Gail Collins's Blog, page 79

Become a Star Tracker

[image error] Ever think of going into politics without having to run for office? Nothing is really happening, after all, unless the opposition has it on tape!

Those Wacky Primary Voters

[image error] Thanks to the Tea Party, a lot of Democrats are smiling.

Congress Goes Postal

[image error] The House and Senate are on summer vacation. Let’s see what they accomplished before taking a five-week recess.

For God, Texas and Golf

[image error] While the nation is turned off by partisanship, the Republican candidates are being pushed into being more and more intractable. Just look at Tuesday’s election in Texas.

Land of the Mega-Voters

[image error] North Dakota is mighty and unbowed. And its race for the Senate is nearly a dead heat and something to ponder this week other than Obama vs. Romney.

Where the Jobs Are

[image error] Yes, people, the unemployment rate in Williston, N.D., really is 1 percent. I came here to scope out the situation so you won’t have to.

Guns and the Slog

[image error] If anyone, gun control advocates know what it’s like to go from one tragedy to the next in order to push for sensible laws.

Veeps Wielding Pens

[image error] With Mitt Romney deep in the process of choosing a running mate for the Republican ticket, it’s time for a meeting of the vice-presidential book club.

Caring About Politics

Brooks and Collins on why people are bored by Obama vs. Romney - and why we shouldn't be.

Our Political Black Hole

Did you hear about the discovery of the Higgs boson, people? Since it’s such exciting news, let’s see what it meant for the presidential race!