. ... More »

This story gives a lot of interesting history and background to the filibuster, such as the Dutch origin and Strom Thurmond's usage of it in the fifties.