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Love Thy Birther

Jonathan Leigh Solomon | Posted 05.25.2011

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Jonathan Leigh Solomon

Progressives have an admirable concern for those in dire circumstances. But what's our feeling when it comes to the stranger on the train - one in the crowd which is devoted to policies counter to their own welfare?

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How Ted Kennedy Countered Town Hall Goon Squads

Joseph A. Palermo | Posted 05.25.2011

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Joseph A. Palermo

There's a simple solution to these Republican astro-turf goon squads that are currently disrupting Democratic town hall meetings on health care. Do what Kennedy did.

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