Oh No He Didn’t
Posted 2/08/10 by Zagreb Mukerjee
Oh yes, he did. Senator Richard Shelby (R-GA) has threatened to delay or obstruct all of Obama’s appointees until the White House concedes to his demands.
Those demands? No surprises here – several slaughterhouses’ worth of pork for his district.
Two reactions here: first, this is a gift for the Obama White House, and they know it. Shelby is making friends like nobody’s business in D.C., and Republican obstructionism has its new poster child.
Second, maybe (my fingers are most devoutly crossed) this will spur a bit of Senate procedural reform. Maybe both sides of the Senate leadership will realize how incredibly embarrassing it is when our nation’s most dignified deliberative body is held up by what is essentially a 70-year old’s temper tantrum. Maybe.
Valerie Martin at the General Meeting!
Posted 2/07/10 by Meaghan Riether
When: Tuesday, February 9, 2010 . 8PM
Where: Adams Upper Common Room*
What: Come to the meeting for a discussion of DemsCorps – our new service component, unveiled at the Spring Kickoff meeting last week – and a conversation with Valerie Martin, campaign manager for Representative Paul Hodes (D – NH) about gearing up and getting our feet on the ground for the 2010 midterm election cycle.
*Enter Adams House through the gate at 26 Plympton St. Turn left and go up the stairs to find the UCR.
New Year’s Resolution: Join the Dems!
Posted 1/27/10 by Jason Berkenfeld
Dems’ Spring Kickoff
Tuesday, Feb 2nd – 8pm
It’s a new year, new decade and a perfect time to join the Harvard Dems! The Dems are looking forward this year to preparing for the 2010 midterm elections, renewing an organizational commitment to service, and continuing their sometimes witty, sometimes snarky, and undeniably progressive commentary on all things political. Whether you’re new to the Dems, a long-lost member, or a closet liberal, there’s a place for you in the Harvard College Democrats!
Martha Coakley Needs Your Help!
Posted 1/10/10 by Jason Berkenfeld
Anyone interested in calling voters from the comfort of their home on behalf of the Coakley campaign should contact Jason (jqberken@fas.harvard.edu) ASAP. This race is tightening up, so any time you can give would be greatly appreciated! The election is Jan 19th.