Three Martini Lunch: Recent Episodes
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Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America shake their heads as Republicans fight over health care reform after telling Americans it would be easy to repeal and replace. They're also disgusted as school officials in Maryland seem far more concerned about protecting the reputation of illegal immigrants than condemning the rape of a 14-year-old girl, allegedly by two teens in the U.S. illegally. And they get a kick out of Susan Rice lecturing the Trump administration about the importance of being honest and factual with the public and our allies.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America get a kick out of Dianne Feinstein declaring Roe v. Wade of being a "superprecedent." They're also frustrated as the VA's inspector general shows far too many veterans are being forced to wait a long time on the Veterans Crisis Line. And they weigh in on the Blaze suspending Tomi Lahren for telling 'The View' that being pro-choice is consistent with conservatism.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America begin by discussing the interesting circumstances surrounding the discovery of Tom Brady's stolen Superbowl jersey, but then get to the real news. They are excited to see Neil Gorsuch begin his Supreme Court confirmation hearings. They also react to the heads of the FBI and NSA say they have no evidence suggesting Pres. Obama ordered surveillance on Trump Tower. And they shake their heads as only 43 percent of Americans can name one Supreme Court justice.
Greg Corombos of Radio America flies solo with Jim Geraghty off at the National Review Institute Ideas Summit. Today, Greg applauds Budget Director Mick Mulvaney for challenging conventional liberal and media wisdom on spending and climate change. He also cringes as Venezuela's socialist government cracks down on bakeries for making unapproved goods for a starving population. And he reacts to the report in the Cal State Long Beach student newspaper that milk is racist.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America are pleased to see conservative priorities in Pres. Trump's budget, even though they concede the final appropriations will look nothing like this. They also shake their heads as John McCain accuses anyone opposing NATO membership for Montenegro of doing Vladimir Putin's bidding. And they react to a tweet from the McDonald's account that slams Pres. Trump.
Jim Geraghty of Radio America and Greg Corombos of Radio America discuss MSNBC's Rachel Maddow turning a supposedly big scoop on Pres. Trump's tax history into a dud of a story. They also discuss why some in the media are determined to make Chelsea Clinton into some sort of political power player. And they shake their heads as former Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley starts testing the waters for a presidential run in 2020.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America are glad to hear Senate Democrats have found no good reason to oppose Neil Gorsuch for the U.S. Supreme Court. They also react to the Congressional Budget Office scoring of the GOP health care bill. And they shake their heads as the Middlebury College professor assaulted by students says she understands their anger and blames Trump for it.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America discuss Pres. Trump's removal of 46 Obama-era U.S. attorneys and how many critics fail to mention this happens with every modern administration. They also shake their heads as scores of high-level government appointments have yet to be filled and no nominations have been made. And they wince as Iowa GOP Rep. Steve King says, "We can't restore our civilization with someone else's babies."
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America offer three good martinis. CENTCOM declares no major mistakes were made in the Yemen raid. Rebels are preparing to lay siege to the ISIS stronghold of Raqqa. The February jobs report looks strong. And we have fun with the kids who stole the show in the BBC interview.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America discuss the latest revelations surrounding former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn and breathe a sigh of relief that he's already gone. They also lament FBI Director James Comey's admission that there is no longer any such thing as "absolute privacy" anymore. And they discuss Pres. Trump's decision to nominate former Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman to be U.S. Ambassador to Russia.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America react to Howard Dean saying pro-life people have no home in the Democratic Party. They also wince as Republicans are divided about how to overhaul Obamacare and leaders suggest any opposition to the current bill is tantamount to supporting Obamacare. And they discuss how ESPN's political agenda had led to a subscriptions free fall and the need to eliminate $100 million in on-air personnel.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America discuss the Trump administration's new executive order temporarily banning travel from six nations with major terrorism problems. They also react to North Korea announcing its latest missile tests were designed to strike U.S. bases in Japan. And they slam teachers in Alexandria, Virginia, for forcing the cancellation of school because 300 of them plan to attend the anti-Trump women's march.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos break down the political surveillance debate in three different martinis. They wonder why Pres. Trump decided a late night series of tweets was the best way to lodge serious allegations against his predecessor. We also note Pres. Obama's carefully worded statement denying any involvement in spying on Trump, the conflicting narratives on what actually happened - all leading to the dizzying Washington conjecture that Trump might not be correct but he's probably right. And we unload on Delaware Sen. Chris Coons for claiming transcripts of Russians interacting with the Trump team would tell us once and for all if there was any collusion during the 2016 campaign - only to later admit he has no idea what's in the transcripts.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America applaud the FBI for arresting a man in connection to threats made against Jewish Community Centers and other institutions, and the suspect might surprise you. They also get a kick out of Colin Kaepernick suddenly ending his national protests now that he needs a job. And they unload on Rep. Cedric Richmond for his horrible comments about KellyAnne Conway and for stating that Trump is not his president.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America discuss Democrats killing their own goal of immigration reform by refusing to work with Trump. They also discuss Attorney General Jeff Session and the significance of his comments under oath about Russian communication with the Trump campaign. And they discuss the new interior secretary's first commute to work and comments from a GOP House member that may come back to bite him.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America found a lot to like in Pres. Trump's speech, from conservative principles to powerful moments to a calm but determined delivery. They also point areas where Trump is embracing big government: including infrastructure, family leave, and health reform. And they have fun with the very awkward Democratic response.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America are encouraged by some of the budget tightening the Trump administration wants to do but are concerned that there seems to be no appetite for entitlement reform. They also wonder why George W. Bush is coming forward to criticize Trump after virtually eight years of silence on the Obama administration. And they have fun with Sen. Tom Udall's suggestion that the Senate confirm Neil Gorsuch AND Merrick Garland to the Supreme Court.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America think Republicans ought to be pleased with the radical liberals now running the DNC. They also rip everyone involved in the flap over the White House excluding some media outlets from Friday's gaggle. And they discuss the annual self-righteous preening of the Hollywood elite and how their air of superiority blew up in their faces at the biggest moment of the night.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and David French of National Review applaud Pres. Trump for planning to modernize and upgrade America's nuclear arsenal. They also discuss the complexities of repealing Obamacare as former House Speaker John Boehner says it will never happen. And they react to CNN's Chris Cuomo accusing dads who don't want their 12-year-old daughter to share locker rooms with biological males of being "overprotective and intolerant."
Greg Corombos of Radio America and David French of National Review applaud the Trump administration for rescinding Pres. Obama's demand that all public schools embrace transgender accommodation and leaving the issue to states or local school districts. They also slam the Fourth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for ruling that any gun can be banned if it's "useful for military service." And David vents about the one of the worst trades in NBA history.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America are glad to see Americans more optimistic about the nation's direction than they have for a long time. 'Morning Joe' co-host Mika Brzezinski is worried that Pres. Trump is trying to control what people think because that's her job. And they discuss MSNBC's Katy Tur having no idea what a GOP congressman was talking about when he said Pres. Obama promised greater flexibility with Russia once his re-election was over.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America discuss the almost unanimous praise of Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster to be Pres. Trump's new national security adviser. They also discuss how the free speech debate ought to be less about Milo and more about liberals bent on destroying the careers of anyone they disagree with politically. And Jim mulls Singapore-style caning for whoever defaced three monuments in Washington over Presidents' Day weekend.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America react to 'Face the Nation' host John Dickerson admitting the media are responsible for their own credibility problem by getting things wrong and engaging in "hysterical" coverage. They also groan as the nation's largest gathering of conservatives gives the highest-profile speaking slot to Milo Yiannopoulos before rescinding it in a swirl of controversy. And they examine C-SPAN's rankings of all former presidents and find several curious decisions.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America discuss reports that intelligence officials and the FBI have not found any criminal activity thus far by Mike Flynn after reviewing transcripts of his call to Russia and testimony to the FBI. They also react to Thursday's high-octane press conference as Trump and the media clashed again. And they rub their hands with glee as Ted Nugent says he's considering a run for Michigan's U.S. Senate seat.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America enthusiastically welcome a liberal threat to launch primary challenges to Democratic senators in 2018 for being too nice to Donald Trump. They also slam Republicans John McCain and Susan Collins for voting against very solid conservative nominees. And we react to the mainstream media temper tantrum after not getting to ask questions at some of Pres. Trump's press conferences.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America react to the IRS reportedly ignoring whether taxpayers failed to purchase health insurance in 2016. They also discuss the latest revelations surrounding Mike Flynn and the leaking to the media by career national security personnel. And they discuss the early speculation that Kid Rock may be recruited to run for U.S. Senate in Michigan.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America discuss why the problems surrounding former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn should have been seen long ago and avoided. They also discuss former Dem Sen. Jim Webb ripping Democrats for having no message and catering to identity politics instead of appealing to the working class. And they react to Elon Musk's prediction that we all have to become cyborgs or else risk being irrelevant due to the major advances in artificial intelligence.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America groan as trust issues arise around National Security Adviser Michael Flynn. They also discuss the latest North Korean missile launch and whether there is a good strategy for confronting Kim Jong-Un. And they shake their heads as liberal comedian Sarah Silverman mistakes utility line markings as swastikas, just the latest episode in SJW hysteria.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America are thrilled to see Tom Price confirmed as Secretary of Health and Human Services. They also discuss the numerous problems with the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals ruling on the Trump immigration order. And they slam CNN's Chris Cuomo for asserting that accusing a journalist of fake news is the equivalent of using the N word.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America discuss a good day for judicial conservatives as Neil Gorsuch distances himself from some of Trump's tweets on the judiciary, the Senate confirms Jeff Sessions to be Attorney General and Sen. Tim Scott exposes the racist messages he got for supporting Sessions. They also cringe as Tucker Carlson suggests Elizabeth Warren would have defeated Donald Trump. And they slam Kellyanne Conway for blatantly promoting Ivanka Trump's products in a national television interview.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America react to the Senate confirmation of Betsy DeVos to be Secretary of Education. They also sigh as the Trump administration gets bent out of shape over the Saturday Night Live spoofing of Press Secretary Sean Spicer. And they learn about the man angling to become the Democratic nominee for governor in Florida.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America have all bad news, starting with a federal judge putting a hold on Pres. Trump's immigration order without citing any law or constitutional provision and Trump's subsequent tweets attacking the judicial system. We also blast Trump for his moral equivalence in dismissing Vladimir Putin as a killer by saying America's done a lot of bad things too. And we discuss and debate whether the slower GOP strategy on Obamacare and tax reform is responsible leadership or letting a golden opportunity slip away.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America cheer French security for shooting a would-be terrorist outside the Louvre. They also discuss Kellyanne Conway's "Bowling Green Massacre" moment, her decision to slam the media when correcting her mistake, and the media for focusing more on her mistake than her point that refugees in the U.S. were trying to kill Americans. They unload on former Labor Secretary Robert Reich for suggesting, without any facts, that the Berkeley rioters were conservatives. And they offer their Superbowl predictions and preferences.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America applaud Pres. Trump for the quiet, dignified way he honored a fallen Navy SEAL on Wednesday. They also slam GOP Sens. Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski for opposing Betsy DeVos to become the next Secretary of Education. And they unload on the violent leftist protesters who wrought havoc at UC-Berkeley Wednesday night.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America cheer President Trump's nomination of Judge Neil Gorsuch for the U.S. Supreme Court. They also get a kick out of flailing liberals showing up to protest the Supreme Court nomination with fill-in-the-blank signs so they could protest anyone who was chosen. And they fully support the push from Vox to cancel the Oscars, although their reasons are somewhat different than those offered by Vox.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America discuss President Trump's firing of acting Attorney General Sally Yates after she refused to defend his executive order. They also groan as former President Obama injects himself into politics just 10 days after leaving office. And they defend Tom Brady against the SJW sports media demanding Brady explain where he supports and opposes Trump.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and David French of National Review discuss President Trump's orders seeking to reduce federal regulations. They also say Trump is on the right track with his refugee policy but did not implement it well, and they unload on the hysterical left-wing reaction to the policy. And they practice their shocked faces as Iran defies the United Nations and tests a ballistic missile - the ones that carry nuclear warheads.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and David French of National Review cheer the many thousands of Americans marching for life and against abortion Friday in Washington. They also shake their heads at President Trump's suggestion that a 20 percent border tax on Mexican imports might be a good way to pay for a border wall. And they discuss all the humiliating concessions and retractions Atlantic magazine has to make following its story suggesting ultrasound is used to deceive women into believing their unborn babies are people with heartbeats who can feel pain.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America are encouraged by President Trump's vow to enforce existing immigration laws. They also rip Rep. Tulsi Gabbard for her Syria trip and going easy on Assad in her analysis. They unload on disingenuous Democrats upset about Trump looking to end sanctuary cities, and they note the rise of Canada's Trump - and it's someone you may well be aware of.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America are very encouraged by the final two names President Trump is reportedly considering for the Supreme Court vacancy. They also cringe as Trump once again insists he lost the popular vote only through rampant voter fraud by illegal aliens. And they slam Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel for claiming a lack of federal assistance is to blame for the huge number of murders in his city.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America applaud the vast majority of President Trump 19s executive orders. They also groan at the news President Obama defied Congress to send $221 million to the Palestinian Authority on his final morning as president. And they shake their heads as two-thirds of Senate Democrats even oppose Mike Pompeo to lead the CIA.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America scratch their heads over White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer's special briefing to scold the media over coverage of crowd size at the inauguration and the location of the Martin Luther King bust in the Oval Office. They also shake their heads as the huge "women's march" is really nothing more than an anti-Trump movement that likely turned off more potential allies than it attracted with all the vulgar speech and costuming. And they discuss Sen. Marco Rubio's decision to support Rex Tillerson for Secretary of State just two weeks after blasting him during Tillerson's confirmation hearings.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review react to President Donald Trump's inaugural address. They discuss his proclamation that the American people are in charge of their country again, offer analysis on his description of "American carnage" and applaud his efforts to unify the nation.
In the final podcast of the Obama presidency, Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America cheer Donald Trump's goal of aggressively reducing the size of government but acknowledge it will not be easy. They also react to Bernie Sanders saying America is not compassionate because our government does not do as much for people as more liberal governments do. And they scratch their heads as Rep. Tulsi Gabbard embarks on a mysterious trip to Syria.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America get the popcorn ready as the Hillary and Sanders Democrats feud over the future of the party. They also rip the media for overblowing Donald Trump's statement on NATO being obsolete but also scold Trump for stoking some of the confusion. And they unload on the radical leftists Project Veritas caught trying to ruin an inaugural ball with stink bombs and triggering the sprinklers.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America cheer the news that the Clinton Global Initiative is shutting down. They also sigh as more and more Democrats publicly state that Donald Trump is an illegitimate president. And they unload on a reviewer who pans "Patriots Day" because a white male is the hero, the resilience of the Boston is presented as a good thing and police are the good guys.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America are pleased to see the Democrats' strategy against Jeff Sessions accomplish nothing - and they point out why the strategy was so stupid. They also groan as the Obama administration's self-congratulations tour continues with Obama giving Joe Biden the Presidential Medal of Freedom. And they react to Sen. Kamala Harris grilling CIA director nominee Mike Pompeo about climate change, while Jim explains the "sure, whatever" strategy he would employ at a confirmation hearing.
After having some fun with reports that science proves conservatives are better looking, Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America welcome mainstream media condemnation of BuzzFeed. They're also underwhelmed by Secretary of State nominee Rex Tillerson, while noting he does have several strong points. And they lament the San Diego Chargers leaving for Los Angeles after voters rejected paying for a new stadium.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America slam BuzzFeed, and to some extent CNN, for irresponsible reporting on alleged dirt that the Russians have on Donald Trump. They also rip Pres. Obama for his delusional farewell speech, including his patented move of urging Americans to understand one another while demonizing anyone who disagrees with him. And they wonder why Trump would meet with someone as loony as Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. on the issue of vaccines possibly causing autism.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America get a kick out of Trump protesters arguing about who is more oppressed. They also rip New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker for testifying against the nomination of Sen. Jeff Sessions to be attorney general. And they sigh as the insane people from Code Pink repeatedly disrupt the Sessions confirmation hearings.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America applaud Mark Hemingway of "The Weekly Standard" for shredding the ridiculous notion that the Obama administration has been scandal-free. They also unload on the FBI for doing nothing after the man who later became the Ft. Lauderdale airport terrorist came to them and said his mind was being controlled by U.S. intelligence agencies. And they highlight the FBI revelation that the Democratic National Committee refused to allow agents to inspect their servers after they suspected they had been hacked.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America applaud House Republicans and Democrats for an overwhelming vote condemning the UN resolution against Israel. They also groan as the Trump transition and Gen. James Mattis butt heads over who should fill top Pentagon positions. And they get a kick out of news that former Bush operative Matthew Dowd is thinking of running against Ted Cruz in 2018.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America welcome Sen. Tom Cotton's measured view of Russia, not hysterical but also not blind to Russia's troubling record on many issues including their lack of participation in the war against radical Islam. They also push back against columnists who don't want Charleston murderer Dylann Roof executed because of childhood problems, societal issues or other possible factors in him committing the church murders. And they discuss the the pickup truck question that had Twitter on fire earlier this week.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America are glad to see Donald Trump's alleged Supreme Court short list coming down to mostly encouraging names. They also rip the right for its insane romance with Julian Assange, with Trump suggesting Assange is trustworthy and Sarah Palin even apologizing to Assange for condemning his publishing her own hacked emails years ago. And they groan as Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer vows to stall at least eight Trump cabinet nominees.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America conclude their 2016 awards presentations with the biggest awards of all. They unveil their choices for Person of the Year and Turncoat of the Year. They also reveal their political resolutions for 2017.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America have already beat up on the media in these end-of-year awards, but this installment is focused exclusively on the media. Today we offer our choices for most over-reported and under-reported stories of the year and our personal selections for story of the year.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America are ready to reveal their choices for Best Idea, Worst Idea, and Boldest Tactic of 2016.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America unveil their year-end awards in three more prestigious categories: Worst Scandal, Best Political Theater, and Worst Political Theater of 2016.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America cheer the Italian police for taking out the Berlin terrorist, the Australian authorities for foiling a Christmas Day terrorist attack and those responsible for peacefully ending a hijacking in Malta. They also get a kick out of Harry Reid calling the DNC worthless and Joe Biden concluding that Hillary Clinton never figured out why she was running. And they applaud Donald Trump for getting Egypt to scrap a UN resolution condemning Israel after hearing the Obama administration might not oppose it.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America continue their year-end awards. Today, they reflect on the political figures they were most sad to see pass away in 2016. They also discuss their rising political stars and reach an easy consensus on the political figure they are most eager to see fade into oblivion.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America begin their annual year-end awards presentations. Today they hand out their individual choices for most underrated, overrated, and honest political figures.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America groan as conservative House Republicans are reportedly prepared to be less demanding on reining in spending once Trump is in office. They also shake their heads as more revelations suggest the Germans should have had the Berlin terrorist out of the country a long time ago. And they discuss three hate crime allegations that turned out to be hoaxes - the latest in a series of fake news.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America react to a Washington Post report suggesting the 2018 Senate map gives the Republicans a chance to hold a 60-seat majority. They also shudder as German authorities confirm they're looking for a Tunisian asylum seeker as the one responsible for the Berlin terrorist attack. And they scratch their heads over the reasons some Democrats are giving for opposing Keith Ellison as the next DNC chairman, instead of the really glaring reasons he would be a terrible choice.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America shudder at the public assassination of the Russian ambassador to Turkey and the truck attack at a Christmas market in Berlin. They also unload on the 10 faithless electors in Monday's Electoral College vote. And they get a kick out of Pres. Obama urging Donald Trump to take it easy in issuing executive orders.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America cheer Donald Trump's selection of Rep. Mick Mulvaney to be director of the Office of Management and Budget. They also slam Pres. Obama for dismissing the Electoral College as a vestige of an earlier vision of America. And we react to Michelle Obama comparing the American people to toddlers.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America applaud the RNC for beefing up cyber security so the Russians could not hack it successfully. They also groan as Facebook picks several liberal outlets to decide if users are posting "fake news." And we discuss Democratic donors demanding answers for Hillary Clinton's defeat and some of them thinking about not donating in the future.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America enjoy watching more Clinton campaign fingerpointing - this time at Huma Abedin. They rip the intelligence community for being willing to offer anonymous stories to the press on Russian election hacking but being unwilling to brief members of Congress. And they get a kick out of celebrities launching a new video begging GOP electors to reject Donald Trump.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America enjoy reading the Politico story of how the Clinton campaign vigorously resisted efforts from allies to go to Michigan to help her win there. They also sigh over the carnage in Syria and the latest toothless response from the Obama administration. And they discuss the state of Keith Olbermann's mental health as he offers an unhinged rant saying Donald Trump cannot be allowed to take office or else it will mean the end of our independence.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America applaud Donald Trump's selection of former Texas Gov. Rick Perry to be secretary of energy. They wince as Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell taps the brakes on the Trump tax plan and offers no ideas on how to reduce spending fight future deficits or replace Obamacare. And they discuss the Office of the Director of National Intelligence and the FBI disputing the CIA's conclusion that Russia meddled in the 2016 campaign explicitly to help Trump win.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America not enjoy watching the quixotic Jill Stein recount come to a whimpering end but applaud Michigan for using the episode to push for stronger voter ID laws. They also groan as Donald Trump says he doesn't need daily intelligence briefings. And they wade into the growing furor over what role Russia played in hacking the Democratic National Committee and John Podesta - and what to do about it if it's true.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America offer a champagne toast to the military and space heroism of John Glenn. They are surprised to see a massive jump in economic optimism since Trump's election. They shudder as free speech is trampled in the Netherlands. And they unload on Hillary Clinton after she claims fake news is having a major impact on the nation.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America are glad to see Jill Stein's quixotic recount journey get shut down in Michigan and headed towards an anticlimactic finish in Wisconsin. They slam the media for only now realizing that many of the new jobs created in the Obama years are low-wage, part time openings that aren't a long-term solution for families. And they unload on CNN for suggesting that racism was behind the fierce Republican opposition to President Obama's agenda.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America correct the record on Tuesday's faithless elector story and how the new information makes his actions far worse. In today's martinis, they react to a Time magazine piece suggesting people stop paying taxes if a president is ever elected again without winning the popular vote. They also debunk the liberal fantasy that Democrats can somehow confirm Merrick Garland to the Supreme Court before the senators elected last month get sworn in on Jan. 3. And they slam Pres. Obama for his incredibly misleading statement about terrorism on U.S. soil during his administration.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America groan as Rush Limbaugh says Donald Trump's trillion dollar infrastructure bill could be a big success - just like FDR. They also get a kick out of Democrats getting really excited over the prospect of a 78-year-old Joe Biden running for president in 2020. And Jim unloads on a "faithless elector" from Texas, who says he cannot cast a vote for Trump.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America shake their heads as the media and the left go nuts because Donald Trump took a phone call from the president of Taiwan. They also sigh as the media ramp up an hysterical assault on "fake news." And they note that the Wisconsin recount has done nothing so far - except narrowly increase Trump's lead.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America applaud Donald Trump for selecting retired U.S. Marine Corps Gen. James Mattis to be Secretary of Defense. They also roll their eyes as Clinton campaign officials contend white supremacists won the election for Trump. And they explain why Trump's deal is good for Carrier employees but a bad model to follow as an economic policy.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America have all crazy news today. They slam Pres. Obama for suggesting that Fox News being on in restaurants and bars is the reason Democrats fell short in 2016. They also unload on BuzzFeed for demanding to know whether popular HGTV hosts agree with their pastor about homosexuality being a sin - which leads to a bunch of fun tangents about HGTV in general. And they rip Democrats and the media for throwing a hissy fit about the Electoral College and even intimidating electors just weeks after clutching their pearls about Trump possibly not accepting the election results.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America have only good martinis Wednesday. They are very bullish about many of the Trump cabinet selections. They enjoy watching the left prove out radical it is by how it responds to a simple Trump tweet. And we love watching Senate Democrats regret scrapping the filibuster for political appointments.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America welcome Donald Trump's nominations of Rep. Tom Price and Elaine Chao. We also debate whether Trump should seriously consider David Petraeus given his history of improperly handling classified information. And we discuss the absurd victim complex of the Ohio State terrorist.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America observe Black Friday by each handing out three Christmas gifts to very worthy recipients. Those getting presents include Kellyanne Conway, the Clintons, Huma Abedin, Harry Reid, and Paul Ryan.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America prepare for Thanksgiving by each listing three things they're politically thankful for this year.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America are generally encouraged by Donald Trump's plan for the first 100 days on energy, immigration, national security and more. They also scratch their heads as Trump announces he will not pursue charges against Hillary Clinton, a power the president doesn't actually have. And they get a kick out of the push for California secession but glumly admit it probably won't actually happen.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America discuss the fairly easy road to confirmation for the Trump cabinet thanks to Harry Reid's nuclear option. They also groan as the New York Times reports Pres. Obama plans to break from tradition and be a very vocal ex-president to keep the heat on Trump. And they discuss the Hamilton kerfuffle and how only Pence ends up looking good.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review discuss President-Elect Trump's first cabinet nominees. They also react to left-wing hysteria from Harry Reid and Keith Olbermann. And they discuss the poor results of a feminist snow plowing strategy in Sweden.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review applaud House Speaker Paul Ryan for quashing an attempt by some Republicans to bring back earmarks. They also slam the defiant Democratic mayors who insist illegal immigrants will be fully protected from deportation in their cities. And they discuss the social media crackdown on fake news and what passes for journalism on the left these days.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review discuss millennials choosing Hillary Clinton by a much smaller margin than Barack Obama enjoyed in previous elections. They also unload on the liberal politicians and columnists screaming for the Electoral College to be abolished. And they slam the media for throwing a fit over Donald Trump going out to dinner without telling the media.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review have only crazy stories today. They discuss Pres. Obama urging Donald Trump to reach out to those who didn't support him, after Obama spent eight years dismissing and demonizing the opposition. They also cringe at reports that Donald Trump is trying to get cabinet-level security clearances for three of his children. And they sigh as faculty and students at the University of Virginia condemn the school's president for quoting Thomas Jefferson, who founded the University of Virginia.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review discuss the selection of RNC Chairman Reince Priebus as Donald Trump incoming chief of staff. They also react to Stephen Bannon being named as chief strategist and counselor in the Trump administration. And they discuss Democrats planning to push Nancy Pelosi for leader of House Democrats and possibly firebrand liberal Keith Ellison for DNC chairman.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and David French of National Review applaud TNT sports anchor Ernie Johnson for reacting to the 2016 election by trusting God, praying for Trump and pledging to do his part to make America better. They also sigh at reports that the Clintons are grooming Chelsea for a congressional bid in New York. And they react to liberal activists in Oregon and California leading efforts to secede from the U.S. because Trump won the election.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and David French of National Review applaud Democrats for suddenly recognizing and appreciating things like federalism, freedom of dissent, and the separation of powers now that Republicans are headed back to the White House. They also slam the anti-Trump protesters for blocking traffic and engaging in violence and the colleges offering safe spaces, counseling, and even crayons and Play-Doh to students bothered by Trump's win. And they discuss the liberal calls for abolishing the Electoral College.
We were wrong. Very wrong. Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review discuss Donald Trump's convincing win in the 2016 presidential election and why he won. We also discuss Republicans defying the odds to keep majorities in the House and Senate. And they observe how liberals in the media came to grips with Tuesday's surprising results.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America offer their predictions for Election Day 2016. Jim and Greg state their final electoral college results and go over each of the key swing states. They also predict the final balance in the U.S. Senate come January and go through each of those key races. And they discuss what the numbers in the U.S House of Representatives will look like.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America dissect FBI Director Jim Comey's announcement that he still finds no reason to prosecute Hillary Clinton over her handling of classified information. They also react to a new WikiLeaks dump showing a top Clinton Foundation official noting that the Clinton Foundation paid for Chelsea's wedding and other questionable things. And they react to WikiLeaks demonstrating another example of CNN colluding with Democrats on questions for GOP candidates.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America react to Fox News breaking the story that the FBI is running separate investigations into Hillary Clinton's handling of classified information and allegations of pay-to-play at the Clinton Foundation while Clinton was Secretary of State. They also shudder as Fox also reveals that FBI experts are 99 percent certain that up to five foreign governments hacked into Clinton's private server. And they shake their heads at Huma Abedin's ongoing bewilderment as to how 650,000 emails ended up on Anthony Weiner's computer.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review discuss the FBI investigation into allegations of straw donors influencing the Florida Senate race. We also slam President Obama for suggesting the reason many men oppose Hillary Clinton is because she is a woman. And they react to both parties trying to attack down ballot candidates of the other party by attaching them to Clinton or Trump.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America applaud CNN for finally cutting ties with DNC chairwoman Donna Brazile as we now know she fed at least two debate questions to the Clinton campaign. We also hammer North Carolina GOP Sen. Richard Burr for joking that a gun magazine picture of Hillary Clinton was missing the bullseye. And we discuss the FBI revealing if found no connection between the Trump campaign and Russia, making Harry Reid a big liar and Donald Trump genuinely admiring of Putin in some ways.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America discuss three crazy aspects of the FBI announcing it is investigating new emails in connection with the Hillary Clinton case. They marvel at the Democrats demonizing James Comey just three months after extolling him as the paragon of virtue. They shake their heads as Huma Abedin insists she has no idea what is in her 650,000 emails. And they react to longtime Clinton ally Doug Schoen saying as of now he can no longer support Hillary Clinton.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America offer four martinis for the price of three today. They enjoy seeing Hillary's lead shrink dramatically in the Washington Post tracking poll, but cringe as Illinois Sen. Mark Kirk makes an incorrect and possibly insensitive statement about his opponent. And there are double crazy martinis, as Hillary Clinton reportedly wants Joe Biden as Secretary of State and Chuck Todd reveals it took Clinton staffers 12 hours and 10 drafts to compose one tweet during this campaign.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America cheer Defense Secretary Ash Carter for stopping the government's efforts to get re-enlistment bonus money back from soldiers fought in Iraq and Afghanistan. They also sigh as the latest WikiLeaks revelations show the Clinton Foundation also worked to line Bill's pockets with huge speaking fees. And they unload on Obamacare architect Jonathan Gruber for suggesting the only thing needed to improve Obamacare is to jack up the penalties on people who don't buy insurance.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America enjoy WikiLeaks expose the Democratic panic after Pres. Obama publicly said he only learned of Hillary Clinton's email server through the media. They also unload on both Megyn Kelly and Newt Gingrich for their exhausting and devolving debate on Tuesday night. And they shake their heads as Mike Pence is sent to Utah to shore up that state for the GOP ticket.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America appreciate at least one prominent Democrat facing justice as former Pennsylvania Attorney General Kathleen Kane is sentenced to jail. They also wince as the Cook Political Report predicts Democrats will win back the U.S. Senate. And we unload on a new PSA showing schoolkids berating a classmate because his dad didn't vote.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America are pleased to see Pat Toomey and Marco Rubio in stronger positions in their key Senate races. They also shred Pres. Obama's patently dishonest speech calling Obamacare a great success, proposing more government involvement, and demonizing Republicans. And they groan as Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump can't even do humor well at the Al Smith dinner.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America evaluate the third presidential debate. They give Donald Trump credit for his best performance on the issues and putting Hillary Clinton on the defensive but allowed the takeaway to be his refusal to accept the election results. They also hammer Hillary Clinton for her pure fiction that the landmark Heller decision was about toddlers getting access to guns, her dodging on open borders and the Clinton Foundation and letting the world know how soon we can launch nuclear weapons. And we applaud moderator Chris Wallace for picking good topics, asking tough questions of both candidates and keeping everyone in line.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America are pleased to see millennials far less excited about Hillary Clinton than they were about Barack Obama. They also shudder as many states reveal the massive Obamacare premium hikes in store for the coming year. They react to a DNC bus pouring human waste into a Georgia storm sewer. And they mark six years of the Three Martini Lunch with a look back at two of this year's funniest moments.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of National Review enjoy Marco Rubio's demolition of Patrick Murphy in the Florida U.S. Senate debate. They also discuss the real threat of voter fraud and the extent we know it's happening as Donald Trump warns of a rigged election. And they have fun as Politico's Glenn Thrush is caught by Wikileaks referring to himself as a hack to John Podesta and asking Podesta not to tell anyone Thrush allowed him to look over his story and make changes.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America react to reports that Donald Trump's son-in-law has engaged in talks about Trump starting a cable news channel. They also slam CNN's Chris Cuomo for falsely telling viewers it's a crime for them to read Wikileaks emails for themselves so they need to rely on the media to tell them what's important. And they groan as a third of U.S. millennials believe George W. Bush killed more people than Joseph Stalin did.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America applaud Jim's colleague, David French, for ripping the Democrats who are horrified over Donald Trump's actions but were only too eager to defend Bill Clinton in the 1990's. They're also a bit uneasy as Russia moves missiles around, asks their people if they're ready for nuclear war and makes other ominous moves. And they react to a poll showing Trump's lead in Texas is now at the margin of error.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America react to Liberty University students denouncing Jerry Falwell, Jr. for making the school synonymous with Donald Trump. They also discuss reports of Trump pulling mostly or entirely out of Virginia, making his road to victory more difficult. They have fun with the Clinton team's contradictory explanations for all the embarrassing emails coming out from Wikileaks. And they they note Bob Dylan's winning of the Nobel Prize for Literature.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America discuss email proof that the Clinton State Department rewarded Clinton Foundation friends and donors. They also groan that Republicans seem to be losing ground on the generic congressional ballot. And they react to independent Evan McMullin polling close to Hillary and Trump in Utah.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America applaud Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg for calling athlete protests of the national anthem "dumb," "stupid," "disrespectful," and "arrogant." They also enjoy watching Democrats squirm over Wikileaks revelations, including DNC official Donna Brazile getting caught helping Hillary Clinton against Bernie Sanders and a top Clinton Foundation official calling Chelsea Clinton a "spoiled brat." And they sigh as Glenn Beck reveals that he considered voting for Clinton before ultimately deciding against it.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review review the performances in Sunday night's second presidential debate. They rip Republicans who defended Donald Trump's "locker room" comments and slam Trump for still being very weak on policy specifics. They unload on Hillary for her terrible job defending an indefensible record, blaming Abraham Lincoln for being caught in a lie, and admitting she wants a Supreme Court justice who agrees with all of her political opinions. And they criticize the moderators for too much interrupting and for choosing several pointless questions from the audience.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America point out Republicans should be making the Obamacare disaster into a huge political issue but so far they aren't. They also discuss President Obama's lofty approval numbers and note how they started to go up as Americans realized who the 2016 nominees were likely to be. And they slam Shep Smith of Fox News for telling Floridians to get away from Hurricane Matthew or they would all die, along with their children and everyone they know.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America are encouraged by new Senate polls in four states. They also find some satisfaction in reports that NFL ratings are way down this season. And they discuss the public spat by Fox News hosts Megyn Kelly and Sean Hannity over their very different coverage of Donald Trump in 2016.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America cheer Mike Pence for consistently articulating conservative principles in Tuesday's vice presidential debate. They're unimpressed with moderator Elaine Quijano for failing to stop Tim Kaine's incessant interruptions and tons of cross talk. And they slam Kaine's overall performance and question the Democrats' strategy in the debate.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review preview the vice presidential debate and point out these candidates are better than the presidential nominees and that we'll actually see one conservative on stage this fall. They also groan that conservatives are largely depending on Julian Assange to defeat Hillary Clinton. And they discuss the latest invasion of political correctness into the U.S. military.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America react to hacked audio from February, in which Hillary Clinton says Sanders supporters are living in their parents' basements buying into a false promise of a political revolution. They also slam Rudy Giuliani for saying we've all had infidelities. And we disagree that Donald Trump is a genius for using massive losses in 1995 to legally avoid federal income taxes for almost 20 years, but also slam critics who say he should have paid anyway and that paying taxes is some form of patriotism.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America are pleased to see millennials very discouraged by the 2016 campaign and don't blame them one bit. We also discuss Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte saying he's going to wipe out drug dealers and users the way Hitler wiped out the Jews. And we analyze Donald Trump's late-night Twitter rant over Alicia Machado.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America applaud Congress for overturning an Obama veto by huge margins and allowing 9/11 families to sue Saudi Arabia. They also sigh as Fox News is forced to tell their hosts that online polls about who won Monday's debate are not the same as a scientific poll. And they wonder what Gary Johnson is smoking as he fails to name a single leader he respects. Actually, we're pretty sure we know what he's smoking.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America get a kick out of Hillary Clinton claiming that her massive wealth does not hinder her understanding of what working Americans go through but Donald Trump's does. They also wonder why the media are so stunned to see former Virginia Republican Sen. John Warner endorsing Hillary Clinton. And they have fun with Howard Dean's speculation that Donald Trump may be using cocaine.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America break down the performances of Donald Trump, Hillary Clinton, and Lester Holt - pointing out their strengths and weaknesses, but mostly their weaknesses.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America shake their heads at the pre-debate circus, including the Clinton campaign demanding that Lester Holt play fact checker. They also slam Ted Cruz for endorsing Trump after saying in July he would not be a "servile puppy" to someone who attacked his wife and father. And they laugh as Bernie Sanders, who ran a campaign calling for a political revolution, tells his supporters not to cast protest votes for third party candidates.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America help Hillary Clinton understand why she's not 50 points ahead and enjoy the fact she's blaming union members for her close race. They also slam Twitter for suspending Instapundit Glenn Reynolds for his controversial tweet during the Charlotte riots. And they shake our heads as Gary Johnson continues to demonstrate he's just odd - this time speaking with his tongue out of his mouth during a national television interview.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America get a kick out Hillary Clinton calling Tim Kaine a "terrible choice" for a running mate back in 2008. They also discuss two consecutive nights of rioting in Charlotte. And they're puzzled at the media's lack of interest in news that ISIS launched a chemical attack against U.S. troops.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America enjoy hearing a debate audience in Florida burst out laughing when Charlie Crist says Hillary Clinton is honest and then we discuss just how low her trustworthy numbers are. They also fret as two seemingly safe GOP Senate seats are suddenly very close. And they rip Pres. Obama for his UN speech suggesting the U.S. give up some freedom in order to help bind the world under international rules through the UN.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America groan as yet another terrorist offered clues that he was increasingly radical but nothing happened. They also shake their heads as George H.W. Bush reportedly tells a Kennedy that he will vote for Hillary Clinton. And they react to the liberal hysteria over Donald Trump, Jr.'s Skittles illustration to explain the threat of terrorists coming to the U.S. through the refugee program.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America lament multiple terrorist attacks over the weekend and the renewed concern that the U.S. is not keeping up with the threat. They also express their thankfulness that no one was killed and praise the FBI for swiftly zeroing in on those responsible and nabbing them. And they unload on CNN for editing Hillary Clinton's reference to the "bombing" so they can keep hammering Trump for doing the very same thing.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America enjoy watching Hillary Clinton scramble as her support among millennials remains low. They also marvel as Donald Trump renounces birtherism in just a few seconds but gets the media to cover his whole event in which military veterans heap praise upon him. And we laugh as former MSNBC bomb-thrower Ed Schultz is now speaking highly of Trump as part of the Kremlin-funded Russia Today television channel.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America discuss a new Gallup survey showing only 32 percent of Americans trust the mainstream media. They also sigh as Rush Limbaugh asks whether the fight for small government really exists anymore. And they react to the more surprising Colin Powell emails.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America marvel at the 17-point lead Ohio Sen. Rob Portman is amassing in his re-election bid. They also shake their heads as Donald Trump promises a medical report on Dr. Oz and then abruptly changes course. And they react to Colin Powell's hacked emails that include frustration he was denied a speech at a university because of the criticism the school received for paying Hillary Clinton a huge sum.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America welcome a new Marist poll showing Republicans doing very well in Senate races where Democrats hoped to make strong challenges. They also sigh at reports that a foundation run by John Kerry's daughter has received over nine million dollars in no-competition spending from the State Department through the Peace Corps. And we discuss the litany of spinning, lying and insanity on all sides of the Hillary Clinton health saga.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America are glad to know that Hillary Clinton really thinks tens of millions of Americans are 'deplorable.' They also rip the Clinton campaign for its ever-changing story about Hillary's health episode on Sunday. And we react to North Korea banning sarcasm.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America are glad some of the worst names in media won't be moderating debates this fall and they are pleased to see Chris Wallace on the list. They also sigh as more evidence emerges showing the entanglement of the Clinton Foundation and the State Department while Hillary was secretary. And they shudder as the speech police invade the Univ. of Nebraska but cheer as the Univ. of Missouri suffers in big ways after surrendering to campus radicals last semester.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America react to Donald Trump's sudden trip to Mexico. They also discuss the revelation that taxpayers paid for Hillary Clinton's private email server. And they express their disgust over would-be Reagan assassin John Hinckley, Jr. being allowed to go free.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America are thrilled with the electoral bludgeoning endured by Alan Grayson in the Florida Senate primary. They also slam the IRS for not only knowing about illegal immigrants stealing the Social Security numbers of citizens and doing nothing about it but not even informing the victims their identities were stolen. And they expose the hypocrisy of ESPN, as the liberal sports network lauds Colin Kaepernick for refusing to stand for the national anthem but heaps scorn on Tim Tebow for trying to play professional baseball.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America welcome new polls in Pennsylvania and Ohio showing the GOP looking better in both Senate races. They also slam Sec. of State John Kerry for saying he wishes the media wouldn't cover terrorist attacks so much because then people might not know about them. And they react to former Texas Gov. Rick Perry signing on to do "Dancing with the Stars."
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America enjoy watching DNC Chairwoman Donna Brazile wonder what the problem is with Hillary Clinton packing her private meeting schedule with Clinton Foundation donors and they squirm as Anthony Weiner includes a picture of his small child in his latest sexting scandal. They also shudder as foreign hackers have hacked the voting systems in two U.S. states. And they offer their blunt assessment of San Francisco 49'ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick refusing to stand for the national anthem and his reasons for doing so.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America get dizzy as Donald Trump articulates his third immigration position in less than a week. They slam Hillary Clinton for her race hypocrisy and liberals for watering down "racist" by accusing every Republican of being one. And they shudder at the growing fringe trend of women marrying themselves.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America dissect Donald Trump's massive shift on immigration policy towards allowing the "terrific" illegal immigrants to stay if they go through a process - the very policy he blasted during the primaries - and they marvel that many of his strongest supporters are perfectly fine with it. They also hammer Hillary Clinton for saying there is a lot of smoke but no fire behind evidence a majority of her private meetings while at the State Department were with big Clinton Foundation donors. And we unload on the Republican Louisiana lawmaker who wants to force people to be certified and pay a permit fee to rescue their neighbors during natural disasters.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America applaud the Associated Press for discovering that more than half of Hillary Clinton's nongovernmental meetings as secretary of state were with Clinton Foundation donors. They also unload on Venezuela's socialist government for trying to end bread lines - by fining bakeries if the lines go outside. And they discuss Dr. Ben Carson getting involved in the debate over Hillary's health.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America welcome a new Gallup poll showing 80 percent of Americans think voters should be required to present a photo ID in order to vote. They also laugh as Donald Trump now says that after deporting hardcore criminal illegal immigrants, most of his immigration enforcement policy would look like what we saw from George W. Bush and Barack Obama. And we discuss the USA Today story blowing major holes in the story offered by Brazilian police in the saga of the U.S. swimmers.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America are pleased to see Republican voter registration efforts outpacing the Democrats at this point. They also unload on Hillary Clinton over the revelation that she failed to turn over nearly 15,000 documents that should have been deemed work-related. And they get a good laugh out of Trump Campaign Manager Kellyanne Conway suggesting that Donald Trump does not hurl personal insults.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America have only good news today. They applaud Donald Trump and Mike Pence for going to Louisiana to support flood victims and bring attention to their plight and applaud Trump for admitting many of his remarks in this campaign were uncalled for and hurtful. They also welcome the exit of Paul Manafort from the Trump campaign. And they enjoy Colin Powell's refuting of a key point in Hillary Clinton's flimsy email defense. Finally, they react to the Ryan Lochte apology.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America enjoy watching Tim Kaine twist himself in knots trying to distance himself from his 2002 statement that Bill Clinton should have resigned over the Monica Lewinsky scandal. They also wonder why the media and top political figures are largely ignoring the devastating floods in Louisiana. And they discuss the increasingly discredited allegations that four U.S. Olympic swimmers were mugged in Rio.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America get a kick out of New Hampshire Democratis Senate hopeful Maggie Hassan repeatedly dodging CNN's question of whether she thinks Hillary Clinton is honest and trustworthy. They also sigh as Hillary now sports a nine point lead in Florida in a new Monmouth University poll. They react to the news that Breitbart News boss Stephen Bannon now running the Trump campaign. And they bid farewell to the legendary John McLaughlin.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America are pleased to see Pennsylvania Attorney General Kathleen Kane convicted on all nine counts for leaking grand jury testimony and lying about it. They also lament that Virginia won't even be competitive in this year's presidential race. And they slam Hillary Clinton for saying she would not send U.S. troops to fight ISIS under any circumstances - apparently disregarding that troops are doing so right now.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America discuss only bad news, starting with the violent and destructive protests in Milwaukee following the police shooting of a young black man in what seems to be fairly simple case. They also rip Sen. Claire McCaskill for suggesting Trump is actually responsible in part for the rise of ISIS. And we discuss the brutal robbery of four U.S. Olympians in Rio as more proof the city was a terrible choice to host the games.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review welcome news that the FBI and a well-respected federal prosecutor in New York are actively investigating the Clinton Foundation. They also groan as fears grow that Donald Trump will hurt Republicans all over the ballot. And they sigh as Trump blows another chance to score points against the Obama-Clinton legacy and makes himself look ridiculous in the process. Finally, they close on a high note by celebrating the achievement of the American athletes at the Olympic Games.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review cringe at a new report confirming that top officials at U.S. Central Command changed intelligence reports from their own analysts to paint a false, more optimistic picture of our fight against ISIS. They also laugh as Donald Trump, who hates losers and says only he can fix America, says he'll be just fine if he loses in November. And they shred Hillary Clinton's argument to Utah voters that she is and would be a champion of religious liberty for them.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review welcome House Speaker Paul Ryan's crushing primary win over Trump clone Paul Nehlen. They also enjoy seeing more emails emerge confirming Hillary Clinton's pay-to-play scheme between the State Department and the Clinton Foundation. And while they don't believe Donald Trump was inciting violence against Hillary Clinton, they do note several other disturbing things the episode confirms about him.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review give credit to Donald Trump for articulating some economic principles that are far more conservative than what Hillary Clinton is offering. They're also disturbed and bewildered that the father of the Orlando terrorist got a prime seat to cheer on Hillary Clinton Monday in Florida. And they verbally smack John Kasich for suggesting that John McCain is so great he shouldn't have to run for re-election.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review applaud Democratic Sen. Chuck Schumer for saying Olympic medalists should not have to pay taxes for their success - but wonder why he doesn't extend that mentality to the rest of us. They also slam Hillary Clinton for allowing emails referring to an Iranian defector to exist on her private, unsecured server and possibly contributed to his execution. And they discuss the noble but quixotic and possibly damaging independent presidential run of Evan McMullin.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America enjoy seeing former Iranian hostage Saeed Abedini expose the Obama administration's lie by saying the hostages could not leave until another plane arrived in Iran. They also cringe as Donald Trump seems to be a drag on GOP Senate candidates. And they brace for a disastrous Summer Olympics in Rio.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America groan as journalist Ron Fournier reveals Hillary's staff is fully aware she lies and simply believes that "trust doesn't matter." They also sigh as Trump spokeswoman Katria Pierson blames Pres. Obama for Capt. Khan's death in Iraq in 2004 and weakening her legitimate criticisms of Obama and Hillary. And they react to an already disastrous D.C. metro system being rocked by charges that one of their police officers was trying to aide ISIS.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America applaud Mike Pence for his strong, compassionate response to a Gold Star mother critical of Donald Trump. They also discuss Julian Assange's revelation that Hillary Clinton's own emails prove she lied to Congress and was sending weapons from Libya to Syrian rebels - including ISIS. And they rip the media for savaging the mother of a Benghazi victim at the Republican convention while lauding the parents of the fallen Marine who blasted Donald Trump in Philadelphia.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America slam Hillary Clinton for continuing to brazenly lie about her email scandal and claim the FBI director called her public statements truthful when he refuted them under oath. They also shake their heads as Donald Trump insists on waging an unwinnable public relations battle with the parents of a fallen Muslim Marine. And they unload on pathetic "Republicans" like Richard Armitage, Hank Paulson and Brent Scowcroft for actively supporting Hillary Clinton.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Mark Wright of National Review serve up three very sour martinis in the wake of Hillary Clinton's convention speech. They groan at her standard liberal economic plan of more spending and big tax increases. They rip her for making it clear she won't be any tougher on terrorism or illegal immigration than Pres. Obama. And they are discouraged at the realization many of the attacks Hillary aimed at Donald Trump are true.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Mark Wright of National Review groan as President Obama used his convention speech to extol the power of American unity after eight years of dividing Americans in every conceivable way. They're also stunned as Nancy Pelosi says working class whites are too distracted by guns, abortion and gay issues to know what's good for them and vote for Democrats. And they sigh as both the Trump and Clinton campaigns botch their handling of the DNC email scandal.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Mark Wright of National Review are pleased that Bill Clinton's convention speech was seen by many as underwhelming and a largely fictionalized version of his relationship with Hillary. They also sigh as the Democrats honor moms of young black people killed in police incidents but do nothing to honor slain police officers. And they slam the mainstream media for completely ignoring major protests at the Democratic National Convention.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and David French of National Review enjoy the massive upheaval on the first day of the Democratic National Convention in the wake of the DNC email scandal. They also discuss the ISIS-inspired attack in France that killed an 84-year-old priest and wonder of ISIS is pursuing a strategy similar to the Palestinian Intifada. And they wonder what young Sanders supporters will do now that their hero has been defeated and discuss the recent phenomenon of politicians being seen as messiahs by their followers.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and David French of National Review enjoy watching the Democrats get caught in their own lies after Wikileaks reveals the DNC actively backed Clinton over Sanders, manipulated the media and manufactured protests at Trump events. They also shudder as four terrorist attacks strike Germany in less than a week and German authorities bend over backwards to avoid linking them to radical Islam. And they react to Secretary of State John Kerry's ludicrous contention that air conditioners and refrigerators pose just as much of a threat to human life as ISIS and other terrorist groups.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and David French of National Review review several different aspects of Donald Trump's loud, long convention speech. They slam his contention that he can solve all problems from the executive branch while the speech made no mention of the Constitution, limited government or delegating problems to states and communities to solve. They are disgusted as the Trump-dominated Republican convention issues an unconditional surrender in the culture war. And they cringe as Trump and his daughter spout liberal talking points on economic issues.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review applaud Ted Cruz for refusing to offer an endorsement for Donald Trump that would not have been genuine, even if it may cost Cruz a future shot at the nomination. They slam Trump for telling the New York Times that he might not defend NATO allies unless they meet his demands. And they get a kick out of the communist protester trying to light a U.S. flag on fire and lighting himself on fire instead.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review applaud the GOP for a withering indictment of Hillary Clinton Tuesday night at the convention. They also react to stories that question how much Donald Trump really wants to be president. And they react to Twitter banning pro-Trump provocateur Milo Yiannopoulos.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review shudder at the latest deadly assault on police. They also fear what may come next in Turkey after the failed coup. And they shake their heads as President Obama calls for adding the public option to Obamacare.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see Donald Trump select Indiana Gov. Mike Pence as his running mate. They also shudder at the horrors of the latest terrorist attack and the growing resignation that this is the new normal. And they blast the media for blaming the attack on the truck instead of the terrorist driving it.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad to see Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg admit she was badly mistaken to publicly criticize a presidential candidate. As reports flow in that Indiana Gov. Mike Pence will be Donald Trump's running mate, we examine newly released comments from Newt Gingrich that show he admitted Trump wasn't a conservative months ago. And we rip Hillary Clinton for being horrified at the idea that a president might use the IRS to target political opponents.
