Gail Collins's Blog, page 69

The Politics of Free Food

Virginia is for lovers of no-cost catering. Just look at the news from its very interesting off-year election.

Michele, Here’s the Bell

Michele Bachmann says that this will be her last term in Congress. This is truly the end of an era!

Why Summer Isn't That Much Fun

Brooks and Collins talk about why this isn’t their favorite season, politically speaking. Or really in any other way.

The Women Versus the Ted

The Senate seems a bit less polarized and more productive this session. Is that because there are more women in power or is it thanks to Ted Cruz?

Somebody Did Something

Yes, people, it’s true. Immigration reform has advanced in the Senate. At least the committee didn’t repeal anything.

Hard of Hearings

Don’t worry, people. If you missed the heated hearing on the I.R.S. held by the House Ways and Means Committee on Friday, we have a complete rundown.

On the Plus Side ...

It’s been quite a week of scandals! Maybe, as part of crisis-management, our fearless leaders could come together and do something worthwhile like name a national rock.

The Taxman Cometh

Brooks and Collins on the I.R.S.’s attack on the Tea Party and the Justice Department’s disdain for the First Amendment.

Is Yours More Corrupt Than Mine?

With 32 state officials arrested, New York is setting quite a standard. But it has competition.

Guess Who’s Back!

With the newest member of the House of Representatives being a disgraced ex-governor, we now know that voters today are willing to overlook bad judgment of epic proportions.