Tag Archives: 2010

Was DeMint Encounter Specter’s Catalyst for Quitting?

Jim DeMint’s recent encounter on the Senate floor with Pennsylvania Senator Arlen Specter may have been the straw that broke the camel’s back.

Defector Specter Now a Democrat, Giving Them 60 Votes in Senate

Pennsylvania Senator Arlen “Defector” Specter has announced that he is switching parties to become a Democrat.

Dorgan May be Obama’s Stumbling Block in Senate

Red state Democrat Byron Dorgan may prove to be a thorn in the side of Obama and Senate Democrats.

Martinez: Crist Will Make “a Fine Senator”

It seems that Florida Governor Charlie Crist wants to move… to Washington.

Toomey Crushing Specter by 21 in New Poll

In a new Rasmussen poll out today, Pat Toomey is harnessing the energy of last week’s Tea Parties to build a big lead on ‘ol Snarlin’ Arlen.

Toomey and Cornyn: The Showdown at Grover’s

In what had to make for a few uncomfortable moments, NRSC Chairman John Cornyn and Pennsylvania Senate challenger Pat Toomey both spoke at Grover Norquist’s breakfast meeting in Washington this morning.

Dodd Gains Financial Support from Just Five Constituents

Democrat Senator Chris Dodd received contributions from just FIVE people he represents. Ouch.

NRSC’s Cornyn Backs Specter over Toomey for 2010

Texas Senator John Cornyn, Chairman of the National Republican Senatorial Committee, has weighed in on the impending Toomey vs. Specter 2010 showdown and sided with the incumbent.

Toomey Leaves Club for Growth for Showdown with Specter

Pat Toomey is hanging up his spurs as President of the Club for Growth to again challenge Arlen Specter for the 2010 US Senate race.

Obama’s Basketball Buddy Raises $1.1 Million for Senate Bid

Illinois Treasurer Alexi Giannoulias, a longtime basketball playing buddy of President Obama, has raised a startling $1.1 million in just 28 days in his 2010 bid to oust Roland Burris.

Specter Trails Toomey by 14

Senator Arlen Specter may be facing a steep uphill battle for re-election. He trails fellow Republican and former Congressman Pat Toomey in a recent poll.

- March 16, 2010 -

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