Rich McFadden of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are thrilled Hillary's email scandal may be affecting her image as new polls show Clinton down by two in Iowa and viewed as less honest than Trump in several swing states. They are concerned about the ever-growing security risks at the GOP Convention amid the current political climate. And they are shocked an editorial article from the New York Times agrees with Trump that Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg should not make public statements attacking a presidential candidate.
Rich McFadden of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review celebrate two good martinis in capitalism's gift to children's health in the form of Pokemon Go and Hillary Clinton's polling numbers dropping due to her email scandal. They are appalled that Director of National Intelligence James Clapper denied Paul Ryan's request to block Hillary from receiving classified intelligence as a presidential candidate. They are dumbfounded with Rep. Corrine Brown's claim that the FBI could have prevented the Orlando shooting had they not been investigating her for fraud.
Rich McFadden of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are thrilled that a Washington Post and ABC News poll released Monday morning reveals 56 percent of Americans believe Hillary Clinton should be indicted. They agonize over the information that Bernie Sanders will unite the Democratic party by endorsing Hillary Clinton. And they are shocked that Donald Trump spoke with Caitlyn Jenner and consider the possible implications for the Republican National Convention.
Rich McFadden of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review grieve over the blatant targeting and murdering of police officers by a team of snipers in Dallas. They give thanks to the protesters at the Black Lives Matter demonstration in Dallas for helping police locate the snipers. And they wrestle with the question of whether rhetoric spurs violence.
Rich McFadden of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review give kudos to Comey for saying Hillary could've been fired had she worked for the FBI and mishandled classified intel. They are weary of people rushing to judgement in shootings involving police officers and minorities such as in Baton Rouge on Tuesday. They disparage Trump defending his six-pointed-star tweet instead of attacking Hillary.
Rich McFadden of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are elated that the FBI made the argument against electing Hillary. They are aggravated Trump won 19t focus on attacking Hillary. And they are surprised Gary Johnson will be running as an independent in Ohio.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are impressed with FBI Director James Comey's rebuke of Hillary Clinton's use of a private server and her false explanations for it. They are furious with Comey's recommendation that Clinton not be prosecuted due to lack of precedent. They are dreading that the Olympic games will be held in Brazil due to a new threat of super bacteria, Zika, rampant crime, and a lack of security for attendees.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review applaud European Parliament member Daniel Hannan of Britain for shredding CNN's Christiane Amanpour over her error-filled badgering that masqueraded as an interview concerning Brexit. They also roll their eyes at the news Chris Christie is being vetted as a possible running mate for Donald Trump. And they unload on a New York Daily News columnist for his snide, elitist call to ban 'God Bless America' at Major League Baseball games.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review are impressed by Senator Mike Lee's refusal to endorse Donald Trump. They reject Attorney General Lynch's description of her meeting with Bill Clinton on her private plane. They slam the DC human rights commission's mandate that employers and employees refer to non-gender conforming employees by their preferred gender pronouns and names.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review are ecstatic about Darryl Glenn winning the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in Colorado. They are enraged at new evidence revealing the IRS broke federal law by sending sensitive records of conservative groups to the Justice Department. And they are furious at a New Jersey school district for having police and child services involved in every case of misbehavior.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review credit Republicans on the special Benghazi committee for uncovering the truth about Benghazi. They are disgusted by the Supreme Court refusing to hear a challenge to a Washington State law mandating all pharmacies to sell abortion inducing drugs. They review the terrible policies in the new Democratic Party platform.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review lament Monday's Supreme Court decision striking down Texas abortion regulations. They also laugh as opponents of Brexit lose their minds over last week's referendum. And they are exasperated at Trump's immigration flip-flopping.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review cheer the British people ripping their sovereignty back from the European Union. They also marvel at the depth of Hillary Clinton's efforts to avoid accountability as she hides more information from investigators. And they shake their heads as CNN hires former Trump campaign manager Corey Lewandowski, even though Lewandowski has a non-disclosure agreement with Trump.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review celebrate a divided SCOTUS blocking Obama's executive amnesty. They poke fun at Florida Rep. and U.S. Senate hopeful Patrick Murphy, who got caught lying about the two things, he said, best qualified him for office. And they applaud Donald Trump for his blistering criticism of Hillary.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review have mixed feelings on Marco Rubio deciding to run for his Senate seat again but agree that he gives Republicans the best chance to hold the seat. They also slam Attorney General Loretta Lynch for claiming she still doesn't know the motive behind the Orlando attack, for admitting she doesn't know where the terrorist's wife is, and for saying America should respond to terrorism with love and compassion. And they shake their heads as Donald Trump has evangelical leaders swooning and even has one posing in front of the cover of his Playboy interview.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see the Justice Department forced to release unredacted transcripts of the Orlando 911 calls. They are stunned that the media ignore an attempted assassination on a presidential candidate's life. And they're stunned at Donald Trump's pathetic FEC report.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review welcome Donald Trump's firing of campaign manager Corey Lewandowski. They slam Attorney General Loretta Lynch for removing references to the Orlando terrorist pledging allegiance to ISIS in his 911 calls during the shooting. And they are not fans of Marco Rubio's silent flirtation with another U.S. Senate bid.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud CIA Director John Brennan for telling the truth about the magnitude of the ISIS threat. They also shudder as more red flags are discovered that should have led authorities to the Orlando terrorist. And we react to a Vox writer urging Pres. Obama to ban all Americans from buying guns unilaterally.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review groan as a new Wisconsin poll shows Trump dragging down Sen. Ron Johnson's re-election hopes. They also slam Se. Joe Manchin for suggesting that due process is the problem in stopping mass shootings. And they get whiplash as Hugh Hewitt insists Republicans stick with Donald Trump, just one week after declaring him a Stage IV cancer that must be removed.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review celebrate the dismissal of one charge against the man who exposed Planned Parenthood for its sales of baby body parts. We rip the FBI for not doing more after Disney warned them Omar Fateen was casing the park in April and we suggest setting up Mickey Mouse Clubhouse CTU in the spirit of "24." Ane we rip Donald Trump for trying to convince the NRA to support banning gun sales to anyone on the No Fly List.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are not impressed as FBI Director James Comey says the bureau cleared Orlando terrorist Omar Mateen because he insisted all his radical rants were just out of anger and not because he was lined with terrorist groups. They also hammer Hillary Clinton for only now being worried about Middle East countries allowing their people to fund terrorism. And they react to the revelation that Mateen was gay.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review slam President Obama for refusing to identity the Orlando terrorist's motivation which was already clear and for suggesting Americans currently identify with the terrorist more than the victims. They also shake their heads as the federal government had another terrorist under investigation only to let them go and eventually attack. And they rip both Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton for their pathetic responses to the terrorist attack.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleasantly surprised that White House Press Secretary Josh Earnest referred to the FBI probe of Hillary Clinton as a "criminal investigation." They also blast the Ninth Circuit for ruling that there is not constitutional right to carry a gun in public. And they scoff as the Wall Street Journal and USA TODAY report Donald Trump is a deadbeat in paying many employees and contractors.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review hope Rep. David Jolly follows through on dropping out of the Florida U.S. Senate race and tries to stop Charlie Crist from getting elected to Congress. They also blast the new Republicans for Hillary PAC for actively backing a candidate who will do nothing Republicans will like. And they shake their heads as Hugh Hewitt now comes out and says Donald Trump is a disaster and the Republicans need to stop him.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review love seeing that Bernie Sanders plans to make life miserable for Hillary Clinton until the Democratic convention. They also cheer the defeat of Rep. Renee Ellmers in a Republican primary. And they wonder how long Republican leaders can denounce comments from Donald Trump while still urging people to vote for him.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud David French for his patriotism and are relieved he is not jumping into the ugliest presidential race in a long time. They also slam Bernie Sanders for only now discussing allegations of Hillary Clinton doing favors at the State Department for foreign governments that donated to the Clinton Foundation. And we discuss Donald Trump ripping the judge in the Trump University case as a Mexican, Newt Gingrich rebuking Trump and Trump being upset with Gingrich.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are doubly depressed as Hillary Clinton, a proven disaster on the world stage, makes some accurate assessments about Donald Trump being completely unprepared to be commander-in-chief. They also groan as the May jobs report comes in way below expectations. And they unload on the thuggish, hard left protesters who assaulted Trump supporters Thursday night in California.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy watching Hillary Clinton continue to struggle in her battle with Bernie Sanders. They also groan as 50 percent of Americans and 71 of Democrats says Hillary should stay in the race even if she is indicted. And they slam ESPN writer Howard Bryant for being aghast that police and military are often featured at pro sports events.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss the media's detestable reaction to the mere suggestion of a David French presidential run. They also dissect the growing battle between Donald Trump and the media. And they groan as another opinion piece suggests this whole election could still end with Paul Ryan as the next president.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review welcome Katie Couric's reluctant admission she doctored the footage in her anti-gun documentary. They also shake their heads as the Libertarian Party proves once again it's not ready for prime time. And they roll their eyes as Bill Kristol insists he has a new candidate ready to go but won't announce them yet.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see the mainstream media covering the State Dept. report slamming Hillary Clinton and thrilled they are being tough on her. They are not at all surprised to see Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe lying in an effort to explain away his FBI investigation. And they rip Katie Couric for using false footage in her anti-gun documentary to make gun rights supporters look like they have no reasons to oppose background checks.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review welcome the State Department Inspector General's report concluding that Hillary Clinton violated department rules by having her own email and server. They also slam violent anti-Trump protesters and explain how these chaotic events help Trump immensely. And they they flashback to April as Jim discovers that Trump claimed the New York Jets won two AFC titles while Rex Ryan was their coach.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review feel like they're back in the '90's as Terry McAuliffe is being investigated over questionable Chinese campaign donations and it's linked to the Clintons. They also sigh as even Lindsey Graham reluctantly gets on board with Trump. And they slam VA Sec. Bob McDonald both for comparing veteran wait times with lines at Disneyland but for doing a terrible job of fixing the VA.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review react to 90 percent of American Indians not finding the name "Redskins" disrespectful. They also shake their heads at Donald Trump's speech to the National Rifle Association. And they bang their heads against the table as one the people #NeverTrump tried to run against Trump and Clinton says he would consider being a running mate with either Trump or Clinton.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and David French of National Review applaud Judge Andrew Hanen for excoriating Justice Department lawyers for repeatedly lying to the court about Pres. Obama's executive immigration actions. They also slam NBC's Andrea Mitchell for saying Juanita Broaddrick's rape allegation against Bill Clinton has been "discredited." And we shake our heads as a North Carolina school district plans to eliminate valedictorian and salutatorian honors because it creates "unhealthy competition."
Greg Corombos of Radio America and David French of National Review welcome Donald Trump's list of prospective Supreme Court nominees but groan as he is already suggesting his nominee might still be someone else. They also note the end of Mitt Romney's quest to find someone to run against Trump and Clinton. And they dissect New York City's law insisting people address each other by names and titles of their preferred gender identity - the fines for refusing are immense.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see Donald Trump is not a drag on Kelly Ayotte thus far in New Hampshire. They also slam Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and other Republicans for wanting to require women to register with Selective Service. And as Trump says he would speak with Kim Jong-Un, we preview what that meeting might look like.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss the financial collapse of Burlington College thanks to Bernie Sanders' wife. They also react to Marco Rubio's Twitter mockery of Washington Post stories quoting sources supposedly close to Rubio. And they enjoy watching Democrats worry that the chaos in Nevada over the weekend could spill over to the national convention.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review grab some popcorn to watch Democrats booing Barbara Boxer and throwing chairs at the Nevada Democratic Convention. They also react to what seems more and more like a desperate search for another candidate by Bill Kristol and Mitt Romney. And they laugh as Hillary Clinton plans to hand over economic policy to her husband if elected president.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer a federal court ruling that the Obama administration acted unconstitutionally in funding additional assistance for people enrolling in Obamacare. They also rip the Obama administration for its unconstitutional decree that all public schools must let students use bathrooms and locker rooms according to gender identity rather than biology. And they shake their heads as Chelsea Clinton's husband has to close a hedge fund in which he convinced investors to bet on a big Greek economic recovery.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are happy to see a corrupt leftist president get the boot - even if it is only in Brazil. They also practice their shocked faces as the Washington Post says it will dig into every detail of Donald Trump's life. And they get a kick out of the frothing media coverage of the Trump-Ryan meeting.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy watching Hillary Clinton continue to lose states to Bernie Sanders. They also groan as Ted Cruz tells Glen Beck he'd jump back in the race if a path to victory re-emerged. And they shake their heads as Donald Trump decides that he doesn't need a data operation to turn out his voters in November and will rely on rallies instead.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see a Qunnipiac University poll showing Donald Trump very competitive with Hillary Clinton in Florida, Ohio, and Pennsylvania because a tight race means Democrats have fewer resources to attack conservatives elsewhere on the ballot. They also discuss the complete economic collapse of Venezuela under socialism as people are killing and eating stray animals and trash off the streets. And they react to a campaign in Seattle to replace human burial and cremation with human composting.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are tentatively encouraged to see that down ballot races may not be as bad as thought. They also slam Facebook for manipulating the trending stories to hide news good for conservatives and promote liberal news and causes that aren't getting much traffic. And they rip Ben Rhodes and the Obama administration for feeding bogus information to a clueless press corps about the Iran deal and setting up "experts" to validate their talking points to those reporters.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review give House Speaker Paul Ryan credit for resisting the GOP rush to back Trump but believe Ryan will eventually do it. They also shake their heads as Rick Perry, who called Trump toxic and a cancer to conservatism, endorses Trump and even says he's consider being Trump's running mate. And they sigh as Trump not only won't back away from accusing Rafael Cruz from being linked to Lee Harvey Oswald but defends the National Enquirer as a legitimate news source.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Ben Sasse for refusing to accept two terrible candidates for president. They also shudder as the hacker known as Guccifer tells Fox News he easily hacked into Hillary Clinton's private server and many others did too. And they throw up their hands at the push for "meternity" and "pawternity" leave - as advocates contend getting getting some me time or a new pet is equivalent to having a baby.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty discuss Republican primary voters determining that Donald Trump will be the Republican nominee for president. They also weigh in on the future of #NeverTrump conservatives and discuss the stream of political figures who strongly denounced Trump immediately backing him Tuesday night. And they consider the future of the conservative movement with a non-conservative at the top of the GOP ticket.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy watching Hillary Clinton squirm as a coal industry worker calls her out on her previous promise to put coal companies out of business. They also unload on Donald Trump for trying to link Ted Cruz's father to the Kennedy assassination. And they react to a Huffington Post writer claiming that defending yourself with a gun ought to be unconstitutional because you're depriving your attacker of a fair trial if they die.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review hope reports showing CNN beating Fox News in the key 25-54 age demographic will spark much better election coverage at Fox. They also shake their heads as Donald Trump's strong wins last week have some unbound delegates thinking about abandoning Ted Cruz. And they blast ESPN for editing Curt Schilling out of its documentary on the 2004 American League Championship Series just days after firing him for politically incorrect social media posts.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud former CNN and NBC reporter Campbell Brown, who is blasting the news media for making their networks all Trump all the time in a quest for ratings. They also slam the people behind a new film that intends to mock Ronald Reagan's Alzheimer's Disease and pretend he had it while president. And they discuss the wild first night of the NFL Draft, where a top prospect watched his prospects plummet after a sudden video of bong hits and admissions he was given money by coaches in college.
Update: Will Farrell has pulled out of the Reagan film project.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review figure Ted Cruz has nothing to lose by naming Carly Fiorina as his running mate and trying to take advantage of Donald Trump's terrible numbers with women. They also rip former House Speaker Dennis Hastert to shreds for sexually abusing high school boys and then covering it up for decades. And they rip a Virginia state senator for publicly standing with the Assad regime in Syria and the media for thinking it was a U.S. senator and never bothering to check.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review freely admit that Donald Trump thoroughly crushed Ted Cruz and John Kasich in all five states voting on Tuesday and his delegate haul makes him the very likely nominee. They also slam Kasich for a pathetic showing in states where he was supposed to be so appealing. And they console themselves with the news that Chaka Fattah and Kathleen Matthews both lost their congressional races.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged that an overwhelming majority of Americans reject Hillary Clinton's push for gun makers to be sued over shootings. They also slam Pres. Obama for once again telling a foreign audience that the world has never been more peaceful or more prosperous. And they discuss the internal fight for control of the Trump campaign.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud the the buddy cop move by Ted Cruz and John Kasich to each back out of upcoming states to allow the other to blunt Donald Trump's path to 1,237 delegates. They also condemn Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe's move to restore rights to over 200,000 ex-convicts, including violent criminals. And they unload on the New York Times for suggesting NFL fans bear some responsibility for the troubles of hot shot, unemployed quarterback Johnny Manziel.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review actually applaud Vox for a lengthy piece condemning smug liberals for acting as though their opponents aren't just wrong but too stupid to know what's good for them. They also discuss the private group of Hollywood Republicans disbanding, possibly over tensions about Donald Trump. And discuss the surprising complexities, some of them conservative, of the late music star Prince.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review condemn the Obama administration's obsession with identity politics, but conclude that if you're going to put a woman on currency, Harriet Tubman is a great choice - especially compared to the disasters the Obama folks could have picked. We also slam Trump for taking the left's position on the transgender bathroom debate and tell his "evangelical" supporters "we told you so." And we rip ESPN, in part for its treatment of Curt Schilling but mainly for being another hardcore, intolerant leftist outlet.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are hopeful that the Cuban people may inch closer to freedom as Fidel Castro announces he doesn't expect to live much longer. They also groan as Donald Trump dominates the New York GOP primary and looks to do the same in several more states next week, while Hillary pretty much puts Sanders away. And they react to a Trump supporter trying to rally assistance in physically preventing Colorado and Wyoming delegates from attending the RNC in Cleveland.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see Democrats worried that rising hostility between Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders could lead to a fractured party in November. They also shake their heads as Bernie Sanders' tax return shows he doesn't practice what he preaches. And they return fire at Rep. Peter King in a fun way after King says he hates Ted Cruz and would take cyanide if Cruz is the GOP nominee.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Ohio State officials for telling demonstrators to leave the building or be ready to be cleared out, arrested and expelled. They also rip John Kasich for his dismissal of recent religious freedom and bathroom laws and presenting himself as the only adult in the room. And they laugh as the Treasury Department reportedly makes plans to replace Andrew Jackson with a woman on currency and leave Alexander Hamilton in place - largely because of a successful hip-hop opera.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review suffer through clips of Thursday's Democratic debate but come away glad knowing the Democrats are plenty dysfunctional too - and really annoying. They also discuss more and more health insurers losing money under Obamacare and planning to jack up premiums or get out of the market altogether. And they unload on AMC for planning to experiment with texting during movies - but the story ends with relief.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review fume over Russia's blatant provocation of a U.S. Navy ship in the Baltic Sea and in the Obama administration's pathetic response. They also cringe as Indiana GOP delegates get dozens of troubling messages warning them not to oppose Donald Trump. And they discuss Karl Rove and many deep-pocketed donors preparing to help Trump, mainly to deny Hillary Clinton the presidency.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review get a kick out of Paul Krugman turning on Bernie Sanders and comedian George Lopez saying he endorsed Sanders but doesn't want to pay higher taxes. They also groan as an RNC member echoes Donald Trump in saying that winning more than 1,100 delegates will probably win him the nomination. And they react to Keith Olbermann deciding to move out of Trump Palace because he just couldn't bear having any association with its namesake.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review embark on an all-Hillary edition of the podcast. They laugh as the Clinton campaign accuses Bernie Sanders of trying to rig the nomination by urging super-delegates to switch to his side. They also slam Hillary Clinton for nodding along as her supporter says American citizens are terrorists and gun and ammo makers are making us that way. And we shake our heads as the Clinton campaign again stresses that she will release any information as to whether aliens visited the earth.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss the controversy in the GOP delegate and Donald Trump's frustration with the process while the real story seems to be that Ted Cruz knows what he's doing in delegate matters and Trump doesn't. They also slam Pres. Obama for saying Hillary shouldn't be in trouble for her emails because she was a good secretary of state and because some classified information needs to be protected while other classified material isn't really that important. And we unload on vile Trump internet supporters for telling Mary Katharine Ham they're glad her husband is dead because she wrote a column unflattering to Trump.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleasantly surprised to see Bill Clinton deliver a verbal rebuke to Black Lives Matter. They also groan as a third of Wisconsin GOP voters say they will not support either Donald Trump or Ted Cruz in as the nominee. And they laugh as Ben Carson dismisses the misdemeanor assault charge against Corey Lewandowski by suggesting that many people have been charged with things - maybe even his CNN interviewers.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see Pennsylvania Sen. Pat Toomey looking to be in good shape for re-election in a state that is not all that strong for Republicans. They also rip Pres. Obama and the VA for wait times and benefits only getting much worse for our veterans. And they shake their heads as the Trump campaign contends its candidate doesn't have a problem with women and any polls suggesting otherwise are manipulated.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review discuss the results of the Wisconsin primary and how they slightly increase the odds of a conservative GOP nominee. They also slam Trump backer Roger Stone for promising to give hotel room numbers of RNC delegates to Trump activists so they can go to their rooms and convince them to stay with Trump. And they get a kick out of liberal college students protesting the choice of Madeleine Albright as commencement speaker because she is a white feminist.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy Greg Gutfeld needling his colleagues over their soft "town hall" interviews of Donald Trump. They also blast the notion promoted by GOP operatives and donors that House Speaker Paul Ryan will somehow emerge as the nominee at a contested convention. And they groan as Trump says it's "very unfair" that he has to win a majority of the delegates to become the Republican nominee because the original field was so big.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss how state conventions and arcane rules matter a lot in the final GOP delegate math. They also groan as many members from the tea party wave of 2010 are already planning to leave and resume their normal lives. And they unload on Bernie Sanders for his 1981 comment that he doesn't "believe in charity."
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review react to both of their organizations being acquired by the Trump Organization. They're also stunned as FBI Director James Comey says his questioning of Hillary Clinton not only closed the investigation but revealed her to be the the most truthful polygraph subject he's seen. And they react to a new study showing the judgment of Nevada voters far exceeds citizens in the other states. Quite a start to the new month.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud CNN's Jake Tapper for calling out Obama's hypocrisy on media coverage of politics and reminding viewers that Obama has stiff-armed the press more than any president since Nixon. They also shake their heads as a new Clinton vs. Trump Electoral College projection shows Hillary with an easy win. And they groan as Fox News and BuzzFeed fail to redact Michelle Fields' personal information before showing her police report, leading to harassing phone calls to Fields who no longer feels it's safe to be in her apartment.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review react to all three Republican hopefuls refusing to promise they will back the eventual GOP nominee. They also discuss Donald Trump's comments on Michelle Fields after Trump's campaign manager is indicted for grabbing Fields earlier this month - and notice how Trump's comments on women seem to be unnerving some of his most ardent supporters. And they react to the way Ted Cruz handles questions from a hostile press.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review react to Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker endorsing Ted Cruz. They slam Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal to caving to liberals and big business to veto religious freedom legislation. And they do a double take as the National Journal's Ron Fournier suggests prosecutors must meet a higher standard before charging Hillary Clinton because she is running for president.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review warn GOP voters that most polls show Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders clearly defeating Donald Trump in November. They also rip Pres. Obama for trying to blur the lines between capitalism and communism. And they unload on parents for turning a kids' Easter egg hunt into a brawl.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review react to a new poll suddenly showing Ted Cruz with a narrow lead in Wisconsin. They also rip Obama's reaction to the Brussels attacks and for continuing to assert that keeping Guantanamo Bay open is somehow more dangerous to Americans than letting detainees go. And they react to the latest salvo over wives in the Republican presidential race.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review discuss Jonah Goldberg's column suggesting conservatives need to prepare for the end of the GOP as we know it whether Trump wins the nomination or not. They also slam the Super PAC who put out a racy photo of Melania Trump as reason to vote against her husband - and they slam Trump for blaming the ad on Cruz and threatening to "spill the beans" on Heidi Cruz. And they sigh as Sarah Palin prepares to follow in the footsteps of Judge Judy.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review enjoy hearing Bill Clinton call the last eight years "awful." They react to the horrific terrorist attacks in Brussels and President Obama's listless response. And they unload on Obama for his moral equivalence between the problems in Cuba and the perceived flaws in the U.S.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review shake their heads as John Kasich says he would consider Merrick Garland for the Supreme Court if Kasich becomes president. They also rip Pres. Obama for legitimizing Cuba's repressive communist regime and even posing in front of Che Guevara. And they unload on Hillary Clinton for suggesting she can be trusted to defend Israel's security.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy seeing the lawyers for fired Benghazi Committee staffer remove the accusation that partisanship on the committee led to his termination. They also react to speculation that Pres. Obama's increased support for Hillary Clinton means she will never be indicted over her private server. And they unload on Mike Huckabee for saying conservatives opposing Trump are only worried about their paychecks and need to suck it up and get in line behind Trump.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see conservatives beginning to coalesce around Ted Cruz. They applaud the State Department for declaring ISIS guilty of genocide but scold the administration for apparently not planning to do much about it. And they react to a Trump supporter telling CNN that convention riots could be a good thing and that they would not be negative riots.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review discuss Tuesday's sweeping wins for Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton and the realities going forward in both parties. They also assess what went wrong for Marco Rubio in the 2016 race. And they slam Trump for suggesting he must be given the nomination even without a majority of delegates or there will be riots.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review react to Hillary Clinton saying no Americans were lost in Libya. They also discuss Ben Carson endorsing Trump and saying if he's bad president it will only last four years. And they have fun with Trump taking a shot at his friend Chris Christie to discuss how John Kasich has been out of Ohio a lot.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss the ugly scene in Chicago Friday as protesters trigger chaos at a Trump rally and spill into the streets. We unpack the very public dysfunction at Breitbart News. And we slam John Kasich for his clueless campaign strategy.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud a substantive debate but are glad the debate season is just about over. They also shake their heads as Dr. Ben Carson endorses Donald Trump, the man who once compared Carson to a child molester. And they dissect the Trump campaign's response to allegations campaign manager Corey Lewandowski roughed up a female reporter.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Jorge Ramos of Univision for asking tough questions and follow-ups that Hillary Clinton answered badly. They also slam Bernie Sanders for glossing over the record of the Castro regime and spending as much time discussing what he sees as its good points. And they unload on the Trump campaign after campaign manager Corey Lewandowski roughs up a female reporter and says he thought she was a less friendly reporter.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review react to another strong night by Donald Trump and no indication that Republicans are about to unify around an alternative. They also bang their heads against the desk as some pundits argue the establishment should rally around John Kasich after his third place finish in Michigan. And they relish Hillary Clinton's stunning loss to Bernie Sanders in Michigan.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are hopeful that Hillary Clinton's new far left positions on fracking and guns will cost her in some critical states come November. They also shudder as Iran brazenly test-fires ballistic missiles. And they dissect the flap over a CNN story suggesting some Rubio advisers think he should quit before the Florida primary.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see the GOP delegate race get tighter over the weekend. They also point out that the non-Trump candidates are stuck in a Catch 22 in the coming days and that a brokered convention would end in disaster. They rip the federal government for planning so poorly that Navy SEALS are forced to share their guns. And they pay tribute to the late First Lady Nancy Reagan.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review react to more specific allegations of Trump hiring foreign workers over Americans and that he is shifting his position on H1-B visas. They also discuss Trump dismissing warnings that the military would refuse to carry out illegal orders such as killing the family members of terrorists. And they slam Hillary Clinton for using footage from the Benghazi hearings to reflect her boredom in watching the debate.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review applaud Ben Carson for finally ending his presidential campaign...we think. Ian gives reasons why he thinks Mitt Romney's speech could damage Donald Trump's candidacy while I argue Trump backers probably won't be swayed at all. And we react to Trump's latest explanation for his rough CNN interview.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review wince at Donald Trump's strong Tuesday but point out it was expected to be even stronger. They also shake their heads as the path to someone beating Trump for the nomination doesn't get any clearer. And they discuss the decision of Ivy League football coaches to ban tackling in practice so minimize head and neck injuries.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review reveal who they voted for today and describe the atmosphere at their polling places. Then they like a new video from Adam Carolla telling people not to vote for anyone who promises to fight for you on issues people deal with themselves. They also shake their heads at the fact that the only way for candidates to get air time anymore is to lob crude insults at their opponents. And they react to Donald Trump telling Sean Hannity that every immigration plan - except the wall - is negotiable.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review take a mental health holiday from the latest evidence Donald Trump is thoroughly unqualified to be president to offer three pieces of good news. They welcome the end of Melissa Harris-Perry at MSNBC and remember some of her most insane statements. They also enjoy watching Rep. Tulsi Gabbard resign as co-chair of the DNC to back Bernie Sanders and slam Hillary Clinton. And they react to Trump using Chris Christie's support for about a day before telling him to go home.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review cheer the relentless assault of Marco Rubio and Ted Cruz on Donald Trump's record and lack of policy details. They groan as Chris Christie emerges to endorse Trump. And they discuss Trump's panicked response to Mitt Romney's demand that Trump release his tax returns.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review see political upsides if Pres. Obama nominates and Senate Republicans refuse to consider Nevada GOP Gov. Brian Sandoval for the Supreme Court. They also sigh as more chatter emerges that John Kasich should be the VP nominee for the Republicans. And they slam millennials for not eating cereal because it requires them to wash the bowl.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review relish watching Joe Biden's 1992 Senate speech in which he tells President George H.W. Bush not to nominate anyone for the Supreme Court in an election year or it would do lasting damage to the Senate. They also slam President Obama for pushing forward with his demand to close the detention center at Guantanamo Bay. And they wonder why John Kasich is still running for president.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review clap for Jeb Bush for realizing he needed to get out of the GOP race. They also groan as the Republican race appears to be shaping up to be a Trump win or a giant mess. And they marvel at the media declaring Hillary's win in Nevada as proof she is now the inevitable nominee.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cross their fingers and hope that the South Carolina primary will lead to fewer GOP candidates going forward. They also slam two major school districts in Northern Virginia that are cancelling school on Super Tuesday to avoid congestion at polling places, but we explain why it's good for kids to be there on Election Day. And we wade into the Pope vs. Trump debate.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review welcome two national polls showing the public evenly divided on whether the Senate should confirm a Supreme Court justice this year. They also rip Obama for traveling to Cuba next month to celebrate ties with the Castro regime, which still brutalizes political opponents. And they discuss President Obama's decision to pay respects to Justice Antonin Scalia at the Supreme Court on Friday but not attend Scalia's funeral on Saturday.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy watching President Obama squirm as he demands Senate consideration for his eventual Supreme Court nominee but tried to filibuster Samuel Alito back in 2006. They also like a new poll showing Nevada to be a dead heat between Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders. And they discuss the new book from liberal commentator Bill Press that calls President Obama a disappointment and says Obamacare and the stimulus were not successes.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy watching Hillary Clinton lower expectations in Nevada and feud with Harry Reid. They also laugh as Sen. Chuck Schumer claims this Supreme Court vacancy is a totally different situation than when he urged Democrats to block any nominees from George W. Bush in the final 18 months of his presidency. And they discuss the latest sordid tale involving former New York Gov. Eliot Spitzer and are relieved that Spitzer is not running for president right now - which he likely would be if not caught up in his original sex scandal.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review mourn the death of Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia and discuss his towering intellect and personality. Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review mourn the death of Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia and remember him as faithful to the Constitution, a towering intellect and a larger than life personality. They also shake our heads as the Republican front-runner uses the latest debate to say Planned Parenthood does wonderful things for women - except for the abortions - and that 9/11 was George W. Bush's fault and that he lied to get us into the Iraq War. And they express disgust at the left's horrific reaction to Scalia's death and the instinct by some on the right to conclude that Scalia's death was the result of foul play.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like the "Office Space" inspired Ted Cruz ad criticizing Hillary Clinton. They also slam Donald Trump for saying conservatives are a big part of the problem in Washington. And they elaborate on Hillary's list of unappealing options to derail Bernie Sanders.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss the exit of Carly Fiorina from the GOP race and how she made the race better. They also discuss the revelation that a State Department aide to Hillary Clinton told a reporter how he needed to write a story previewing a major Clinton speech - and the reporter dutifully complied. And they discuss the undemocratic super delegates that dominate the Democrats' nominating process.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review love watching Hillary Clinton get trounced in New Hampshire but are a bit concerned at how eager many Democrats are to destroy the free market as Bernie Sanders would do. They cringe as Donald Trump dominates the Republican primary by a yuuuge margin and vaults back into front-runner status. And they sigh as the likes of John Kasich and Jeb Bush get a new lease on life.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like that Michael Bloomberg is now publicly discussing a possible White House bid - a move that would seem to benefit Republicans. They also slam Jeb Bush for wanting to overturn the Citizens United decision after his Super PAC blew through $120 million with nothing to show for it. And they discuss some of their frustrations with the first in the nation primary.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss Hillary's tanking polls among women and the insulting response from Clinton surrogates Madeleine Albright and Gloria Steinem. They also slam ABC's Martha Raddatz for pestering candidates to commit to preemptive strikes against North Korea without full intelligence briefings. And they're disgusted at Republicans for suddenly embracing the idea of making women register for Selective Service and be eligible for the military draft if the draft is reinstates.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad to see conservative Mary Katherine Ham added to the panel for Saturday night's GOP debate. They also discuss just how bad Rick Santorum is as a surrogate for Marco Rubio. And they get a good laugh out of Hillary Clinton claiming she can't be part of the establishment because she's a woman. All that plus our Superbowl picks.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review welcome a new Gallup survey showing more states have a distinct tilt towards Republicans than Democrats, a massive change since 2008. They also rip Pres. Obama for speaking at a mosque with ties to the Muslim Brotherhood, praising Muslims without mentioning the problem of radicalism and once again lecturing Americans about how intolerant we are. And we start to feel bad for Jeb Bush as he actually tells a town hall crowd to clap after one of his answers.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad to see Bernie Sanders considering a challenge of the results in Iowa since no one has seen any vote totals. They're sorry to see Rand Paul's libertarian voice leave the campaign trail but they are happy he is now focusing on his effort to win re-election to the Senate. And they rip Donald Trump for his Twitter rant accusing Ted Cruz of fraud in Iowa and demanding a redo or for all Cruz votes to be nullified.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy three good martinis. They applaud voters for vaulting conservative Ted Cruz to victory in Iowa and Marco Rubio to a strong third place finish. They enjoy the spectacle of a dead heat between Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders. And Jim has some strong words for candidates who have no chance yet refuse to end their campaigns.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy Hillary Clinton's latest feeble attempts to explain away her email scandal. They also enjoy Bernie Sanders suddenly becoming interested in the email/server scandal. And they slap the Cruz campaign for stupidly sending out a mailer to voters suggesting they had broken some law for not voting as much as they should.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Ted Cruz for refusing to embrace ethanol subsidies and mandates in Iowa. They slam Cruz for his terrible joke about leaving the stage and they discuss the GOP bloodbath over immigration flip-flopping. And they wonder why Mike Huckabee and Rick Santorum allowed themselves to be used by the Trump campaign.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review welcome new, unimpressive poll numbers for Hillary Clinton. They staggered as to why evangelicals are flocking to Donald Trump despite his life and political positions being a giant middle finger to traditional values. They marvel at Trump's ability to plan an event that may well eclipse the debate he's skipping and the RNC's inability to stop other networks from airing it. And they mark 30 years since the horrific Space Shuttle Challenger disaster.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review explore the good, bad and crazy dimensions of Donald Trump's decision to skip Thursday night's debate. They look forward to a debate without Trump. They fear more candidates will follow Trump's lead in future debates. And they slam MSNBC's Chris Matthews for saying Trump's exit from the debate means people won't want to watch "two Cubans" debate.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy watching Hillary Clinton claim people keep calling her untrustworthy because they are liars who want to stop her from bringing positive change to America. They sigh as Italy covers up nude art and refuses to serve wine at a state dinner so as not to offend the Iranian president. And they get a get a kick out of Hillary Clinton continuing to insist she did nothing wrong with her private server.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review plow through the snow to enjoy the possibility of Michael Bloomberg launching an independent White House bid. They also shudder as the FBI probes Hillary Clinton and her State Department subordinates for taking highly classified information and pasting it into emails on Clinton's non-secure server. And they react to Donald Trump saying he could shoot someone on Fifth Avenue and he wouldn't lose any supporters.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review discuss National Review devoting an entire issue and calling on 20 different conservatives in an effort to convince voters to reject Donald Trump. They also salute the hundreds of thousands of pro-life activists descending on snowy Washington for the annual March for Life. And they slam Secretary of State John Kerry for casually conceding that Iran will spend some of his billions in unfrozen assets on terrorism.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review love watching the Democrats quickly abandon their insistence on no more debates and hastily add one on Monday to help a stumbling Hillary Clinton. They also roll their eyes as Bob Dole says he'd prefer Trump over Cruz. And they separate fact from fiction and spread the blame over the Flint water crisis.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are amused to see the Clinton campaign accusing Republicans and the intelligence community inspector general of conspiring to accuse Hillary Clinton of having beyond top secret emails on her server. They also blast Republicans for attacking Ted Cruz for his opposition to crony capitalism in ethanol and they discuss why tea party darling Sarah Palin would endorse Donald Trump. They react to news that a Fast and Furious gun capable of downing helicopters was found with El Chapo. And they mourn the death of Ben Carson staffer Braden Joplin.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review react to the Defense Department considering demoting David Petraeus for his mishandling of classified information and the message this sends to those investigating Hillary Clinton. They also slam Marco Rubio for continuing to say he thinks all illegal immigrants who are not felons should be able to stay in the U.S. once they've been here a certain time. And they discuss the uproar over an alleged lack of diversity in the Oscar nominations.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review appreciate Hillary Clinton providing material for many fall campaign ads by closely tying herself to President Obama on issues ranging from Obamacare to Iran to Syria. They eagerly welcome the release of the American hostages from Iran but conclude the Iranians rolled the Obama administration again. And they marvel that Bernie Sanders, an avowed socialist with poor debating skills, actually has a shot at the nomination.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review review the three most intense exchanges from Thursday's Republican presidential debate. They praise Ted Cruz for his defense of his eligibility to be president against accusations to the contrary by Donald Trump. They also conclude Trump got the better of Cruz on the squabble over New York values by invoking the spirit following 9/11. And they discuss the dueling flip-flop charges over immigration and more between Cruz and Marco Rubio.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss the implosion of Al Jazeera America. They also slam Secretary of State John Kerry for thanking Iran for its treatment of 10 U.S. sailors after our women and women were humiliated on video. They slam Chelsea Clinton for suggesting Bernie Sanders and Republicans have the same position on Obamacare. And they pay tribute to the late actor Alan Rickman, villain from "Die Hard," the official movie of the Three Martini Lunch.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer most of Nikki Haley's Republican response to the State of the Union, especially her personal story and the contrast she paints between the visions of Republicans and Democrats. They also slam President Obama for telling everyone to calm down about ISIS since they can't destroy our entire nation. And they shake their heads as Obama contends the arrest of one man for the Benghazi attacks shows he will do whatever it takes to bring terrorists to justice.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Rand Paul for boycotting the undercard debate because it's insulting and pointless. They also groan as Pres. Obama promises to give a State of the Union address that focuses on himself and that will pit the public against Congress. And they wonder why Jeb Bush is trying to score points against Marco Rubio on immigration, given his own support for a path to citizenship.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review react to a Hillary Clinton email that seemingly tells an aide to strip the the secure markings off a report and send it non-securely. Jim explains why he believes a convention of the states to amend the Constitution needs to wait until the nation is more constitutionally literate. And they slam Sean Penn for meeting with El Chapo while the drug kingpin was on the run.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review applaud Taya Kyle for pointing out the Obama hypocrisy on guns and explaining why we need the right to keep and bear arms. They also shudder as terrorism arrests in the U.S. show more holes in our refugee screening. And they scold Mike Huckabee for claiming evangelicals aren't with him this time because he will address abortion and marriage and they just want the issues to raise money.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud the Republican Congress for getting an Obamacare repeal and a bill to defund Planned Parenthood to the president's desk. They also react to the Saudis starting to seek stronger ties with the Russians. And they discuss John McCain's suggestion that the eligibility of Ted Cruz deserves further scrutiny.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud the choice of South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley to give the Republican response to President Obama's final State of the Union address, but they also look at the charred wreckage of previous GOP rebuttals. They also sigh as North Korea alleges it conducted a hydrogen bomb test. And they react to Donald Trump suggesting Ted Cruz could have eligibility issues because he was born in Canada.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Saudi Arabia for standing up to Iran's attack on it's embassy by cutting off ties with the world's leading sponsor of terrorism. They also groan as President Obama readies more executive orders on gun control. And they discuss the exodus of more than 20 Ben Carson staffers at the end of 2015.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review close out their special year-in-review political awards by handing out the prestigious crystal martinis for person of the year and turncoat of the year. They also share their political New Year's resolutions.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review reveal their choices for most under-reported story, most over-reported story and the best story of 2015.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review hand out year-end political awards for best idea, worst idea and boldest tactic.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy Hillary Clinton's blatant lie about ISIS videos featuring Donald Trump because it reinforces her image as someone who will whenever it suits her. They also slam Secretary of State John Kerry for telling Iran the tougher new visa waiver rules won't really apply to Iran. And they wade into the Cruz-Rubio immigration debate and separate fact from fiction.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review welcome the exodus of Sen. Lindsey Graham from the 2016 Republican field. They also rip President Obama for saying that the American people need to remember that while ISIS can kill us, they can never bring down the nation. And as Obama identifies the frustrations driving support for Donald Trump, the president completely misses any responsibility he might have for those frustrations - especially as it relates to the economy.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review continue their 2015 political awards. Today they "honor" the worst scandal, the best political theater and the worst political theater.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review present the second installment of their 2015 year-end political awards. Today they discuss the political figure they were sorry to see pass away in 2015, their top rising political stars and who they see fading into oblivion.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review sigh as Congress easily approves the omnibus spending bill. They get a kick out of a top DHS official saying the No Fly List should not be used to ban people from buying guns. They also groan as former Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel confirms Obama had no ISIS plan and did not take the threat seriously. And they slam Donald Trump for getting cozy with Vladimir Putin and not seeming at all upset that he kills his political opponents.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see the federal government acknowledge that the Chattanooga attacks were terrorism inspired by foreign groups and that those killed and wounded were awarded Purple Hearts. They also cringe as the omnibus spending bill turns out to be a massive giveaway to Democrats. They scold Defense Secretary Ash Carter for using his private email for government business even as the Hillary Clinton scandal was exploding. And they hammer Bill O'Reilly for saying people want to hear people like Trump say they will go after our enemies, not hear pinhead comments from the likes of Rand Paul about whether things are constitutional.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer the CNN Republican presidential debate for good questions, serious discussions and enlightening exchanges. They yawn as Chris Christie tries to pretend the people don't care about a disagreement over the government's collection of our bulk data. And they have fun with Donald Trump's change of heart about whether Ted Cruz is a maniac and that he doesn't know what the nuclear triad is.
It's time to put on the tuxedos and hand out the crystal martinis. It's the start of our year-end political awards for 2015. Today Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty hand out their choices for most underrated, most overrated and most honest political figures.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Gen. Robert Abrams for ordering a general court martial for Bowe Bergdahl on charges of desertion and misbehavior before the enemy. They also groan as the Obama administration refuses to bomb ISIS propaganda centers due to the fear of civilian casualties. And they unload on a columnist for the UK Independent for suggesting the West establish diplomatic relations with ISIS to contain its aggression.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review fume at reports the Department of Homeland Security refused requests from immigration officials to screen the social media accounts of people seeking to enter the U.S. They also groan as the U.S. commits to massive carbon emission reductions while allowing placing no penalties for nations that don't comply. And they laugh as Donald Trump says Cruz should not be president because he doesn't have the right temperament and insults people in the Senate.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud the honesty of California Dem Loretta Sanchez, who admits between 5-20 percent of Muslims want a caliphate and to obliterate western norms. They also react to a new CBS poll showing Americans are evenly divided about establishing a federal database of all Muslims. And they unload on a liberal magazine's call for a complete gun ban, even for police.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy watching Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel feel the heat over allegations he covered up video of the police shooting of Laquan McDonald. They also groan as Republicans once again kick the can down the road on spending. And they rip Donald Trump for floating the possibility of an independent run if the GOP fails to treat him "fairly," despite a written pledge not to launch a third party bid.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Marco Rubio for slipping language into a recent spending bill that makes it much tougher for the government to bail out health insurers, which may provide an opportunity soon to change the system. They also discuss a newly released email suggesting the Pentagon did have a military response ready to deploy to the Benghazi attacks. And they shake their heads as Bernie Sanders ducks questions on ISIS.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review reject Donald Trump's call to stop all Muslim immigration into the U.S. They also applaud Nebraska Sen. Ben Sasse for properly explaining how to wage war against radical Muslims while also upholding constitutional freedoms for all Americans. And they're stunned that terrorist Syed Farook was able to acquire $28,500 just weeks prior to the terrorist attack.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review give Obama credit for finally admitting that Ft. Hood and Chattanooga were terrorist attacks and for saying Muslims have a responsibility to denounce radical ideology. They also sigh as Obama offers the same ineffective prescription for defeating ISIS and says we'll win because we're on the right side of history. And they groan as the father of terrorist Syed Farook says his son told him he agreed with the ISIS ideology of establishing a global caliphate.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer Senate Republicans for using reconciliation to pass repeals of major Obamacare provisions and taxpayer funding of Planned Parenthood. They also react to news that the female terrorist in San Bernardino pledged allegiance to ISIS just prior to the attack. And they shake their heads as Sen. Barbara Boxer claims California is proof that tighter gun laws work.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review note the liberal gun control narrative fell apart in San Bernardino fell apart as it became clear the shooters were operating an "IED factory" as well. They also sigh as Democrats renew their demands for gun control legislation that wouldn't have stopped this or any other mass shooting. And they unload on liberals for viciously mocking conservatives for saying they are praying for victims and their families and the San Bernardino community.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Hawaii Democratic Rep. Tulsi Gabbard for being a fearless voice against her own party on the issue of national security. They also rip United Health for just now realizing that Obamacare is a disaster for their bottom line. And they groan as Hillary uses little girls in an ad to pitch the need for a female president.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer Oklahoma Wesleyan University President Everett Piper for telling students to grow up and quit complaining every time they get their feelings hurt. They also groan as Russia and Turkey crank up the tensions instead of focusing on the actual enemy. And they point out the hypocrisy of world leaders dining at a posh French restaurant after telling the world we need to share the sacrifice in fighting climate change.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad to see some coverage returning to the issue of Hillary Clinton making decisions at the State Department that regularly favored huge donors to the Clinton Foundation. They also shake their heads at Pres. Obama after he suggests holding a summit on climate change is the best possible rebuke towards ISIS. And Jim unloads on liberal double standards over when political speech supposedly contributes to the motives of shooters and he also rails against the notion that we have to tone down the rhetoric in the hopes that crazy people might stop wanting to kill others.
Polls show Hillary Clinton losing head-to-head against several GOP candidates. Study shows 13% of Syrian refugees are ISIS sympathizers. The search continues for Salah Abdeslam and accomplices.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review celebrate Black Friday by each giving out three politically-themed gifts.
Greg Corombos and Jim Geraghty of National Review prepare for Thanksgiving by discussing three political things they're thankful for.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review sigh as FBI Director James Comey suggests the government can't do anything else to vet Syrian refugees. They hammer Hillary Clinton for saying Muslims have nothing to do with terrorism. And they rip Hillary Clinton and her campaign for threatening legal action against the Laugh Factory in Los Angeles if it didn't remove video of comedians mocking her when she visited the club last week.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like a new poll showing Hillary Clinton losing badly to all four top GOP candidates in Colorado. They also discuss multiple reports of Syrians fraudulently posing as refugees in an effort to reach the U.S. And they enjoy the demand of student protesters that Princeton scrub all references to former Pres. Woodrow Wilson.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud the French for rooting out terrorists in their country and for an aggressive bombing campaign in Syria. They also hammer Secretary of State John Kerry for saying the "rationale" for the ISIS attacks against Charlie Hebdo was easier to understand because it had published material offensive to Muslims. And Jim laments Bobby Jindal's withdrawal from the 2016 campaign and rips Republicans who turned on Jindal for actually cutting spending.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Democratic Sen. Dianne Feinstein for stating that ISIS is not contained, is growing significantly and needs to be destroyed. They also slam Pres. Obama for dismissing the ideas that American leadership and America winning are critical to defeating ISIS. And they react to new emails from Huma Abedin telling a colleague that Hillary Clinton is "often confused."
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review shudder at reports that ISIS communications have advanced to the point that intelligence efforts to infiltrate have "gone dark" thanks in part to the revelations from Edward Snowden. They also slam President Obama for moving full steam ahead with his plan to bring in tens of thousands of Syrian refugees. And they are glad to see University of Missouri police considering charges against the media professor who tried to stop the press from covering campus protests.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Neil Cavuto's dismantling of the free college arguments of the Million Student March. They also sigh as some Republicans are still trying to find a path for Mitt Romney to join the race and save the party from the likes of Donald Trump and Ben Carson. And they react to Donald Trump calling Iowans and other Americans "stupid" for believing Ben Carson's personal story.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss the FBI expanding its investigation into Hillary Clinton's emails to probe whether she or any aides made false statements, which is a felony. They also slam MSNBC's Chris Matthews for suggesting Ted Cruz and Marco Rubio aren't Hispanic and are actually Cuban nationals. And they unload on the University of Missouri protesters for claiming the first amendment right to free speech creates a hostile learning environment for them.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review applaud the clear, direct questions in Tuesday's debate and the substantive discussions that followed. They also cringe as Donald Trump has to be told China is not part of TPP and discuss how Trump and Ben Carson tend to get quiet as the discussions get more detailed. And they slam John Kasich for his belligerent personality and his liberal answers on everything from immigration to bank bailouts.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review cheer the decision from a federal appeals court ruling that Pres. Obama did not have the authority to take unilateral action on immigration last year. They also cringe as a Jeb Bush Super PAC targets Marco Rubio for being too pro-life. And they unload on the insanity at the University of Missouri.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review cheer Ben Carson for calling out the media 19s frothing pursuit of his record but also chide Carson for being sloppy with the facts on some key moments in his life. They also shudder as Hillary Clinton suggests she would use the military much like President Obama does but take some solace in knowing she is probably lying. And they slam Yale University for apologizing that students don 19t have enough 1csafe spaces. 1d
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review shudder as intelligence experts believe it's likely ISIS or some other terrorist group smuggled a bomb onto the doomed Russian airliner. They also scold Bernie Sanders for deciding now that Hillary's emails are an issue for concern. And they shake their heads at the massive protests of Donald Trump's appearance on Saturday Night Live.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer the election of a conservative governor in Kentucky, the GOP holding the Virginia Senate and voters rejecting liberal initiatives in Houston and Ohio. They also groan as TransCanada asks for its Keystone XL pipeline request to be to be postponed and they slam the Obama administration for its endless delay in deciding on the pipeline. And they unload on the Department of Education for forcing an Illinois high school to allow a male who "identifies" as a female to dress and shower with the girls on his team.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer MSNBC's Joe Scarborough for pointing out that every one of the top network television news positions is held by a liberal and has been for 50 years. They sigh as the Republican candidates turn frustration over the CNBC debates into a circus of endless demands. And they slam New York Times "conservative" columnist David Brooks for saying he will move to Canada if Trump wins.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are cautiously pleased with House Speaker Paul Ryan's vows to champion conservative solutions and stay away from immigration while Obama is in office. They also slam Bill Gates for suggesting we need to abandon the free market to address climate change. And they pay tribute to the late Sen. Fred Thompson.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer Marco Rubio for defending his description of Hillary Clinton as lying about Benghazi and eviscerating Charlie Rose's efforts to defend her. They're also worried that Pres. Obama is still not serious about wiping out ISIS with his very limited deployment of special forces to Syria. And they react to the women of "The View" referring to Carly Fiorina's smile as "demented" and a "Halloween mask."
