Perception is everything in politics, life
I’ve said before that if President Barack Obama cured cancer there are some people who would find fault with it. It’s not just Obama, mind you. We all have our…
Budget deal nothing to get excited about
As much as I want to herald the dawn of a new spirit of cooperation in the budget/debt limit deal that Congress approved Wednesday night, I can’t help but feel…
GOP can’t get out of own way in NY27
It seems the election for the 27th Congressional District is heating up. The newly created district will feature a Republican primary between former Erie County executive Chris Collins and war…
Some thoughts on the 26th …
With less than two weeks to go before the special election in NY’s 26th Congressional District, things are REALLY heating up. First, we’ve got an endorsement of Jack Davis by…
Poloncarz bows out, smacks down Collins
Erie County Comptroller removed himself from the running for the special election in NY’s 26th Congressional District, leaving Kathy Hochul firmly in the drivers’ seat amongst Democratic candidates. Poloncarz’ letter…
A tale of two Chrises
It was the best of times. It was the worst of times. For Erie County Executive Chris Collins, it’s the worst of times. Hoping to become the first Erie County…