Fiscal Reform Should Start with Public Pensions

Boston Globe

Out of control public pensions illustrate fiscal irresponsibility. Fiscal responsibility can begin in the same place. I'm sure it's true everywhere, but the three-way incestuous relationship among the state legislature, public unions and public officials in Massachusetts is jaw-dropping.

Wow - Feeling Really, Really Red in a Blue State

A little overwrought? Boston Globe columnists often lean well to the left. But this? This is so far left that it's hard to comprehend the reason behind it. Brian McGrory may think his fantasy/ opinion column is funny - and I suppose at some puerile level it is - but it may also reveal how completely out of touch the Dems were in this critical election.

Characterizing Scott Brown's victory as a one-night stand is way over the top. And the taking off the shirt image is a stomach-turner.

Voters were sending a message. And they know that Brown has to stand for re-election in just 2 years. So sending him to Washington is low risk with the potential for a very high return.

Read the piece, but be ready for that queazy, doesn't-this-belong-in-the-porn-aisle feeling. At least now I know what Dems mean when they say they want politicians who are in touch with the voters.

Massachusetts - YES

I suppose there is no better state in the whole United States to deal a crippling blow to one Barrack Hussein Obama. Not even the bluest of the blue can take another minute of this guys rubbish. Finally, "the power of the people" prevail. I can't wait for November of 2010 and November 2012 when we can kick all the bums to the curb. And yes, I mean Democrats and Republicans. It's time to start over, so here's to you Massachusetts for bringing back the "Spirit of 76" to all Americans.