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad to see a unified GOP conference as Paul Ryan is elected speaker and are optimistic in his potential as speaker. They also hammer CNBC for its horrible management of Wednesday's GOP debate and loved the rebuke from Ted Cruz. Jim calls out Ben Carson for lying about his connection to Mannetech. And, of course, we have a blimp reference.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud House Republicans for pursuing impeachment charges against IRS Commissioner John Koskinen. They also scold House Republicans for contributing to the resurrection of the Export-Import Bank. And they have no patience for the campaigns griping about their green rooms prior to the presidential debate at Colorado University.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review give credit to MSNBC's Mika Brzezinski for calling Hillary Clinton "pathetic" for playing the gender card against Bernie Sanders. They also question the choice of liberal John Harwood to moderate Wednesday's GOP debate on CNBC. And they shake their heads as MSNBC's Melissa Harris-Perry tells her guests to be wary of using the term "hard worker" because she somehow connects it to slavery and single moms.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review highlight the important messages for young men to grow up and embrace responsibility in Jim's new book, "Heavy Lifting." They also sigh as the Justice Department, to the surprise of no one, refuses to prosecute Lois Lerner over the IRS targeting of conservative groups. And they marvel at just how terrible Jeb Bush has been at running for president.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud the Republicans on the Benghazi committee for revealing key facts, including that Hillary knew right away that the video had nothing to do with the attack. They also scold some GOP members for using the hearing as a soapbox. And they slam Democrats for doing nothing but ripping Republicans and sucking up to Hillary.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Joel Gehrke of National Review react to Vice President Joe Biden's decision not to run for president in 2016 and enjoy the shots he fired at Hillary Clinton as he declined to join the campaign. They also shudder as Wikileaks hacks into CIA Director John Brennan's AOL account and publishes his personal information. And they discuss the latest twists and turns in the race for Speaker of the House that seem to be leading to the election of Paul Ryan.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Joel Gehrke of National Review discuss Paul Ryan's demands before running for speaker. They groan as President Obama vows to veto legislation designed to prevent defaulting on debt payments if the debt ceiling is not extended. And they slam the media for bending over backwards to distort the truth behind the latest Middle East violence.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy watching Democratic party leaders publicly feud. They also groan as China breaks its word and keeps up its hacking efforts against U.S. firms. And we react to Hillary Clinton's bizarre laughing fit in reaction to CNN's Jake Tapper mentioning her emails.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad to see the FBI being diligent about it's probe of Hillary Clinton's server despite political pressure to conclude there's nothing there. They also shudder as former Defense Secretary Robert Gates says Pres. Obama is paranoid about military leaders trying to force his hand. And they react the media abruptly ending its fawning over a Joe Biden candidacy after Hillary survives first debate.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review give credit to President Obama for postponing troop removal from Afghanistan as stability erodes there. They also slam Secretary of State John Kerry for suggesting a week of imam-inspired stabbings of Jews in Israel is a result of Israel building settlements on the West Bank. And they scratch their heads over Ben Carson's decision to put his campaign on hold for two weeks to promote his new book.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review give Jim Webb credit for being the only Democratic presidential candidate not completely living in a fantasy. They also call out Bernie Sanders and Martin O'Malley for not really wanting to win when they refused to confront Hillary Clinton over her email scandal. And they discuss the Democratic Party effectively choosing to embrace socialism.
They're both here! Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy reading how Hillary Clinton's closest supporters think she's a mediocre candidate who repeats the same mistakes and wasn't ready for the 2016 campaign. They also slam the Jeb Bush volunteer who confronted Donald Trump on Monday with left-wing talking points and note how Trump sullied a good response with another Twitter attack. And they unload on the U.S. official in Russia who responded to the Dutch conclusion that a Russian-made missile destroyed a commercial airliner last year by saying there was too much focus on assigning blame.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review are pleased to see Martin O'Malley become the first of Hillary Clinton's Democratic rivals to take some shots at her. They also cringe as an employee fired from the House Benghazi Committee claims the panel is bent on destroying Hillary Clinton. And they fume as Iran's sham court convicts Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian.
James Rosen of Fox News reports that parts of Iran trade deal violates U.S. federal law.
The Obama administration cancels program to train Syrian rebels in fight against ISIS.
Paul Ryan says no to Speaker of the House job.
Hosted by Rich Mcfadden of Radio America with analysis by Jim Geraghty of National Review Online.
News reports have emerged that the FBI and related intelligence agencies have recently thwarted at least four attempts to sell radioactive materials to terrorist groups in the Middle East.
According to Citizens United, staff members of the State Department emailed material to the Clinton Foundation regarding Rwanda and the Congo which was later found to be classified.
Hillary Clinton appears on NBC programming four times in three days.
Analysis by Rich Mcfadden of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review Online.
The publisher of the Roseburg Beacon tells Bill O'reilly that some Roseburg residents are not happy about president Obama's upcoming visit. Turkey is reporting that Russian aircraft have been locking onto its jets. Liberals ponder the moral implications of eating at Chick-fil-A.
Chad Benson of Radio America guest hosts this episode of the Three Martini Lunch with the help of Jim Geraghty of National Review.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are impressed with National Review's Charles C.W. Cooke for exposing liberals who demand we "do something" to stop mass shootings but don't actually have any ideas. They also sigh at another disappointing jobs report. And they have fun with the news that eight members of the Iranian women's soccer team were actually men.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review explain why Hillary Clinton is an an increasingly difficult position as more classified emails are released and why her "Unfrozen Caveman Lawyer" defense is politically unwise. We also rip House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy for suggesting the House Benghazi Committee was about damaging Hillary Clinton's poll numbers. And we marvel at the new movie that still claims Dan Rather was telling the truth about the George W. Bush national guard documents that are proven forgeries.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy watching liberals get a shock from reports that Pope Francis met with and supported embattled Kentucky clerk Kim Davis. They also slam the Obama administration for outsourcing Middle East policy to the Russians. And they have fun with the Trey Gowdy rumors, ranging from a movement to draft him into leadership to rumblings that he will retire.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review are encouraged by some of the conservative names being considered for House majority leader. They also shudder as Vladimir Putin swoops in as leader on the world stage as Obama retreats. And they shake their heads as Obama warns Iran that shouting "Death to America" doesn't create jobs.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy watching Hillary Clinton dig a deeper hole for herself over her email scandal as Democrats complain that the story is sucking all the oxygen out of the Democratic race. They also shake their heads as CNBC still hasn't set the criteria for GOP candidates to qualify for next month's debate. And they have fun with the news that Kanye West is very impressed by Ben Carson.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review discuss the sudden resignation of House Speaker John Boehner and his successes and failures during his time as GOP House leader. They also slam the eight Senate Republicans who refused to back a continuing resolution calling for an end to taxpayer funding of Planned Parenthood. And they unload on Democratic National Committee Chairwoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz for suggesting Marco Rubio was being insensitive to Jews by holding a fundraiser in the home of a Texas man who collects many historical artifacts, including some from Nazi Germany.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review react to reports that State Department employees are tired of Hillary Clinton blaming her email scandal on them. They also scratch their heads as liberal columnist Frank Rich says Republicans are supporting Ben Carson's comments in opposition to a Muslim president because they're racist and bigoted. And Donald Trump is now waging fights against Fox News, Club for Growth and National Review Editor Rich Lowry. Content of third martini includes terminology some may find uncomfortable but is unavoidable in covering the story.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review are pleased to learn the FBI expects to recover many of Hillary Clinton's deleted emails. They also sigh at reports that the few Syrian rebels who did actually get trained immediately surrendered and gave their weapons to Al Qaeda. And they rip Obama for his blatant hypocrisy and selective praise of Pope Francis.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review split Scott Walker's departure from the 2016 race into three martinis. They're glad Wisconsin will keep a great governor, that Walker had the courage to realize it wasn't going to happen and that he appears to be a man who doesn't feel like he needs to be president. They also shake their heads that Walker fell victim to a GOP voter mentality that any politician, even an accomplished conservative, is unacceptable this year. And they scratch their heads over Walker's call for lots of other candidates to drop out so conservatives can rally around one person to defeat Trump - four months before the first votes are cast.
Before getting to the martinis, Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss the tragic death of Jake Brewer, husband of conservative commentator and author Mary Katherine Ham. Later, they applaud House Republicans for advancing legislation to defund Planned Parenthood and impose criminal penalties on medical personnel who refuse to help babies who survive attempted abortions. They also unload on the U.S. military for ordering service members not to report or intervene as Afghan police officials regularly rape boys - and severely punish those who do. And we discuss the stunning collapse of support for Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker's 2016 campaign.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review love that Hillary Clinton also struggles mightily to name a single accomplishment as secretary of state. They also shake their heads as the Obama administration says the failure to train moderate Syrians isn't Obama's fault because he never liked the plan in the first place. And they laugh as a key figure on the Nobel committee says giving the 2009 peace prize to Obama was a mistake.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review shake their heads at CNN holding a three-hour debate and barely using two of the questioners. They also rip John Kasich for being critical of Planned Parenthood funding and the Iran deal but making it clear he wouldn't do much to stop it. And they applaud several candidates for making strong conservative points.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad to see another debate and are hopeful some actual issues can be discussed. They also discuss whether the fierce disagreement among GOP voters can heal once the nominee is decided. And they debate whether a "dislike" button would be good or bad for political discourse.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Liberty University students and leaders for being respectful hosts to Sen. Bernie Sanders and showing how people can disagree maturely. They also shake their heads as Pres. Obama invites pro-abortion and pro-LGBT activists to greet Pope Francis next week. And they sigh as New Jersey Rep. Frank Pallone targets the scourge of fantasy football.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review marvel at Bernie Sanders opening up huge leads over Hillary Clinton in Iowa and New Hampshire. They groan as Russia gets more involved in the Syrian civil war - and the Iranians. And they laugh as British Labor Party leader Jeremy Corbyn unveils his shadow cabinet.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review welcome the news that Baltimore Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake will not seek re-election. They also cringe as the Pentagon admits mishandling plague samples. And they decipher Al Qaeda's declaration of war against ISIS, leading into reflections on the anniversaries of the 9/11 attacks and Benghazi.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss the emerging details of the embezzlement investigation against Huma Abedin and laugh as she throws husband Anthony Weiner under the bus. They also fume over reports that senior government officials are doctoring intelligence reports to make the fight against ISIS seem like it's going better than it is. And they slam Donald Trump for taking boorish cheap shots over Carly Fiorina's face and Ben Carson's medical careers.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer two GOP senators for planning to offer immunity to Hillary Clinton IT expert Bryan Pagliano. They also rip Republicans for failing miserably to stop the Iran nuclear deal. They shake their heads as the newly spontaneous Hillary Clinton offers a focus group-tested apology for the email scandal. And they pay tribute to the man most responsible for helping Queen Elizabeth II setting the record for the longest reign in British history.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review welcome news that cooler temps and other factors are leading to quieter hurricane seasons. They groan as Colin Powell backs the Iran deal and Sen. Joe Manchin opposes it now that it doesn't matter anymore. And they rip Donald Trump for saying his high school years at a military-like high school gives him more military experience than some who have actually served in the military.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review believe the Hillary Clinton email server story will be around much longer now that her former staffer plans to invoke his fifth amendment rights against self-incrimination. They're stunned that a federal judge threw a county clerk in jail for refusing to issue any marriage licenses based on her Christian beliefs, although they acknowledge the fierce debate within the GOP over the clerk's rights and actions. And they react to the on-air dust-up between Donald Trump and Hugh Hewitt over whether expecting Trump to know the leaders of major terrorist organizations constituted a gotcha question.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review grumble over four lousy martinis, including Gwen Ifill taunting a tweet at Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after Pres. Obama secured the votes to save the Iran deal. They also groan as the VA scandal only gets worse. They assess the growing Syrian refugee crisis in eastern Europe, and they weigh in on a federal judge lifting the four-game suspension for New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty applaud CNN for tweaking the rules to allow Carly Fiorina into the main debate in two weeks, since she clearly stands in the top ten right now. They also groan as 34 Senate Democrats assure the Iran deal will be enacted and they slam the Senate GOP for allowing it to happen. And they rip reports of school officials allegedly sending a girl home with a note forbidding her to continue using a Wonder Woman lunchbox because it has violent imagery.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review react to a body language expert concluding Hillary Clinton is "discombobulated" over her email scandal. We also scream as Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell refuses to push for a defunding of Planned Parenthood because Pres. Obama wouldn't sign it. And we're stunned as David Petraeus suggests teaming up with Al Qaeda to push back against ISIS.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer new polls showing Hillary slipping in Iowa and the public hating the Iran deal. They also cringe as ISIS proves to be growing rapidly and the U.S. effort to stops it fizzles. And they scold the president for once again stepping over Congress to unilaterally change the name of Mt. McKinley to Denali.
The Clinton campaign takes aim at Joe Biden. Have the opponents to the Iran deal been defeated? Bill Clinton invited to speak in North Korea.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like that voters overwhelmingly see Hillary Clinton as a liar and they have a lot of fun with the adjectives used for her, Jeb Bush and Donald Trump. If you've never heard Jim sing the negative adjectives of presidential candidates, here's your chance!
They also scold people of all political persuasions for trying to assign blame for the Roanoke TV murders to a specific issue or cause rather than the killer. And they shake their heads as CNN's debate qualification format appears ready to leave Carly Fiorina off the next debate stage despite her improvement in recent polls.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Donald Trump for maintaining order at his press conference as Fusion's Jorge Ramos refused to wait for his turn to ask questions. They also express disappointment in Ted Cruz as he blatantly ducks Megyn Kelly's question on how he would enforce a repeal of birthright citizenship. And they laugh as Hillary Clinton confidant and Anthony Weiner spouse Huma Abedin accuses Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley of damaging her reputation.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review look forward to the increasing possibility of a Hillary vs. Biden brawl for the 2016 nomination. They also sigh as Donald Trump resumes his Twitter offensive against Megyn Kelly. And they shake their heads at Scott Walker's lackluster, waffling performance on the campaign trail.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer the three American heroes who thwarted a terrorist attack on a European train. They also groan as the economic mess in China triggers a Wall Street sell-off. And they react to the mystery figure leaving raw meat at a North Carolina playground.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review cheer Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal for greeting pro-choice protesters at the governor's mansion with giant video screens playing the undercover Planned Parenthood videos continuously and applaud Utah Rep. Mia Love for saying the Planned Parenthood debate is not about right vs. left but about right vs. wrong. They also groan as the media tries to distract from the immigration debate by declaring the term "anchor baby" to be offensive. And they discuss some of the most ridiculous politically correct policies on campus, including the University of California's ban on phrases like "America is the land of opportunity" and "I believe the most qualified person should get the job" because some might see those statements as racist.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review welcome terrible poll numbers on favorability and trustworthiness for Hillary Clinton in three critical states. They also throw up their hands at revelations that Iran will be permitted to conduct its own inspections of a site suspected of developing nuclear weapons. And they react to the latest case of a prominent black activist proven to be white.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy Hillary Clinton's pathetic attempt to defend her actions involving her private email server and her handling of classified information. They also shudder as the latest video exposing Planned Parenthood includes testimony of technicians slicing open the face of a baby with a beating heart to take out the brain for research. They react to Hillary's very awkward interaction with Black Lives Matter. And they salute Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker James Harrison for returning his kids' participation trophies and demanding they earn awards.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see Watergate reporter Bob Woodward compare Hillary Clinton's efforts to conceal her emails to the Nixon tapes. They also slam Ann Coulter for saying she loves Donald Trump's immigration plan so much, that he could perform abortions in the White House and she wouldn't care. And they have fun with the Sanders campaign apologizing to Black Lives Matter and then the candidate saying he never apologized.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy watching the Democrats panic over Hillary Clinton's problems and having no one but Joe Biden and Al Gore to look to for help. They also cringe as both ISIS and Syria reportedly use chemical weapons to attack their enemies. And CNN's Chris Cuomo follows up a story about the rampant raping of non-Muslims by ISIS fighters by worrying about whether it negatively "feeds an impression".
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see even the mainstream news media hammering Hillary Clinton for her conduct related to her emails and the pathetic defenses offered by her campaign. They also slam billionaire environmental activist Tom Steyer for spearheading numerous initiatives to tax consumers and energy companies and now wondering why gas prices are so high in California. And they react to Jesse Ventura wondering whether he could be Donald Trump's running mate.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad to see the FBI forcing Hillary Clinton to hand over her private email server after two of just 40 emails reviewed are found to contain top secret information. They also groan as Arizona Sen. Jeff Flake considers backing the Iran nuclear deal. And they rip apart Newsweek magazine for suggesting the POW/MIA flag is a symbol of racist hate.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review react to Nancy Reagan inviting every GOP candidate to the next debate, except Jim Gilmore. We also discuss Rick Perry having to suspend payment to his staffers. And we wonder what it takes to get fired from the White House when a special assistant to the president is facing charges for shooting at her boyfriend and the administration only places her on unpaid leave.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review dive into the GOP mess as Trump supporters stand firm with their candidate in the wake of the Megyn Kelly controversy and GOP leaders seem eager to dismiss conservative critics along with Trump. They also react to the Black Lives Matter movement hijacking a Bernie Sanders rally in Seattle. And they discuss news that Hillary Clinton aides Cheryl Mills and Huma Abedin are not complying with a judge's orders to turn over emails.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased that most Republican candidates performed well in a debate that easily drew the highest primary debate ratings ever, they cheer Carly Fiorina's performance in the early debate and they quickly go through the performances of many of the candidates. They also wonder why Pataki, Gilmore and Graham are running for president and Jim suggests an intervention for a gloomy Sen. Graham. And we discuss the tough questions aimed at Donald Trump and his slamming of Fox News after the debate.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad Jon Stewart's final show will be overshadowed by the GOP debates and they're just glad he's going away. They also slam President Obama for saying Republicans have common cause with Iranian hardliners because they both oppose the nuclear deal. And they sigh as Mitch McConnell promises there will be no government shutdown this fall, thus handing a major tactical advantage to the Obama administration.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see an FBI investigation into Hillary Clinton's private email server. We also shake our heads as more Democrats line up in support of the Iran nuclear deal. And we enjoy the liberal food fight that ensured after Kelly Osbourne suggested that Latinos are here illegally and all they do is clean toilets. We also have some fun stereotyping our own nationalities.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review welcome new poll numbers showing women turning sour on the idea of a Hillary Clinton presidency. They also groan as the Senate fails to advance legislation to stop taxpayer funding of Planned Parenthood. And they shake their heads as two illegal immigrants are appointed to the city commission in Huntington Park, California.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer a Quinnipiac poll showing Americans oppose the Iran nuclear deal by a 2-1 margin. They also slam Obama for unilaterally imposing major emissions restrictions on power plants. And they react to the Marist Poll removing itself from the calculation of which Republican candidates make it to the debate stage.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review hail the progress of a new Ebola vaccine. They also cringe as the intelligence community braces for a huge amount of classified material exposed through Hillary Clinton's private server. And John Kerry admits the Iran deal is not being submitted as a treaty because he knows it would never pass.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review shake their heads as America flips out over the death of a lion but yawns at the butchery of Planned Parenthood. They also discuss former Virginia Gov. Jim Gilmore becoming the 17th Republican presidential hopeful. And they slam Hillary Clinton for saying she won't take a position on the Keystone pipeline until she gets in the White House.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review welcome the possibility that Taliban leader Mullah Omar may be dead. They also slam Secretary of State John Kerry for refusing to say the Obama administration would honor existing law if Congress rejects the Iran nuclear deal. And they slam many media outlets for refusing to cover the Planned Parenthood videos because Planned Parenthood asked them not to.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer a new CNN poll showing Americans opposed to the Iran nuclear deal but they wonder if it's enough to pressure enough votes against the plan in Congress. They also express disgust at the Senate leadership's inability to advance any meaningful conservative goals in it's first six months in control. And they relish learning that Jon Stewart has been nothing more than a tool of the Obama White House public relations team.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Rich McFadden of Radio America in for Greg Corombos applaud Meet the Press host, Chuck Todd for the way he describes the Clinton campaign ratings. They also question Huckabee's comparison of the Iran deal to the Holocaust. Finally, they laugh about Hillary's attempt to reach the young Americans in New Hampshire.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review cheer Carly Fiorina for her strong denunciation of Hillary Clinton's extreme position on abortion and the practices of Planned Parenthood. They also slam the Obama administration for trying to hide at least two aspects of the Iran nuclear deal from Congress. And we rip the network news for airing frivolous stories while ignoring the testimony of Kate Steinle's father on the issue of sanctuary cities.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review welcome the latest video from the Center for Medical Progress that exposes the callous nature of the abortion industry, this time featuring a haggling session over aborted baby parts and an admission that Planned Parenthood sometimes violates its promises to women to harvest intact baby organs. They also slam the Obama administration's plan to target the second amendment rights of Social Security recipients if they are unable to manage their own affairs. And they shake their heads as Martin O'Malley is forced to apologize for telling liberal activists that "all lives matter".
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review applaud Scott Walker for signing a 20-week abortion ban in Wisconsin and for his deft handling of the illegal immigration question in Iowa. They also groan as two of President Obama's most disastrous policies come front and center today, as the UN Security Council approves the Iran deal and the U.S. restores full diplomatic relations with Cuba. And they react with disgust as the GOP is temporarily stuck choosing sides between the personally insulting Donald Trump and conservative-bashing John McCain.
With National Review personnel cleared out for the Alaskan cruise, Greg Corombos of Radio America holds down the fort by himself today. He details Arizona State Sen. Kelli Ward challenging Sen. John McCain in next year's GOP primary. He also expresses conservative frustration over Pres. Obama referring to the Chattanooga terrorist attacks as a "heartbreaking circumstance". And he assesses Planned Parenthood's lame apology over the "tone" of the doctor who casually described crushing unborn babies to harvest their organs.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer a new AP poll showing voters are souring big time on Hillary Clinton. They also discuss President Obama bristling at CBS reporter Major Garrett for asking why there wasn't a bigger push to bring home Americans held in Iran. And they celebrate the Wisconsin Supreme Court forcefully putting an end to the baseless liberal accusations alleging collusion against Scott Walker and outside groups.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review blast the Obama administration for failing to include anytime/anywhere inspections in the Iran deal. They also shudder at the undercover video showing a Planned Parenthood official enjoying lunch while explaining how she aborts babies carefully so the organs can be sold. And they're disgusted as Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson suggests he doesn't know who the Steinle family is or whether the administration has contacted them.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review break down the worst aspects of the Iran nuclear deal. They rip the Obama administration for allowing the nuclear program to persist and agreeing to scrap any surprise inspections. They slam congressional Republicans for tying their own hands and making it very likely any legislation to to block the deal is successfully vetoed by Obama. And they scold Obama for stating the deal prevents a Middle East arms race when everyone else in the region says it will start one.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review welcome Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker to the 2016 campaign. They also groan as the friction between Donald Trump supporters and the rest of the GOP hits a fevered pitch. And they laugh as Hillary Clinton includes Uber and Airbnb among the reasons for stagnant wages.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Rick Perry, Rep. Duncan Hunter and Sen. Tom Cotton for pushing for sanctuary cities to lose federal dollars for their refusal to enforce immigration laws. They also discuss the OPM hack compromising the personal information of 22 million people. And Jim makes a devastating case against the candidacy of Donald Trump.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer the entrance of Democratic Rep. Alan Grayson into the Florida U.S. Senate race because he would be easier for Republicans to beat. They also groan as the Obama administration revives so-called "death panels." And they slam the DC City Council for wanting to permit non-citizens to vote.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy watching Hillary Clinton and other prominent Democrats distance themselves from the idea of sanctuary cities for illegal immigrants. They also groan as the United States sets a third deadline to finish an increasingly bad deal over the Iranian nuclear program. And they slam Mrs. Clinton for saying that "dissing" the government is really "dissing" ourselves and our democracy.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged that Rep. Joe Heck could win the Nevada senate seat held by the retiring Harry Reid. They also groan as the Republican presidential debate is consumed by Donald Trump's immigration comments, both over Trump's cartoonish behavior and his rivals refusing to address border security and immigration policy. And they slam President Obama for saying the fight against ISIS will last a long time and will not be won with guns but with ideas.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America are relieved by the lack of terrorist attacks on the Fourth of July. They wonder what's next after Greece rejects the latest debt offer. And they are discouraged by Hillary's roping off of the press during a Fourth of July parade in New Hampshire.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged by the news that Vice President Biden is likely to launch a 2016 White House bid and make life even tougher for Hillary. We also cringe at revelations the Obama administration never even bothered to debrief the man released by Cuba last year. And we lash out at the left's crackdown on the Dukes, Trump and it's efforts to banish and punish anything it disagrees with.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America praise the idea of a judicial retention election reform. They also question Chelsea Clinton's high standing in society. Finally they reflect on the legitimacy of Gov. Chris Christie's presidential bid.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America are enjoying the recent rise of Bernie Sanders as a challenger to Hillary Clinton. They also grind their teeth over the US' willingness to give up inspections in the Iranian nuclear deal. Lastly they examine Greece's disastrous economic state.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss the Supreme Court ruling on gay marriage.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Rich McFadden of Radio America breathe a sigh of relief over former Sen. Kay Hagan's decision to not run in 2016. They discover the Supreme court votes to keep the Obamacare subsidies. And finally, they laugh at the thought of banning "Gone with the Wind".
