The difference between the debates about guns in the 1990’s and now is the increased criticism of the leadership of the NRA and their complete resistance to all discussion about any gun control. Here’s a recent poll by the Pew Research Center which shows a clear majority of Americans favor background checks for all gun sales.
Since I’m always looking for an opportunity to show former VP Cheney in drag…
The Washington Post is reporting that former Senator Chuck Hagel will be nominated by President Obama for Secretary of Defense. Senator Lindsey Graham, among others, is criticizing Hagel for his past positions on the Iraq War, Israel, and Iran.
My 2012 look back for The Washington Post
President Obama to meet today with congressional leaders; Speaker Boehner calls the House back into session on Sunday. The fiscal cliff nonsense continues….
The French daily, Le Monde, is publishing a weekly page of cartoons and analysis; this week’s subject is Christmas: