Sonia Sotomayor – A Conservative Pick

President Obama was quoted extensively during his campaign, and again more recently in the wake of Justice Souter’s surprise retirement, regarding the qualities that he feels are important for the next Supreme Court justice. Sonia Sotomayor appears to fully embody Obama’s thoughts on constitutional proficiency and personal empathy. She does not appear to be the [...]

The Illusion of State Sovereignty

In the last 100 days, 36 states have introduced sovereignty bills.  Almost entirely a conservative/libertarian movement, these bills aim to reclaim powers that are allegedly allocated to the states under the 10th Amendment, and free the states from onerous federal policy and regulation.  Incidentally, the last time this movement occurred was during the commencement of [...]

Rep. Todd Akin (MO): Sotomayor Represents Judicial Activism

By Rep. Todd Akin (M0)
America’s legal tradition is the most principled, reliable, and open of any society in history. The corner stone of this tradition is the U.S. Constitution, which William Gladstone, four-time British Prime Minister, called “the most wonderful work ever struck off at a given time by the brain and purpose of man.” By its nature, it is an enduring document. Yet, its reliability will soon be compromised by the placement of a new Supreme Court Justice.
Judge Sotomayor has downplayed her remarks that courts of appeal are “where policy is made.”. . .

Psychopolitics with Dr. Brian Russell

A little common sense. . .
As you know if you watch or read regularly, I’m big on logic — logical living, loving, and leading — which generally means using more intellect and less emotion in determining how to act in daily life, relationships, business, and politics. In keeping with that theme, I’m about to make observations that I know may upset some people but that I think are timely and necessary.

Never Waste a Crisis – Next Up: Health Care

By: Kelli Krauss
“Rule one: Never allow a crisis to go to waste. They are opportunities to do big things.” These are the words of Barack Obama’s Chief of Staff, Rahm Emanuel. It appears that the President, his administration and a willing Democratic Congress are using Emanuel’s rule to push through their agenda, without questions, [...]

Sotomayor’s Three Strikes

By: Laura Adelmann
Sonia Sotomayor is Obama’s nominee to replace Justice Souter. The opportune announcement allows us a little more insight into what Obama values and gives us the chance to focus in on Sotomayor’s views. Obama claims he was looking for empathy in his nominee. He seems more interested in her life [...]