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Rich McFadden of Radio America breathe a sigh of relief over former Sen. Kay Hagan's decision to not run in 2016. They discover the Supreme court votes to keep the Obamacare subsidies. And finally, they laugh at the thought of banning "Gone with the Wind".
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Patrick Brennan of National Review welcome Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal to the huge GOP presidential field but Patrick offers some constructive criticism. They also discuss whether the push to remove the Confederate flag will end up rewriting American history. And they happily react to a Huffington Post writer vowing not to have children so she won't propagate her white privilege.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review applaud South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley for her handling of the Confederate flag debate. They also grind their teeth as House Republican leaders punish conservative members for not voting their way on key votes. And they dismiss the Associated Press explanation that they intended no disrespect by publishing photos of Ted Cruz with a gun pointed at his head.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of Radio America are glad to see Brian Williams will not return as anchor of NBC Nightly News after a pattern of dishonest reporting. They also shudder at the horrific murders of nine people at a church in Charleston, South Carolina. And they roll their eyes as the Treasury Department announces a woman will appear on the ten dollar bill within five years.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review are encouraged by new polls showing Americans don't believe Hillary Clinton cares about them and that Bernie Sanders is very competitive against Clinton in New Hampshire. They also unpack the absurdity of the Donald Trump presidential announcement. And they discuss the latest nonsense coming from former NAACP official Rachel Dolezal.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss the good, bad and crazy aspects of a Donald Trump presidential bid. We discuss his business success, his ability to attract too much of the media attention of the campaign. And we cringe at the thought of the personal insults Trump will lob at any candidate who dares to criticize him.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review appreciate Hillary Clinton admitting she is not about unifying the nation but about rewarding her friends at the expense of Americans she doesn't like. They also cringe as the information of 14 million current and former federal workers is hacked, most likely by the Chinese. And they have fun with Jeb Bush's new exclamation point in his campaign logo.
Rich McFadden of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review approved of Hillary Clinton's low ratings in new Ohio polls. They reviewed the hacking at the Office of Personnel Management scandal, and they laughed about CNN and Fox News' decision to have a secondary debate for candidates not eligible for the prime time debate.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer the U.S. bombing of an ISIS command and control center after an ISIS "moron" posted a selfie in front of it. They also groan as the worst hacking yet exposes data of millions of federal workers and others. And they get a kick out of the New York Times being horrified by Marco Rubio getting four traffic tickets in 18 years.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss Rick Perry's entry into the 2016 presidential race and his strong economic record as governor of Texas. They scoffed at Lincoln Chafee for his idea of relieving tensions in the Middle East by sitting down and talking to ISIS. Finally, they laughed at Chafee's proposal to switch the nation to the Metric system in hopes of improving the economy.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review appreciate the new CNN/ORC poll showing that Americans now view former President George W. Bush more favorably than President Barack Obama. They scold both Senator Rand Paul and Representative Pete King for their childish, over-the-top criticisms of each other during the NSA debate. They also slam liberals for jumping to conclusions after Boston police shot and killed a Muslim man that was plotting to kill and behead police.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss the movement to get Elizabeth Warren to run for president closing down. We groan about Iran's increase in nuclear fuel despite the Obama administration's promise that the program had been frozen. Finally, we mock the TSA's 95 percent failure rate in detecting explosives.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud CNN's John King for saying the constant Clinton Foundation revelations give people the "creeps." They also explain why Martin O'Malley should be given no serious consideration for president. And they scold "conservative" New York Times columnist David Brooks for suggesting that President Obama has had a scandal-free administration.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy watching the AFL-CIO threaten not to endorse Hillary Clinton if she doesn't side with them on trade issues. They also sigh as the economy officially contracted in the first quarter. And they discuss the stunning and possibly horrific charges against former House Speaker Dennis Hastert.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss Rick Santorum's 2016 White House bid and George Pataki's entry into the race. They also slam Rand Paul for suggesting that hawkish Republicans are responsible for the rise and growth of ISIS. And they have fun with Hillary Clinton's contrived southern accent.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer a federal appeals court for ruling against President Obama's unilateral amnesty. We also slam Hillary Clinton after new reports that the State Department approved billions of dollars worth of arms sales to nations that donated to the Clinton Foundation. And we have fun with Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders saying it's terrible that there are 23 different types of underarm spray deodorants while kids are hungry.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad to see federal prosecutors holding General Motors accountable for the deaths caused by faulty ignition switches. They also slam President Obama for saying Iran's intense anti-semitism is no reason for him to reconsider a nuclear deal. And they scold Obama for saying the Afghan war is over.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review are encouraged by a National Journal piece saying Democrats have big trouble coming because they have very few promising candidates now and in the years to come. And they discuss the Boy Scouts' capitulation to progressive culture by banning water pistols and allowing gay scout leaders.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer much of Rand Paul's call for greater fourth amendment protections and faster issuing of warrants to balance security and liberty. They're also critical of CNN and Fox News for making plans to limit the number of GOP candidates on stage in early debates. And they roll their eyes at the Florida congressman complaining that lawmakers cannot make it on $174,000 per year.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review thoroughly enjoying learning Iowa Democrats can't name a single accomplishment of Hillary Clinton as Secretary of State. They also discuss momentum for ISIS in Iraq, Syria and Libya. And they worry that Americans are resigned to a crummy economy as a new survey shows a huge majority of parents and students anticipate parents financially supporting their kids for years after they graduate college.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer the likely presidential run of Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal. They also groan as former Clinton White House attack dog Sidney Blumenthal is revealed to have passed along Libyan "intelligence" to Hillary Clinton that he got from Libyan businessmen trying to land contracts with the Libyan government.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see former ABC anchor Carole Simpson say George Stephanopoulos was never a journalist and acted wrongly in his coverage of the Clinton Foundation scandal. They also cringe as ISIS takes Ramadi. And they discuss the bizarre biker gang massacre in Texas.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review cheer House Speaker John Boehner for shooting down Democratic talking points on Amtrak funding as a stupid question. They're also stunned at how poorly Jeb Bush was prepared for basic questions about the Iraq War. And they rip the liberal media for lionizing the liberal college student who told Jeb Bush that his brother created ISIS.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad to see ABC's George Stephanopoulos admit he donated $50,000 to the Clinton Foundation and that it damages his credibility as a supposed journalist. They also cringe as Democrat Russ Feingold starts with a big lead over Wisconsin GOP Sen. Ron Johnson. And they slam Democrats for immediately blaming the Amtrak derailment on proposed Republican cuts to the Amtrak budget.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review munch on popcorn as they watch President Obama and Senate Democrats pound each other over trade. They also slam President Obama for slamming Fox News and saying we need to change how the media report on issues like poverty. And they react to reports that North Korean dictator Kim Jong-Un executed his defense minister for sleeping at an event and had him killed with an anti-aircraft gun.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer a Harper poll showing Pennsylvania Sen. Pat Toomey in very good shape at the start of his re-election campaign. They also sigh as Jeb Bush says he would undo Obama's immigration action and then ask Congress to enact it. And we consider why a Rand Paul staffer licked the camera of an opposition researcher in New Hampshire.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review relish the public spat between Pres. Obama and Sen. Elizabeth Warren over the Trans-Pacific Partnership. They also wince as Ben Carson proposes ending tax breaks for the oil industry to boost more ethanol in Iowa. And they rip Mark Halperin for his demeaning questions to Texas Sen. Ted Cruz about his Cuban heritage.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad to see evidence that Elizabeth Warren may still be thinking about a 2016 White House bid that could set up a bruising Democratic primary. They also wonder why Hillary Clinton's numbers are on the rise after three months of relentless bad news. And they react to Bill Clinton's shameless defense of the Clinton Foundation.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review welcome Mike Huckabee to the 2016 presidential race. They also groan as President Obama pontificates on the problems in Baltimore. And they cringe as Fox News reports a police shooting in Baltimore only to admit it got the story wrong.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud the media for staying on the Clinton Foundation scandal and digging up even more damaging information. They also rip the Obama administration for refusing even to condemn the Iranian seizure of a cargo ship from the Marshall Islands, which we are sworn to defend. And they slam MSNBC's Alex Wagner for saying President Obama is half white while discussing his use of the word "thug" and for trying to restrict free speech.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are cautiously cheering a better night in Baltimore, even as Geraldo makes a fool out of himself. Jim unloads on President Obama for suggesting all of us have to do some soul-searching after the riots in Baltimore. And we have fun with the news Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders, an avowed socialist, will run for president as a Democrat.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss the latest on the Baltimore riots. They comment on the governor having to wait a long time for the mayor's request to send in the National Guard. They also shake their heads as Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Burke says the media mischaracterized her comments about leaving space for people to destroy. And they defend the media against criticism from the Baltimore city council president that too much attention has been focused on the bad news related to the riots.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review are pleased to see a charity watchdog group declare that the Clinton Foundation spends only nine percent of its income on aid. They also rip the mayor of Baltimore for saying she instructed police to give rioters "space to destroy". And they unload on Hillary Clinton for saying religious beliefs have to change to improve abortion access.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see liberals grow weary of defending Hillary Clinton. They fume as the State Department refuses to say whether Iran will reap an additional $50 billion if they sign the nuclear deal in June. And they have fun with MSNBC's Ed Schultz unloading on President Obama over free trade.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy learning that the Clinton Foundation is now refiling years worth of taxes after initially claiming no donations from foreign governments while Hillary was Secretary of State. They also shudder as a new book details how the U.S. struck a major uranium deal with Russia after a key player donated $2.35 million to the Clinton Foundation. And we discuss how Clinton Foundation donors ended up as frequent nominees and winners of State Department awards.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Democratic pundit Kirsten Powers for criticizing President Obama's public indifference to the ongoing slaughter of Christians. They also discuss how the co-founder of Earth Day later murdered and composted his girlfriend. And they have some fun with Donald Trump's Twitter attack on National Review's Jonah Goldberg and the Weekly Standard's Stephen Hayes.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review anticipate a new book alleging foreign donations to the Clinton Foundation influenced U.S. policy while Hillary was Secretary of State. They also cringe as ISIS beheads 30 more Christians and 900 people drown in the sea trying to flea terrorist-infested Libya. And they try to figure out why George Pataki and Lindsey Graham are moving forward with presidential campaigns when there appears to be no clamoring for them to run.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy watching Hillary Clinton get caught in another lie - this time it's her assertion that all of her grandparents were immigrants. They also scold Jeb Bush for urging Senate Republicans to confirm Loretta Lynch as attorney general. And they're stunned by MSNBC's Mika Brzezinski and her deep confusion over the difference between Star Wars and Star Trek.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are thrilled to see the Clinton campaign exposed for carefully choosing, screening and transporting the everyday Americans Hillary just happens to meet in Iowa. They also unload on the government for allowing the gyrocopter to fly to the Capitol unimpeded and on the media for largely ignoring the guy's liberal motivation. And they debate whether Hillary Clinton should have tipped at the Ohio Chipotle.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad to see Congress will get a vote on any Iran nuclear deal but it's still a far cry from the power it should have. They also groan as President Obama moves to remove Cuba from the list of terrorism-sponsoring nations. And they slam Hillary Clinton for saying she wants "unaccountable money" out of politics while she's busy raising a campaign war chest of $2.5 billion and accepted donations from foreign governments at the Clinton Foundation while she was Secretary of State.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer Marco Rubio for framing the 2016 campaign as one between the future and the past. They also fume over Russia agreeing to provide missile defense to Iran. And they try to figure our the point of Hillary Clinton's road trip.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Andrew Johnson of National Review are eager to see how Florida Sen. Marco Rubio impacts the GOP presidential race. The groan as Hillary Clinton launches her 2016 campaign by pretending to care about the middle class. And they react to Democrats thinking the Rubio campaign begins and ends with his water grab during his State of the Union response.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review discuss how Iran's characterizing the Obama administration as "lying" and "devilish" could make a nuclear agreement more difficult. They also groan as Hillary Clinton's 2016 announcement looks to be another safe, crafted message that keep real people and real questions far away. And they shake their heads as progressives serve as cheerleaders for every alternative lifestyle but seek to prevent anyone looking to leave that identity.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review generally welcome the 2016 candidacy of Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul. We also shudder as we learn the Russians hacked President Obama's private schedule through the State Department. And they shake their heads as some women suggest referring to Hillary Clinton only as 'Hillary' is sexist.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleasantly surprised to see a a big early lead for Pennsylvania Sen. Pat Toomey in his bid for re-election. We also discuss why Ohio's Rob Portman is down nine points early in his bid for re-election. And we discuss Arizona Sen. John McCain's decision to run for a sixth term.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleasantly surprised to see former presidential hopeful Gary Hart criticizing the Clinton campaign and suggesting Democrats need new leaders. They unload on Rolling Stone after the magazine decided to take no action in the wake of the debunked University of Virginia rape story. And they scratch their heads over Jeb Bush's 2009 voting document, on which he identified himself as an Hispanic.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review are glad to see officials in Washington, D.C., giving up on their attempts to ban concealed carry. They also shudder as Islamic radicals in El Shabab massacre scores of Kenyan Christians. And they unload on the intolerant media and gay activists for persecuting the Christian owners of an Indiana pizza parlor.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review are pleasantly surprised to see Howard Dean urging the Obama administration to walk away from the table with Iran. They also rip IRS Commissioner John Koskinen for saying horrible IRS customer service is because they don't get enough money. And they marvel at liberals unloading on incoming "Daily Show" host Trevor Noah.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review enjoy reports that Hillary Clinton used multiple devices to send work messages, blowing a major hole in her story. They also unload on Harry Reid after he excused lying about Mitt Romney taxes on the Senate floor by saying, "Romney didn't win, did he." And they sigh as a huge majority of Americans favor a nuclear deal with Iran even though they have very little confidence it will do any good.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review look forward to Carly Fiorina entering the 2016 race and relentlessly targeting Hillary Clinton. They also react to news that Hillary Clinton's server has been wiped clean and Congress will be getting no additional emails. And they shake their heads as liberals lose their minds over Indiana's legislation preserving religious freedom for everyone, including business owners.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review celebrate the retirement announcement of Harry Reid. They also shake their heads as the Obama administration caves in nuclear talks with Iran. And we discuss California Rep. Barbara Lee's argument that climate change will lead to women becoming prostitutes to get food.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud the Army for filing serious charges against Bowe Bergdahl despite the administration's insistence that swapping him for five Taliban figures was the right thing to do. They also react to news the co-pilot deliberately crashed the airliner in the Alps. And they rip the HRC Super Volunteers for giving the New York Times a long list of words it considers coded sexism in any criticism of Hillary Clinton.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud the Supreme Court for refusing to hear an appeal of Wisconsin's voter ID law, scoring a win for election integrity and handing another loss to opponents of Scott Walker. They also groan as Israeli intelligence briefs Congress about the U.S.-Iran nuclear talks and the Obama administration is far more upset that Congress knows what's going on than that Israel was spying on the meetings. And they react to the police finishing a months-long investigation into the Rolling Stone rape allegation at the University of Virginia and concluding there is no evidence that it ever happened.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty applaud Ted Cruz for dispensing with the usual song and dance and just announcing he is running for president. They react to news that Hillary Clinton often communicated with top State Department officials through their private emails as well. And we scratch our heads as President Obama accuses Benjamin Netanyahu of winning through divisive politics.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer Kentucky Coach John Calipari for reminding his players that college basketball is not communism and they need to perform if they want to play. They also cringe as President Obama touts mandatory voting. And they shake their heads as Hillary Clinton calls for fun camps for adults.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are impressed by the number of Democrats who seem truly bothered by the Hillary Clinton email scandal. They scold the Obama administration for its petulant reaction to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Likud Party winning Tuesday's elections in Israel. And they have fun with the odd reality that Dick Cheney did an interview for Playboy.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review breathe a major sigh of relief as Benjamin Netanyahu easily survives a tough election in Israel. They also cheer the resignation of Illinois Rep. Aaron Schock while lamenting the wasted potential he brought to Washington. And Jim unleashes an epic rant against the Iowa caucuses and slams Scott Walker for forcing an aide to resign over Iowa bashing.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review react to news that Seattle restaurants are closing and low-skilled workers are losing jobs as the city mandates a $15 minimum wage. They also fear Benjamin Netanyahu may be getting desperate as he vows to oppose a Palestinian state just one day before critical elections. And they have fun with the news that Mitt Romney will fight former heavyweight champ Evander Holyfield for charity.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see Democrats demanding that Congress review any nuclear deal with Iran. They also groan as another shady Clinton Foundation donation emerges - this time from a Chinese politician. And they discuss the flurry of rumors surrounding Vladimir Putin's public absence for more than a week.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are enjoying the increasing public sniping of Obama administration officials towards Hillary Clinton. They also shake their heads as the State Department is unable to confirm whether Hillary Clinton signed standard forms declaring she turned over all relevant material when she left office. And they react to the latest Secret Service embarrassment.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review credit mainstream National Journal columnist Ron Fournier for holding Hillary Clinton to account on her email and fundraising controversies. They also groan as two police officers are shot in Ferguson during protests in response to the resignation of the Ferguson police chief. And Sen. Lindsey Graham says he would use the military to force Congress to work until sequestration cuts are lifted on defense and intelligence spending. Graham later said he was joking.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review review Hillary Clinton's painful press conference regarding her private email account and server. We slam her unilateral determination of what emails were business and which were personal and her refusal to turn over the server to investigators. We also groan as the first reporter to question Clinton asked if this would be a controversy if she was a man. And we discuss how much this could all be hurting her 2016 White House bid.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad to see Hillary Clinton finally deciding to emerge and answer some questions about her private email server while Secretary of State. They also slam President Obama for characterizing Wisconsin's right to work law as Scott Walker declaring "victory over working Americans". And they fire back at Democrats and liberals in the media for suggesting Republican senators are traitors and cozying up to the mullahs in Iran in response to their open letter saying any deal without Senate ratification will be scrapped in the next administration.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleasantly surprised by how few Democrats are leaping to Hillary Clinton's defense on the email scandal and how many are saying it's a serious problem. They also react to poll numbers showing the Russian people hate the U.S. with an intensity not seen in decades. And they discuss UC Irvine students banning the American flag, only to have their decision reversed.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review cheer a new Fox News poll showing Americans are glad Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed Congress and believe President Obama is a bad negotiator who is not aggressive enough towards Iran. They also admit that the recent Hillary Clinton scandals won't change her presidential plans one bit. And they discuss efforts to get a woman, any woman, on the twenty dollar bill and remove Andrew Jackson.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for fully describing the threat posed by a nuclear Iran since our leaders won't do it. They also slam Hillary Clinton again after revelations she had her own personal email server installed to collect all of her emails while serving as secretary of state. And they rip the Department of Veterans Affairs after an investigation found $92.5 million illegally diverted from medical care for vets.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review react to news that Hillary Clinton only used personal email accounts while she was secretary of state, a violation of law and a major security risk. They also slam Obama for trying to find a way to change tax policy on his own. And a PAC connected with House GOP leaders is running attack ads against conservatives taking a stand against executive amnesty.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review review the high points of the Conservative Political Action Conference. They cheer the impending retirement of Maryland Sen. Barbara Mikulski, while discussing whether the GOP can pick up the seat. They also discuss the latest "mysterious" death of another Vladimir Putin critic. And they shake their heads as Secretary of State John Kerry says our relationship with Israel has never been stronger.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review cheer a new Pew Research poll showing voters strongly preferring the Republicans being in handling homeland security and foreign policy. They rip the Federal Communications Commission for needlessly voting to regulate the internet. And they shake their heads as the online world goes nuts over the colors of a dress.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Ian Tuttle of National Review react to evidence the Clinton Foundation did accept millions in donations from foreign governments while Hillary Clinton served as Secretary of State. They also shudder as NBC's Richard Engel pours cold water on the idea that ISIS is in retreat. And they roll their eyes as Donald Trump insists he's really thinking about running for president in 2016.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review get a kick out of the fact liberal media demonizing of Scott Walker is responsible for much of his rise to GOP presidential front-runner. They shake their heads as Republicans flop spectacularly in their effort to stop President Obama's unilateral amnesty. And they love reports that Saudi Arabia may allow Israel to use its airspace to attack Iranian nuclear facilities if needed.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer the inclusion of conservative radio talk show host Hugh Hewitt as a questioner in an upcoming CNN GOP presidential debate. They also groan as more confirmation of egregious government waste comes to light. And they react to the Clinton Foundation continuing to accept foreign donations and the revelation that conservative outlet NewsMax contributed a million dollars to the foundation.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review were surprised to see Oscars host Neil Patrick Harris zing Edward Snowden after a documentary on the NSA leaker won an Academy Award. Jim and Greg debate the merits of Charles Krauthammer's call for the GOP to abolish the filibuster. And they react to a new poll showing a plurality of Democrats think it's OK for the president to ignore a court ruling if it's "important to the country."
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty are pleasantly surprised to see MSNBC deciding to return to straight news as opposed to focusing on liberal talk shows. Jim offers a hilarious response to the disturbing decision by U.S. Central Command to announce a lot of details about a spring offensive against ISIS. And they react to news that Iran's foreign minister has been rebuked by the grand ayatollah for screaming so much at Secretary of State John Kerry.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer Hawaii Democratic Rep. Tulsi Gabbard for once again scolding President Obama to identify radical Islam as the primary terrorist threat we face right now. We also fire back as Jeb Bush says he doesn't understand why people are worried about the NSA infringing upon their civil liberties. And they react to Illinois Rep. Luis Gutierrez vowing to whip up immigrant "militancy" in response to a federal judge blocking Pres. Obama's amnesty and many Republicans cheering the ruling.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad to see Americans paying attention to what seems to be an ineffective U.S. response to ISIS. They also groan as the Obama administration holds a summit on confronting "violent extremism" while Attorney General Eric Holder rejects the importance of labeling Islamic extremism what it is. And they rip Vice President Joe Biden for getting too up close and personal with the wife of new Secretary of Defense Ashton Carter and then badly stereotyping Somalis later in the day.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Andrew Johnson of National Review cheer a federal judge for blocking implementation of President Obama's amnesty for some five million illegal immigrants while the legal challenges play out. We rip the New York Times for a weak correction after a columnist got everything wrong in blaming for teacher layoffs in Wisconsin that happened before he took office. And we smack our foreheads as State Department Spokeswoman Marie Harf suggests if ISIS members had good job opportunities then they wouldn't be motivated to slaughter people.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Andrew Johnson of National Review are impressed with the clear, firm response of Egypt to the ISIS beheading of 21 Coptic Christians in Libya. They also shake their heads at the weak White House statements to the ISIS beheadings and the Denmark terrorist attack. And they react to Saturday Night Live calling Fox News "fake news" less than a week after suspending Brian Williams.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer Oregon Democrats for demanding the resignation of Gov. John Kitzhaber over corruption involving his fiancee. They also rip President Obama for making a ridiculous video designed to urge millennials to enroll in Obamacare. And we we discuss Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's admission that she was tipsy at the State of the Union address.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer Republicans for passing the Keystone XL pipeline bill and forcing Pres. Obama to buckle or defy the will of most Americans. They also groan as the U.S. is forced to evacuate diplomats and Marines out of Yemen. And they scoff at reports that Vladimir Putin has successfully negotiated a ceasefire in Ukraine.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud NBC News for taking a serious approach to the Brian Williams controversy. They also slam the Obama administration for refusing to admit the president was wrong about the terrorist attack at the kosher deli in Paris being "random". And they discuss the mixed legacy of departing "Daily Show" host Jon Stewart.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner for calling for right to work zones and ordering that union members do not have to pay dues if they don't like the union's activities. They also rip President Obama for saying the terrorist attacks at a Jewish deli in Paris were "random." And they react to MSNBC's Melissa Harris-Perry asking Attorney General Eric Holder to quack like a duck.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Andrew Johnson of National Review react to Brian Williams taking a leave of absence as anchor of NBC Nightly News. They groan as Bob Woodward reveals the Obama administration has no strategy in the fight against ISIS and that the White House is micromanaging the fight on a day to day basis. And they slam Democrats for suddenly claiming to be too busy to attend Benjamin Netanyahu's address to Congress.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Tom Brokaw for reportedly finding the Brian Williams lie unacceptable and worthy of his ouster. They also slam President Obama for trying to make a moral equivalence between the atrocities of ISIS and the crusades, the inquisitions, slavery and segregation. And they groan as the Obama administration rolls out the new foreign policy strategy of "strategic patience."
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are impressed that Jordan's King Abdullah wants to personally fly bombing missions against ISIS. They also rip Brian Williams for lying about being shot down in Iraq for almost 12 years. And they discuss the rising tide of scandal against Oregon Gov. John Kitzhaber.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud House Republicans for voting to repeal Obamacare. They also slam President Obama for his emotionless reaction to ISIS murdering a Jordanian pilot by burning him alive. And they sigh as North Carolina Sen. Thom Tillis suggests restaurants should not be forced to make their workers wash their hands after using the bathroom.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review react to terrible Iowa poll numbers for Chris Christie and other news that suggests Jeb Bush is snagging major donors in Christie's backyard. They also discuss the GOP's oddly weak ability to handle questions about childhood vaccinations and media drooling for the chance to brand Republicans as anti-vaccine wackos. And they react to a slim plurality of Iowa GOP voters agreeing with Mike Huckabee that Beyonce's music constitutes "mental poison."
