Gail Collins's Blog, page 71

The Attack of the Killer Surplus

Can a state be too rich for its own good? Well, things are definitely in flux in North Dakota.

Cooling on Warming

When in doubt about climate change, you can always deny it exists. At least that seems to be a popular approach.

The Dread That Is Ted

After Senator Ted Cruz gave an extensive lecture to Senator Dianne Feinstein this week, I think we have a candidate for the senator who could patronize a doorknob.

Last Pope and Next Budget

You know, that conclave process works so well in selecting new popes, I wonder if it could help out our fearless lawmakers on Capitol Hill.

Senators Bearing Arms

People, do you think Congress is actually going to do anything about gun violence in the wake of the Newtown shootings?

Talk of the Town

Rand Paul just goes on and on and on.

The Sequester App

Brooks and Collins try to balance the budget since Washington can’t be bothered.

Will Journalism Go the Way of Whaling?

Brooks and Collins ask how much new media mangle the message.

Sequester for Dummies

Don’t worry, Concerned Citizens. With all the gossip these days swirling around budget cuts, I’m prepared to answer all your important questions.

Peculiar Naming Rites

Now, we’re not ones to go around spreading rumors. Why, really, we’re just not the gossipy kind!