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review offer only crazy martinis today. They wonder why George Pataki and Lindsey Graham are wasting time exploring GOP presidential bids. They rip the Nationwide Insurance ad featuring a supposedly dead child. And they discuss the inexplicable play call and mini-brawl that marked the end of the Superbowl.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are not at all surprised to see Cuba making more demands to normalize relations with the U.S. and they hope the new demands scuttle the whole plan. They also groan as Hillary Clinton appears to be drawing no serious competition for the Democratic presidential nomination. And they shake their heads as legal experts predict former Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell will see his corruption convictions overturned on appeal.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review welcome the news that Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker is likely to run for president in 2016. They also rip Indiana GOP Gov. Mike Pence for launching a government-run news service funded by tax dollars. And they have fun with the news that a drunk government intelligence employee piloted the drone that crashed at the White House.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review take note of avowed socialist Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders throwing cold water on Obama's rosy economic report. They also sigh as the media froth at the mouth over possible 2016 campaigns by Donald Trump and Sarah Palin - that will never happen. And they discuss the security concerns after a small drone crashes at the White House.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review welcome Marco Rubio's likely 2016 White House run and discuss his strengths and weaknesses. They groan as Iran-backed rebels topple the government in Yemen. And they laugh as the Obama administration accuses John Boehner of offending the dignity of the White House by inviting Benjamin Netanyahu to address Congress.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Democratic New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez for blasting Obama administration opposition to new Iran sanctions as talking points straight out of Tehran. They unload on House GOP leaders for pulling a bill that would ban abortions after 20 weeks and on Rep. Renee Ellmers for leading the Republican fight against it. And they react to Jim's story on Jeb Bush's connections to a fraudulent Florida business.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review correct the president's delusional description of the economy. They discuss the difference between ending wars and winning them. We highlight how Obama's ego proves his bipartisan outreach is all an act. And we update deflate-gate involving the New England Patriots.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Republicans for pursuing ways to roll back Obama regulations. They also shudder at the prospect of watching through a long and largely pointless State of the Union address. And they discuss Hollywood lefties like Michael Moore and Seth Rogen disparaging Chris Kyle and "American Sniper."
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer Hawaii Democratic Rep. Tulsi Gabbard for blasting President Obama for failing to identify radical Islam as the ideology behind the terrorism we see and having no plan to confront it. We discuss Obama's latest tax hike proposal and why his poll numbers are improving. And we have fun with the New England Patriots being mired in another controversy after winning the AFC Championship Sunday night.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged that European nations finally seem to be serious about rooting out terrorism within their borders. They also shake their heads as Republicans seem to indicate they're going to fail to stop President Obama's unilateral amnesty. And they unload on the Obama administration for trying to make up for the Paris no-shows by bringing James Taylor in to sing a song for the French.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleasantly stunned to see a fixture in the foreign policy establishment turn on President Obama and demand major changes in his national security team. They also react to Pope Francis saying there should be limits on how offensive people should be when talking about religion. And they discuss the temporary ban on cheese at City Hall on Bainbridge Island, Washington.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad to see the 2016 presidential field starting to take shape and some candidates deciding not to run. They also groan as Al Qaeda in Yemen takes credit for the Paris terrorist attack. And they scold Virginia voters for re-electing an admitted sex offender.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged to see more Senate Democrats getting behind the Keystone XL Pipeline and putting President Obama in a more and more difficult position. They also groan as President Obama is now vowing to veto five different pieces of legislation. And they they rip Jimmy Carter for suggesting terrorists lash out because of Israel's treatment of the Palestinians.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review scold the Obama administration for sending no high-ranking officials to the massive Paris rally denouncing radical Islamic terrorism. They applaud Jake Tapper and others in the media for calling out the administration on the blunder. And they discuss Jim's new piece on the connection between Ben Carson and a Texas supplement company embroiled in legal troubles.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad to see the Nebraska Supreme Court remove the last major hurdle to approving the Keystone XL Pipeline, although they assume President Obama will still find some reason to reject it. They're disappointed as key Senate Republicans say they are open to raising gasoline taxes. And they sigh as the Ames Republican Straw Poll survives another cycle.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Eliana Johnson of National Review discuss Bill Maher ripping his fellow liberals for giving radical Muslims a pass. They also react to several media outlets self-censoring the Charlie Hebdo cartoons. And they slam an MSNBC guest for comparing the murder of cartoonists by Muslim radicals to Jerry Falwell suing Larry Flynt decades ago.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review see President Obama's promised veto of the Keystone Pipeline as a good chance to prove to the public that Obama is the real obstructionist in Washington. They also condemn the radical Muslim terrorist attack in Paris and the politically correct efforts by the left to distance the killers from Islam. And they rip the Obama administration for demonstrating it doesn't really care if Cuba improves its human rights record.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review rejoice in the dawn of a Republican majority in the House and Senate. They also scratch their heads over the GOP's lack of a strategy to fight Obama's amnesty. And they react to New York Rep. Chris Gibson announcing his 2016 retirement before getting sworn in for a new term.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss two conservative House members mounting challengers to John Boehner's bid to win another term as Speaker of the House. They also dissect the growing public rift between the Republican donors and the conservative grassroots. And they evaluate Mike Huckabee's chances if he jumps into the 2016 race.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review hand out their final political awards for 2014, as they choose their person of the year, turncoat of the year and offer their resolutions for 2015.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review continue handing out political awards for 2014.Today, they discuss the most under-reported and most over-reported stories of 2014. And they reveal their choices for best story of 2014.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review continue handing out political awards for 2014. Today they focus on the best political ideas, worst political ideas and boldest political tactics in 2014.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review continue handing out political awards for 2014. Today they give awards for worst scandal, best political theater and worst political theater of 2014.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review continue handing out political awards for 2014. Today they honor the figures they're most sad to see pass away, rising political stars and figures fading into oblivion.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review begin announcing their political award winners for 2014. Today they kick things off with honors for most overrated politician, most underrated politician and most honest politician.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are thrilled to see the economy grow by five percent in the third quarter. They also sigh as reports show theaters offered to allow a limited release of "The Interview" to see how real the terrorism threats were but Sony declined the offer. And they rip New York City Mayor Bill deBlasio for suggesting the media is to blame for paying attention to the violent messages of protesters prior to the killing of two NYPD officers on Saturday.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Pennsylvania Rep. Mike Kelly for giving President Obama a lump of coal for Christmas, not as an insult but to highlight the potential of American energy that Obama is stifling. They also discuss the crisis in the relationship between the NYPD and Mayor Bill deBlasio after two police officers were murdered on Saturday in response to recent grand jury verdicts clearing police in the deaths of black men. And they react to the head of Sony insisting the company did reach out to the White House for advice after President Obama said Sony was wrong to scrap the release of "The Interview" and should have contacted him.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Mitt Romney for urging Sony to release "The Interview" online and encourage viewers to donate to Ebola relief. They also rip Paramount for blocking theaters from showing "Team America: World Police" in place of "The Interview." And they react to CNN's Gloria Borger likening Obama's unilateral strategy to Clark Kent turning into Superman.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review slam President Obama for throwing Cuba a lifeline and getting almost nothing in return. They also cheer Florida Sen. Marco Rubio for his passionate and compelling opposition to Obama's policy. And they rip on Hollywood for surrendering to North Korean hackers and deciding not to release "The Interview."
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged that a new NBC/Wall Street Journal poll shows a huge majority of Americans believe midterm voters sent President Obama a clear message and most want the next president to go in a different direction. And they discuss the crazy North Korean hacking of SONY that is suddenly becoming far more serious.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss the pros and cons of a likely Jeb Bush presidential bid. They also condemn the Taliban for murdering well over 100 schoolchildren in Pakistan. And they react to a Harvard Law student explaining why the emotional strain of the recent grand jury verdicts in police cases justifies a delay in taking semester exams.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are impressed with how the American people sifted through the CIA report on terrorist interrogations, noting their intense discomfort for some of the tactics used but deciding it did make us safer and the report itself makes us less safe. They also groan as Islamic terrorism rises up in Australia, though they are thankful the hostage crisis is over. And they rip Greenpeace for damaging the historic Nazca Lines in Peru in order to erect a sign urging people to save the environment.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud retiring Oklahoma Sen. Tom Coburn for using his final floor speech to remind lawmakers their oath compels them to defend the Constitution and our liberties, not to bring home the bacon to their states. They also shake their heads as Republican House leaders alienate conservatives again on the massive cromnibus bill. And they react to an MSNBC reporter asking Rick Perry if he's smart enough to be president.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy watching White House Press Secretary Josh Earnest flail about after being asked how the Obama administration can condone drone strikes that sometimes kill innocents while condemning enhanced interrogation techniques that killed no one. They also shake their heads as Elizabeth Warren whips up opposition to the omnibus spending bill while claiming Republicans behind the bill are trying to shut down the government. And they react to the President of Smith College apologizing for writing "all lives matter" as she enthusiastically supported protests over the Garner and Brown grand jury decisions - because protesters wanted her to say "black lives matter."
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Patrick Brennan of National Review cheer Rep. Trey Gowdy's grilling of Obamacare architect Jonathan Gruber. They also discuss the deep flaws with the CIA report from Senate Democrats. And they react to former ABC News White House reporter Ann Compton admitting President Obama has gone on profanity-laced tirades to the media - off the record of course.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review give credit to Secretary of State John Kerry for demanding the Senate report on CIA interrogations be postponed until security at foreign installations were in place. They rip Democrats for going down ground already covered in previous reports. And they react to reports of a drone at TGI Fridays injuring a photographer.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review revel not only in Bill Cassidy's sound defeat of Mary Landrieu in Louisiana but in Democrats immediately writing it off because of racism and religion in the South. They also applaud the U.S. military for trying to rescue an American hostage in Yemen but regret that Al Qaeda killed the hostage and one other. And they react to Van Jones offering to kiss National Review Editor Rich Lowry after Lowry pointed campus sexual assault statistics include things like forced kissing.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see robust job growth in November. They also shake their heads at a year of invective aimed at New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie over "Bridgegate" as a new legislative report finds no evidence that he ordered it or knew about it. And they discuss the implosion at The New Republic.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Andrew Johnson of National Review cheer House Republicans like Jason Chaffetz for shredding Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson and the White House argument that President Obama did not unilaterally change immigration laws. They also react to Jeb Bush suggesting that Republicans should not cater to conservatives during the 2016 primary in order to stand a better chance in the general election. And they slam former HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius for saying Americans just don't understand health insurance.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review see Ashton Carter as one of President Obama's least objectionable cabinet selections in recent memory. They also wrestle with the House GOP strategy to confront Obama's executive action on immigration. And they scratch their heads over the deluge of coverage over one congressional staffer's criticism of the Obama daughters.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged that early voting for the Louisiana U.S. Senate runoff suggest another likely Republican pickup. They also groan as Republicans try to navigate a response to President Obama's immigration action that doesn't shut down the government and doesn't allow Obama to get away with something they see as unconstitutional. And they slam protesters upset with the decision not to indict Darren Wilson for blocking commuter traffic in cities across the nation, today in Washington.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review avoid the Black Friday shopping crowds and hand out their Christmas gifts to various political figures. Some are naughty and some are nice.
Taking a break from the headlines of the day, National Review's Jim Geraghty and Radio America's Greg Corombos each offer three reasons for conservatives to be politically thankful this year.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are horrified at the mayhem that followed the decision of the grand jury not to indict Darren Wilson for the shooting death of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri. They also agree with the prosecutor about the horribly irresponsible conduct of the media and social media users in fanning the flames of conflict. And they slam "unnamed" White House personnel for ripping Chuck Hagel on his way out of the Pentagon.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad to see an end to Chuck Hagel's tenure at the Pentagon. They also hammer President Obama for saying his executive orders on immigration were perfectly legal while future GOP presidents could not take similar action. And they wonder why there's such glowing coverage of the disastrous political of former Washington Mayor Marion Barry in the wake of his death.
Should the GOP be pleased that President Obama's executive action does not offer a path to citizenship? Is the President daring republicans to impeach him? The Associated Press, the Washington Post and even Jay Carney fact check the President.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer a new NBC poll showing very limited support for President Obama's unilateral action on immigration. They also groan as Obama plows ahead anyway, saying he's waited long enough for Congress to act. And we scratch our heads as former Virginia Sen. Jim Webb forms an exploratory committee for 2016.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy the Democratic tension as President Obama bulls ahead on hugely unpopular priorities, leaving Hillary Clinton trying to oppose the policies while uniting the party. They also react as the Senate fails to approve the Keystone XL pipeline but effectively dooms Mary Landrieu's re-election hopes. And they react to a Daily Beast column suggesting blacks, Hispanics, women and gays were all shut out of the first Obama presidential campaign until Valerie Jarrett took charge.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy hearing Jonathan Gruber explain how President Obama was directly involved in the creation of the Cadillac Tax inside Obamacare and they react to National Journal's Ron Fournier saying Obama has destroyed trust between the public and government. They also rip media and rabble rousers for ginning up the riot atmosphere in Ferguson. And they rip Mary Landrieu and Louisiana Democrats for a new radio ad accusing Bill Cassidy and Bobby Jindal of race-baiting against Obama and lying about basic economic facts.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like a new Gallup poll showing Obamacare with it's lowest approval and highest disapproval numbers ever. They also shudder as ISIS beheads another American. And they marvel at President Obama trying to distance himself from Jonathan Gruber and saying the process was transparent there was a long debate.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Andrew Johnson of National Review cheer a new poll showing Bill Cassidy far ahead of Mary Landrieu in the run-off for the Louisiana Senate seat and marvel as President Obama threatens to veto the Keystone pipeline bill designed to save her. They also cringe as ISIS and Al Qaeda call a truce with each and commit to killing us. And they react to White House Press Secretary Josh Earnest's assertion that the administration did not mislead the public on Obamacare and that it's really the Republicans who have not been transparent on the issue.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Andrew Johnson of National Review cheer Republican unity in their Senate leadership elections and enjoy Missouri Democrat Claire McCaskill saying she will not back Harry Reid as party leader. They also slam the mainstream media for being more critical of GOP responses to Jonathan Gruber's admissions that the Obama administration lied to the public to pass Obamacare than with the comments themselves. And they shake their heads as outgoing Arkansas Gov. Mike Beebe plans to use on of very few pardons to wipe out his own son's marijuana conviction.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Andrew Johnson of National Review cheer a new Gallup poll showing Americans, by a wide margin, want Republicans to set the agenda in the next two years. They also discuss Senate Democrats considering a vote on the Keystone XL pipeline as a way to boost the re-election chances of Sen. Mary Landrieu. And they enjoy watching Al Sharpton and friends act horrified at the thought of the Clintons traveling commercially.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Andrew Johnson of National Review cheer reports that the Senate will not fast-track the nomination of Loretta Lynch to be the next attorney general. They also react to concerns that Obamacare could become insolvent due to insufficient enrollment numbers. And they have fun with Democratic exasperation that President Obama hardly ever reaches out to them to discuss his agenda.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Andrew Johnson of National Review enjoy Mary Landrieu's attempt to criticize Bill Cassidy over Katrina blow up in her face. They're also stunned at the admission of Obamacare architect Jonathan Gruber that the public was intentionally lied to for the sake of passing Obamacare. And they rip Huffington Post columnist Darron Smith for suggesting Mia Love isn't really black because she champions conservative principles.
Republicans in Congress threaten to defund any executive order that favors amnesty. President Obama reaches out to Iran. The Pentagon struggles to keep pot out of the military.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review keep talking midterms as Jim returns to discuss why he thinks these were a bigger win for the GOP than the 2010 races. They also shake their heads as President Obama plans to go ahead with executive action on amnesty despite the midterm results. And they react to the president insisting he didn't take away any conclusions from the huge losses his party suffered on Tuesday.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Andrew Johnson of National Review cheer big Republican wins in the 2014 midterm elections, noting not only the pickup of 7-9 Senate seats but comfortable margins of victory. They also applaud the GOP for holding on to governorships in key states and winning additional ones in deep blue states. And they discuss how President Obama was an albatross for Democrats across the board.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Tavis Smiley for pointing out blacks and Hispanics are doing far worse than the rest of the population under President Obama yet they are being browbeaten to go vote for Democrats anyway. They also slap their foreheads as Mitt Romney says comprehensive immigration reform will get done if Republicans take the Senate. They slam retiring Iowa Sen. Tom Harkin for claiming Joni Ernst is doing well only because she's attractive and nice. And Greg and Jim offer their midterm predictions.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review rip Louisiana Sen. Mary Landrieu for suggesting she and President Obama are unpopular in her state due in part to latent racism and sexism in the South. They also slam South Carolina Sen. Lindsay Graham for joking to an all-male club that white men would do very well if he were elected president. They rip new allegations of government waste, including taxpayers paying for $30,000 in coffee for Homeland Security officials. Jim shares a pair of Ronald Reagan stories from the recent National Review dinner and both reveal how their kids will be dressed for Halloween.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Andrew Johnson of National Review cheer a Washington Post poll showing only 15 percent of Hispanics care if the Democrats keep the majority in the Senate. They also react to a new lawsuit in Maryland alleging illegal immigrants are voting and La Raza openly announcing where people can vote without showing identification. And they get a laugh out of reports that Wisconsin Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mary Burke was fired by her own family from their bicycle business years ago.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Andrew Johnson of National Review cheer the news that millennials are tired of Pres. Obama and the Democrats. They also recoil as the State Department suggests bringing foreign doctors infected with Ebola to the U.S. for treatment. And they laugh as the pro-abortion group NARAL accuses GOP Senate candidate Cory Gardner of wanting to ban birth control and being responsible for a "weirding of the weather."
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy watching vulnerable Democrats run away from both President Obama and Harry Reid. They also shake their heads as it becomes clear the White House had not considered any sort of quarantine for American troops deployed to fight Ebola. And they get a kick out of the Democrat running for Senate in South Dakota accusing the national Democrats for intentionally sabotaging his campaign.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged by new research showing candidates with small leads two weeks before the election win the vast majority of the time and are excited about the chance to witness a major Martha Coakley collapse in Massachusetts. They also groan as a new Ebola case emerges in New York City. And they have fun as Michelle Obama tells Colorado voters they should vote for Mark Udall because he's a fifth-generation Coloradan, because Udall is not but his GOP opponent is.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss Charles Krauthammer 19s assertion that Obama called red state Democrats his allies and votes he could count on because it 19s very hard for him to handle going from mass adoration to a parish within parts of his own party within six years. They also discuss the latest Islamic radical terrorism 13 this time in Canada. And they rip the Obama administration for releasing illegal immigrants accused of murder, kidnapping, sexual assault and more.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy New Hampshire Sen. Jeanne Shaheen's awkward dodge of a debate question about whether she approves of President Obama's job performance. They also react to ISIS intercepting weapons the U.S. was trying to drop to Kurdish forces. They laugh and cry as a new report on government waste highlights tax dollars being spent on Swedish massages for rabbits, teaching monkeys to gamble and other gems. And they celebrate four years of the Three Martini Lunch with a look back at a classic moment from three years ago.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Andrew Johnson of National Review gleefully appreciate President Obama saying embattled Democratic senators in red states are reliable allies and supporters who always vote with him when it matters. They also groan as reports suggest Obama is preparing to grant legal status to between four million and thirty-four million illegal immigrants after the midterm elections. And they discuss the latest reappearance of Monica Lewinsky, her admission that she loved President Clinton and her contention that she was 'patient zero' in cyber bullying.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Eliana Johnson of National Review are pleasantly surprised to see black liberal commentator Tavis Smiley say the Obama administration has been a huge disappointment for black Americans. They also groan as Obama hopes to strike a nuclear deal with Iran but never submit it for congressional approval. And they react to a rally of Maryland Democrats walking out on Obama's speech on behalf of Maryland's Democratic candidate for governor.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and National Review's Andrew Johnson sneak in four martinis to end the week. They like that Democrats like Sally Kohn are already writing about the moral victories for the party, even if the midterms are a disaster for them. They also bite their fingernails over the Georgia Senate race as Democrat Michelle Nunn gains some momentum. They rip John Kerry for blaming the rise of ISIS not on Islam, but on poverty and climate change. And they discuss President Obama's naming of a new Ebola czar.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer the steadily growing momentum and lead for Colorado GOP Senate hopeful Cory Gardner. They also wince as Florida Gov. Rick Scott delays the start of his debate with Charlie Crist because Crist broke debate rules and had a fan blowing at his feet. And they slam Shepard Smith of Fox News for his sanctimonious lecture scolding anyone concerned about Ebola.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee pull funding for support of Kentucky Senate hopeful Alison Lundergan Grimes. They slam the White House for refusing to reveal how much taxpayers pay for Pres. Obama's fundraising trips since they should be paid for by the Democrats. And they scold Obama for delaying his plans on immigration, hiding new insurance rates and waiting to nominate a new attorney general.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy Kentucky Democratic Senate hopeful Alison Lundergan Grimes dodging the simple question of whether she voted for Barack Obama in 2008 and 2012. They also react to reports Obama will bypass Congress to close the detention facility at Guantanamo Bay and bring prisoners into the U.S. And they discuss Jim's column on whether conservatives are unmotivated for this year's midterms because they don't think they'll make any difference.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review shake their heads as The Washington Post reports there was a member of the Obama administration implicated in the Colombia prostitution scandal and the White House ordered the report held until after the 2012 elections. They also discuss NBC's failed quest to land Comedy Central's Jon Stewart as the new host of 'Meet the Press'. And they react to Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley saying that WiFi is a human right.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged by news that Democrats are pulling funding from many House races they once thought they could win and do not see a realistic way to take the House for years to come. They also react to California Rep. Duncan Hunter telling Fox News that ISIS militants have already crossed into the U.S. from Mexico. And they discuss former President Jimmy Carter's criticism of President Obama's handling of the ISIS threat.
A month before the midterm elections, Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged by polls showing a majority of Americans believe the Obama presidency is a failure and more Americans than ever are headed to the polls to send a message of disapproval to the president. They also groan as Turkey's prime minister warns that air strikes are not stopping the ISIS advance in Syria. And they shake their heads at a new poll showing Maryland voters are very dissatisfied with Democratic leadership so they're planning to elect Democrats overwhelmingly again this year.
David Axelrod admits that President Obama made a tactical error. Representative Elijah Cummings says 85% of African Americans who have come to him believe that the Secret Service is not protecting President Obama as well as they would a white president. Vice President Joe Biden apologizes to UAE and Turkey for his provocative remarks.
Recent speech by President Obama gives fuel to GOP campaign ads. Government responses to Ebola in the U.S. are not reassuring. President Obama's symbolic gesture sends mixed signals regarding illegal immigration.
Some favorable polling for Republican mid-term elections. Despite Ebola coming to the United States, the White House does not issue travel restrictions to countries with Ebola. Nancy Pelosi is irrationally optimistic about the mid-term elections.
The Corombos family expands. Fox news tops the charts. Ebola is in the U.S. The Secret Service fails again.
New polls reveal close governor's race in Massachusetts. New report claims that President Obama is not attending most of his daily intelligence briefings. Embarrassing secret service security breaches.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer a new poll showing Joni Ernst opening up a six-point lead in the Iowa Senate race. They also rip President Obama for blaming the swift rise of ISIS on the intelligence community underestimating it. And they rip Politico for asking a bunch of astrologers what the political future if for Chelsea Clinton's three-day-old baby.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Andrew Johnson of National Review cheer new polls showing liberals turning on President Obama. They also react to tea party candidate Milton Wolf considering an endorsement of the "independent" candidate in the Kansas Senate race. And they slam Chuck Todd for contending that Eric Holder is "not political at all" as attorney general.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer the impending resignation of Attorney General Eric Holder after nearly six years of partisan activism. They also soak in the depressing statistics from a new Rutgers University study showing how poor the job market remains six years after the financial crisis. And they groan as the talk of a 2016 Mitt Romney campaign gets much more serious.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer the confirmed death of one terrorist leader and the suspected death of another while noting much stronger language from Pres. Obama on the terrorist threat. They also applaud Sarah Palin for campaigning for Kansas Sen. Pat Roberts, even after his ugly primary win over a tea party challenger. And Jim sounds on off on the elitist column from New York Times columnist David Brooks.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud U.S. airstrikes against ISIS and Khorasan Group targets in Syria. They also shake their heads as the Iraqi Army appears to be in no shape to serve as ground forces against ISIS. And they have fun with Hillary Clinton telling the Clinton Global Initiative that "re-imagining impact" requires leaders who will re-imagine.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review appreciate former Defense Secretary Leon Panetta distancing himself from President Obama on the U.S. withdrawal from Iraq and how to approach the civil war in Syria. They also discuss reports the Department of Homeland Security is highly dysfunctional with "abysmal" morale and massive staff turnover. And they react to Lois Lerner's bizarre interview with Politico.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review believe Scottish voters deciding to stay in the UK is ultimately good for U.S. national security. They also shake their heads as President Obama reportedly plans to personally approve bombing targets in Syria. And they review Vice President Biden's week of gaffes.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer two new polls showing Cory Gardner ahead in the key Colorado Senate race. They also cringe as both the Foley and Sotloff families accuse the Obama administration of treating them poorly when they were trying to free their loved ones before they were beheaded by ISIS. And they react to reports that Jon Huntsman may be mulling an independent bid for president in 2016.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss the record of Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal and why Republican voters should take a good look at him in 2016. They also discuss the mixed messaging from the Obama administration as Gen. Martin Dempsey admits ground troops could be needed in the fight against ISIS. And they react of Illinois Rep. Luis Gutierrez saying he is not in favor of a stand-alone bill to secure the border against the threat of terrorism unless other aspects of immigration reform are included.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Andrew Johnson of National Review are amused and surprised to see some liberals still not wanting Hillary Clinton to be president. They also groan as Kay Hagan moves ahead in the North Carolina Senate race and GOP hopes of taking the Senate majority look a bit more iffy. And they have fun with the public spat between Alabama Sen. Jeff Sessions and Facebook executives over the immigration/amnesty debate.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged to hear Jay Carney say barely hanging on to the Senate is the best-case scenario for Democrats in November. They also discuss new allegations that the State Department withheld certain documents on Benghazi from the Accountability Review Board because they reflected negatively on Hillary Clinton and other top officials. They wonder why Pres. Obama is openly offering advise to ISIS and sigh as John Kerry still cannot figure out if we're at war.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review welcome news showing President Obama losing a lot of support from his base. They also discuss the loss of key intelligence because terrorist leaders are targeted by drones rather than captured. And they react to John Kerry insisting we are not at war with ISIS.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud President Obama for telling terrorists like ISIS that we will go after them wherever they try to hide. They're also very concerned that Obama told everyone what we won't do to crush ISIS and that experts think his strategy is very ill-conceived. They rip Obama and his speechwriters for using the speech to discuss the economy, Ukraine and Ebola. And they reflect on the 9/11 attacks 13 years later.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see polls showing Americans trust the GOP by 38 points more than Dems on national security and to see Chuck Todd suggesting Obama could do Jimmy Carter-like damage to the Democratic brand on the issue. They also react to the news that the Democrat pushing a frivolous case against Scott Walker is doing it because Walker's union policies made his wife cry. And they have fun with the revelation that the Justice Department accidentally called Rep. Darrell Issa's office in an attempt to leak documents related to the IRS scandal so they could get ahead of the story.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged American voters are on the right track as a majority consider the Obama presidency a failure and experts increasingly see a GOP majority coming to the Senate. And they discuss the domestic violence scandal engulfing former Baltimore Ravens running back Ray Rice.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are cautiously optimistic about GOP prospects after a new batch of polling on key Senate races is revealed. They also worry about UK instability if Scotland votes for independence. And they discuss President Obama's waffling answer when NBC's Chuck Todd asserts Obama is delaying action on executive amnesty over political concerns.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss the stunning fall of former Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell after his conviction on eleven corruption counts and how conservatives did a good job of not being knee-jerk defenders in this case. They also cringe as the August jobs report comes in far below expectations. And they rip DNC Chairwoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz for suggesting Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker has "given women the back of his hand" and that tea party conservatives are "grabbing us by the hair and pulling us back."
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleasantly surprised at President Obama's vow to defend any NATO ally against outside aggression. They also shake their heads as President Obama claims he got serious about ISIS after the fall of Mosul in June but his advisers warned him about the threat at least a year earlier. And they shudder as terrorists reportedly get their hands on multiple airliners stuck on the ground in chaos-filled Libya.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleasantly surprised to see a Reagan administration veteran be named the new publisher of The Washington Post. They also shudder as the government loses track of 6,000 foreign students with expired visas and fails to certify flight schools across the country. And they react to Vladimir Putin claiming the EU president took him out of context when Putin told him he could take Kiev in two weeks.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Andrew Johnson of National Review enjoy the implosion of Democrat Ed FitzGerald in the Ohio governor's race and the less than rousing reception Little Leaguers gave Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn. They also cringe as a new survey shows Republicans have a very long way to go to win over most women voters. And they discuss how half a billion of your tax dollars are going to study whether our universe is really a hologram.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer Louisiana GOP Senate hopeful Bill Cassidy for using state and parish statistics to explain how the weak border enforcement impacts many communities nowhere near the border. They also blast President Obama for his plans to ignore the role of Congress in establishing a new climate change treaty. And they rip Arkansas Sen. Mark Pryor's new ad blaming GOP challenger Tom Cotton for the recent Ebola outbreak.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged by reports that Democrats fear losing control of the Senate and maybe even more seats. They also react to taxpayer dollars being used to monitor hate speech and political misinformation. And they wonder why American officials would publicize the fact the U.S. is conducting recon flights over Syria to identify possible targets for air strikes.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are impressed that intelligence officials have already identified the murderer of James Foley. They also discuss reports that Democrats appear to be way ahead of Republicans in fundraising and get out the vote efforts. And they react to an Ohio school district being forced to stop serving popular cookies at lunch because they don't meet federal nutritional guidelines.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer a new poll showing the New Hampshire Senate race essentially a dead heat. They also groan as State Department Spokeswoman Marie Harf refuses to admit that ISIS is at war with the U.S. And they recoil as Politico reports that the White House is getting most of its information on the unrest in Ferguson from Al Sharpton.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Andrew Johnson of National Review are thrilled to see Arkansas Sen. Mark Pryor desperate enough to run ads touting his support of Obamacare. They also shake their heads as President Obama heads straight from his statement condemning ISIS to the golf course and admits a special operations mission to rescue Foley and other prisoners this summer was a failure. And we have fun with the ridiculous statements of Democratic Senate hopefuls Alison Lundergan Grimes and Rick Weigand.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss the depth of evil demonstrated by ISIS as radical jihadists behead an American journalist. They're stunned as President Obama continues with his Martha's Vineyard vacation in the wake of this news and didn't have a response to the Foley murder until Wednesday afternoon. And they're almost speechless as it appears President Obama may have come back to Washington at taxpayers' expense just to attend a party on Monday night.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review get a kick out of growing Democratic frustration over Hillary Clinton not campaigning for Dems this year and Obama not caring about much of anything these days. They also shake their heads as no security strategy seems to be working in Ferguson. And they scold conservatives for making light of protesters throwing rocks at MSNBC's Chris Hayes.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see Kurdish forces gaining some momentum against ISIS, with critical help from U.S. airstrikes. They also discuss the very suspect indictment lodged against Texas Gov. Rick Perry for threatening to veto funding for a local district attorney's office before he actually vetoed it. And they assess Amanda Curtis, the bizarre new nominee for U.S. Senate in Montana.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer CNN's Jake Tapper for calling out the president's hypocrisy on press freedom. They also react to growing concerns on the left and right that President Obama is bored with his job and cannot wait until he leaves office. And they discuss a new poll showing 26 percent of tea party activists have a positive view of socialism.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud conservative writers for engaging in an intelligent debate over the actions of rioters and police in Ferguson, Missouri. They also shudder as a former aide to five ambassadors to Iraq believes ISIS could target the U.S. soon. And they react to Simon & Schuster rejecting a book by Bowe Bergdahl's former platoon mates because she feared it would portray President Obama in a negative light.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Frank Luntz for pointing out many Americans consume media to affirm rather than inform their political beliefs and that media outlets cannot even agree on the facts these days. They shake their heads as a new report show the wages for the jobs created in the Obama years pay far less than the ones that were lost in the recession. And they have fun with the failed push to get actor Jeff Bridges to run for U.S. Senate in Montana.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Cory Gardner's new anti-Obamacare ad in the Colorado Senate race. They also discuss President Obama's frequent leisure pursuits while major crises rage. And they remember the work of comedian and actor Robin Williams and discuss the horrors triggered by suicide.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss Hillary Clinton's first public criticism of President Obama's foreign policy and enjoy the prospect of much more sniping as 2016 draws closer and Obama's approval remains low. They also set the record straight as Obama tries to argue Iraqi leaders prevented a Status of Forces Agreement in 2011. And they wonder why Iraqis are deciding the best time for domestic political chaos should be right when the nation's very existence is at stake.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review offer all good martinis. They applaud President Obama for finally taking action against ISIS over its atrocities in Iraq. They're also pleasantly surprised that New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker appears beatable in this year's election. And they appreciate CNN actually covering the U.S. Attorney's investigation into New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see people like Ron Fournier of National Journal and the Washington Post editorial writers urging President Obama not to take unilateral action on immigration. They also recoil at the horrors ISIS radicals are inflicting on religious minorities and at the bland whispers coming from the Obama administration in response to this story and to Hamas using human shields. And they discuss Democrats fanning the flames of impeachment chatter far more than any Republicans are.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see Democratic attempts to keep a Senate seat in Montana apparently on the road to failure. They also shudder as health insurance companies in Florida announce major premium hikes for 2015. And they discuss the tale of sleazy politics of former Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell and his wife.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are cautiously optimistic once again as expert number cruncher Nate Silver gives the GOP a 60 percent chance of taking back the Senate majority. They also react to the news of an Afghan soldier killing a two-star U.S. Army general. And they cringe as Alabama Rep. Mo Brooks accuses Democrats of waging a war on whites.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are cautiously enthused by an NBC poll showing voters more enthusiastic about GOP control of Congress than Democratic control. They also slam local governments and utilities for raising water prices after succeeding in getting residents to decrease demand. And they laugh about an ill-planned Obama administration plan to foment rebellion in Cuba.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are not surprised to see a new Kaiser poll showing Obamacare unpopularity at record levels. They also discuss House Republican difficulties in agreeing on border legislation. And they rip the idea of a Florida congressional hopeful to pay each member of Congress the median income in their district.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review get a kick out of the Clinton releasing a statement saying authors of books critical of them shouldn't be allowed to do that. They chide conservative media for treating an alleged transcript of a conversation between President Obama and Prime Minister Netanyahu as fact. And they laugh as Hillary gets on board the effort to get the Washington Redskins to change their name.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review have fun with Kentucky Democratic Senate hopeful Alison Grimes thinking the Iron Dome protects Israel from Hamas tunnels. They're also furious as Democrats try to orchestrate an unnecessary budget crisis over transportation funding. They slam Jesse Ventura for pursuing a defamation case against an American hero's widow. And Jim offers an epic rant in response to a reader's demand that he remove a picture of Alison Grimes from his blog.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer National Review's Eliana Johnson for breaking the story of Michelle Nunn's internal memos in the Georgia U.S. Senate race and how much the contents could damage Nunn's campaign. They also groan as Libyan lawlessness forces the U.S. to evacuate our embassy there. They skewer Hillary Clinton for suggesting Hamas stores rockets in civilian areas because they just don't have a lot of space. And they honor the passing of a key actor in one of their favorite movies.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Andrew Johnson of National Review are cautiously optimistic about the VA reform bill. They also rip John Kerry for failing miserably in the Middle East and not for not even trying to be an honest broker. And they laugh as liberal media fall for a parody story suggesting Rep. Michele Bachmann wants to put immigrant kids in work camps.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review have fun with Michelle Obama telling Democratic donors that special interest money is ruining politics right before she asks them to write the biggest checks they've ever given. We discuss Charles Krauthammer declaring that the world is going to hell and President Obama is playing golf. And they enjoy discussing former HHS official Jonathan Gruber's 2012 insistence that health care tax credits can only be obtained through state health care exchanges.
In a hyperventilating edition of the Three Martini Lunch, Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review shake their heads as European leaders admits they plan to do nothing in response to Russia's connection to the shooting down of an airliner that killed nearly 300 people. They also rip the FAA for halting flights into Tel Aviv after one Hamas rocket was stopped near the airport. And they discuss President Obama's unwillingness to handle the unpleasant aspects of his job.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer an appeals court ruling that struck down health care subsidies issued through the federal exchange. They have a mixed reaction as Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker slams hid Democratic opponent for championing a "living wage", while her family's business outsources jobs to China. And they discuss reports about Bill Clinton's new mistress, nicknamed "the energizer" by his Secret Service detail.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see the growing likelihood of several legitimate Democratic candidates joining the 2016 race and preventing a coronation of Hillary Clinton. They also shake their heads as John Kerry believes he alone is capable of brokering a Middle East cease fire. And they react to more reports of badly wasted taxpayer dollars in Afghanistan.
Obama reaction to the downed Malaysian plane and his fundraiser. What do we do about the conflict in Ukraine/Russia
Brett Winterble, in for Greg Corombos, joins Jim Geraghty from National Review to discuss the bipartisan angst towards the current border crisis and the potential inroads for Republicans among new voters. They talk about Missouri Representative Todd Akin's continued discussion of rape which puts him and the Republican party in a bad light. And they close by disucssing how they think it 19s ridiculous that Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid calls the border secure.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer multiple independent experts concluding Republicans have a better and better chance of taking control of the U.S. Senate this year. They also react to the Pentagon spending over $40 million apiece on planes the Afghans don't even use. And they discuss the ongoing odd behavior of former Oregon Rep. David Wu.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss the arrest of illegal immigrant and outspoken amnesty advocate Jose Antonio Vargas. They also shake their heads as the Pentagon sends out pink slips to thousands of service members. And they grimace as John Kerry makes it clear he is uncomfortable expressing the idea of American exceptionalism.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are impressed by Iowa GOP Senate nominee Joni Ernst for her National Guard service and her ability to explain the differences between the two parties. They also groan as Attorney General Eric Holder once again suggests race is behind the intensity of the criticism he and President Obama receive. And they laugh as White House Press Secretary Josh Earnest continues to suggest the Obama administration is the most transparent in history.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud CNN's Jake Tapper for asking tough questions of a Palestinian spokeswoman and calling her on her lies. They also shake their heads at President Obama's latest smug dismissal of claims he's abusing his power. And they have fun with the rumors that a Germany vs. Argentina World Cup final is turning Pope Francis and Pope Benedict into rivals.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see justice served in the case of now imprisoned ex-New Orleans Mayor Ray Nagin. They also hail a new story by Mollie Hemingway that delineates the ignorant and arrogant liberal media. And they groan over the new movie suggesting Dan Rather was the wronged hero in the controversy over the false documents and George W. Bush's military service.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review react to the Republicans choosing Cleveland for their convention site in 2016. They also rip the Obama administration for blaming Israel for the protracted freeze in the quest for Middle East peace. And they laugh at Harry Reid suggesting Clarence Thomas is white and that the Senate can override the Supreme Court's HHS mandate decision.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review react to Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar fearing the border crisis will be President Obama's 'Katrina moment.' They also discuss Democrats trying to couch the transportation funding impasse as another GOP-triggered shutdown. And they recoil as Utah Rep. Jason Chaffetz predicts Mitt Romney will run for president again in 2016.
Radio America's Greg Corombos and Jim Geraghty from National Review discuss the news that the leader of ISIS sports an expensive wristwatch, going against his own anti-Western and anti-indulgence rhetoric. They review the news, revealed by Edward Snowden, that the NSA is collecting baby pictures, selfies, and resumes from normal, everyday people. They close by laughing over Hillary Clinton's continued denial of her wealth as she states that her speaking fees go to her personal foundation.
Radio America's Greg Corombos and Jim Geraghty from National Review discuss the increasing violence between Israel and terrorist groups such as Hamas, the Obama administration's reluctance to dismiss the terrorists and the renewed call to end US assistance for the Palestinians. They talk about the news that more jobs have been announced as a coup for the Obama administration, when the truth is much more minimal. They close by talking about an Oklahoma congressman who was denied entrance into a border-crisis shelter in his own state where illegal immigrant children were being kept.
Radio America's Greg Corombos and Jim Geraghty from National Review give their opinions on a recent poll that President Obama is the worst president since WWII. They talk about escalations in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in the wake of the murder of three Israeli teenagers and a Palestinian youth. And they close by revisiting a somber subject as a Boston widow received a VA scheduling opening for her husband who has been dead for two years.
Radio America's Greg Corombos and Jim Geraghty from National Review discuss President Obama's puzzling insistence that he only acts on his own when Congress won't do what he wants. They also react to liberal legal pundits criticizing Obama's overreach on executive power. They close by assessing the ironically intolerant consequences voices on the left predict from the Hobby Lobby case.
Radio America's Greg Corombos and Jim Geraghty from National Review breathe a sigh of relief for the Supreme Court rulings against the Obamacare contraception mandate and the ability of unions to force people into joining or paying dues. They blast Nancy Pelosi for saying all the illegals flooding our southern border are also Americans and this is not a crisis but an opportunity. They close with some news from Oklahoma too crazy to be made-up: a defeated congressional candidate alleges the winner is either a robot or doppelganger because the real winner was executed by the world court three years ago.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Patrick Brennan of National Review are pleased to see even a liberal journalist like Joe Klein calling Hillary Clinton's book tour a "disaster". They also groan as Pres. Obama calls for $500 in aid and equipment for "moderate" Syrian rebels. And they discuss the revolting story of EPA employees in Denver being told to stop relieving themselves in the hallways.
Radio America's Greg Corombos and Patrick Brennan from National Review discuss unanimous Supreme Court decisions striking down buffer zones outside abortion clinics and rejecting President Obama's recess appointments made when the Senate was technically not in recess. They talk about a new email from Lois Lerner that demonstrates she tried to spur an investigation into a Republican lawmaker. They laugh at North Korea's umbrage with the upcoming film "The Interview" which portrays reporters on a mission to assassinate Kim Jong Un.
Radio America's Greg Corombos and Eliana Johnson from National Review discuss a new poll showing the vast majority of Americans believe key IRS emails were intentionally destroyed. They look at the recent economic numbers that show a depressing 2.9 percent decline in national GDP. They close by looking at potential race baiting in the tight runoff race between Mississippi's Thad Cochran and Chris McDaniel.
Radio America's Greg Corombos and Patrick Brennan from National Review look at the intense grilling South Carolina Rep. Trey Gowdy gave out to IRS Director John Koskinen in a Monday night congressional hearing. They talk about further whistleblower evidence provided by VA workers that shows that the VA covered up veteran death numbers. They close with Marion Barry ranting against a yogurt tax after mishearing a question about a yoga tax.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Eliana Johnson of National Review cheer CNN being exposed for prompting their studio audience to cheer for Hillary Clinton. They also groan as Clinton continues to associate herself with the middle class despite a net worth of $50 million. They get a chuckle from Marion Barry 19s claim that he never did crack 1csimple as that. 1d
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Andrew Johnson of National Review are intrigued by MSNBC's Krystal Ball suggesting Hillary Clinton is the Democrats' Mitt Romney. They also discuss why the media and even Republicans seem very interested in the IRS emails vanishing forever. And they have fun with Brett Favre's new ad endorsing Mississippi Sen. Thad Cochran.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Eliana Johnson of National Review react to low approval numbers for President Obama's foreign policy. They also discuss what to expect from further investigation into the IRS lost emails. And they find some comedic relief in the patent office's revocation of the Washington Redskins' trademark.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review react to Hillary Clinton contending the American political system is the most brutal in the world. They also fear Iran is winning new friends without renouncing any radical positions because the world is focused on ISIS in Iraq. And they shake their heads as Secretary of State John Kerry devotes his morning to discussing climate change with Leonardo DiCaprio.
Radio America's Greg Corombos and Jim Geraghty from National Review start the week by discussing even more problems with the roll out of Obamacare as proponents refuse to see the problems with the program. They also talk about the convenient loss of Lois Lerner's emails as part of the investigation into the IRS tea party controversy. They close Monday's lunch by looking at Obama's comparison of global warmer deniers with people who thought the moon was made of cheese instead of focusing on more important issues like the Iraqi crisis.
Radio America's Greg Corombos and Jim Geraghty from National Review Online are pleased to see widespread criticism of Hillary Clinton's book and interviews. Jim worries Baghdad will become another Saigon as radicals move toward Baghdad and the US refuses to provide airstrikes. President Obama says young people shouldn't become cynical on Tumblr interview. But Jim points out the president is making Americans like that anyway.
Radio America's Greg Corombos and Jim Geraghty from National Review discuss Dave Brat's improbable defeat of House Majority Leader Eric Cantor in the Virginia GOP primary. They look at the future of Iraq in the wake of news that major cities are being taken over by Islamic militants. They close by talking through the Florida governor's race and new polling showing Charlie Crist is deeply unpopular.
Radio America's Greg Corombos and Jim Geraghty from National Review clear out the bar with bad martinis. They start by discussing the details of thousands of patients experiencing wait times in the VA health care scandal. They look at the influx of young illegal immigrants sweeping over states bordering Mexico. They close by reflecting on Hillary Clinton 19s presidential prospects given her denial of blame in the Benghazi attacks.
Radio America's Greg Corombos and Jim Geraghty from National Review reacts to new Senate polls in Iowa and Georgia that show Republicans ahead. They talk about Hillary Clinton's upcoming book release and the large amounts of money she made giving speeches. And they conclude today's lunch with quotes from Democratic Senator Dianne Feinstein about being left out of the loop by the White House in the Bergdahl swap.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Eliana Johnson of National Review credit George Will for diagnosing that President Obama has no tolerance for any disagreement and accuses any dissenters of "whipping up controversy". They also discuss the latest troubling news about the Bergdahl exchange. And they slam Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid for responding to questions about the administration's failure to notify Congress by saying, "What difference does it make?"
Radio America 19s Greg Corombos and Jim Geraghty from National Review are surprised to see that even liberals are criticizing President Obama 19s handling of Army Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl 19s release from Taliban captivity. Greg and Jim examine the evolution of President Obama's Bergdahl defense. They close by highlighting Senator Chuck Schumer's Bill of Rights bumble.
Also be sure to tune in to HBO's show Real Time with Bill Maher on Friday. Jim Geraghty said he will be entering the 1cliberal den."
Today's Three Martini Lunch with Radio America's Greg Corombos and Jim Geraghty from National Review pulls no punches as President Obama's approval ratings take another dip. They also discuss the administration's accusation that U.S. Army Sergeant Bowe Bergdahl's former platoon mates are guilty of "swift-boating" their former comrade. And they look at the Republican Senate races across the nation, especially in Mississippi, where Senator Thad Cochran and challenger Chris McDaniel look to be headed toward a run-off to decide a very bitter primary.
Today's Three Martini Lunch with Radio America's Greg Corombos and Jim Geraghty from National Review spends some time with Geraghty's new book, "The Weed Agency," available from booksellers today. They also discuss President Obama's flawed rationale for trading Taliban prisoners for U.S. Army Sergeant Bowe Bergdahl. They finish by talking about a study alleging that hurricanes named after women are much deadlier because people instinctively believe that women are less threatening.
Today's Three Martini Lunch with Radio America's Greg Corombos and Jim Geraghty from National Review is all about the recent prisoner swap of five Taliban figures held at Guantanamo Bay in exchange for U.S. Army Sergeant Bowe Bergdahl. They talk about some of the disturbing facts surrounding the swap, including the possibility that Bergdahl abandoned his post, the fact that the Obama administration has been accused of making a deal with terrorists, and its disregard for the law by failing to give Congress proper notice.
Today 19s Three Martini Lunch features Brett Winterble in for Greg Corombos and Jim Geraghty from National Review. They discuss the news that the VA's Eric Shinseki may be on the verge of being ousted from his leadership at the head of the VA. They talk about an incredible waste of funds at the VA with the news that developers were awarded $3 million in prize money in a scheduling app contest. And they close the segment with a crazy story about men who drink human breast milk---as a nutritional supplement.
Today's Three Martini Lunch features Brett Winterble in for Greg Corombos and Jim Geraghty from National Review. They applaud the Washington Post's criticism of President Obama's foreign policy. They discuss one whistleblower's description of the VA health care system as an organized crime syndicate. They find comic relief in CNN's Carol Costello saying First Lady Obama signed a bill into law.
Today 19s Three Martini Lunch features Brett Winterble in for Greg Corombos and Jim Geraghty from National Review. They laugh over Nancy Pelosi 19s remarks that Obamacare is a 1cbeautiful 1d thing. They also focus on President Obama 19s efforts to implement coal regulations without the help of Congress. They close the lunch with an administrative gaffe by revealing the name of a top CIA official in Afghanistan during President Obama 19s recent Memorial Day visit.
Today's Three Martini Lunch with Radio America's Greg Corombos and Jim Geraghty from National Review highlights unexpected support from House Democrats calling for President Obama to act on the VA health care scandal. Jim and Greg also talk about Al Qaeda resurgence and the administration's refusal to acknowledge it. They finish by talking about Democratic senators pushing the NFL to demand that the Washington Redskins change their name.
Today's Three Martini Lunch with Radio America's Greg Corombos and Jim Geraghty from National Review focuses on the VA health care scandal and President Obama's press conference on what he's doing about it. They focus on the President's reluctance to admit that there is an issue. They also talk about the ineffectiveness of the Obama administration's efforts to solve VA health care issues. And they close by discussing President Obama's claim that VA health care is one of the driving causes of his presidential tenure.
Radio America 19s Greg Corombos and Jim Geraghty from National Review host today 19s Three Martini Lunch. They agree with Brit Hume 19s analysis that the VA health care scandal is an inevitable result of socialized medicine. They take stock of the potential that Iran could deploy nuclear weapons in the near future. And they debunk President Obama 19s point that conservatives are out of touch for wanting answers about Benghazi and Obamacare.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer encouraging polls for Republicans in competitive House and Senate races. They also criticize President Obama for his tepid response to the VA health care scandal. And they finish by laughing over the Pentagon 19s plan to avert a future zombie apocalypse.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy the ongoing squabble over equal pay at the New York Times. They also rip Veteran's Affairs Secretary Eric Shinseki for his poor response to the veteran's health care scandal. And they get a kick out of the Idaho GOP governor's debate.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy the irony of the New York Times firing managing editor Jill Abramson for demanding more pay after the paper championed the liberal income equality agenda. They also react to Bill Clinton's assertion that Hillary did everything right on Benghazi. And they share their thoughts on Michael Sam getting his own reality show.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer the big primary win by Ben Sasse in Nebraska's U.S. Senate primary and laugh as the Democrats fail to get a candidate on the ballot in what was once a competitive Florida congressional district. They also react to Russia's plan to refuse sending U.S. astronauts or satellites into space due to our sanctions over Ukraine. And they detail evidence of a giant waste of taxpayer dollars through an Obamacare contractor.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review react to a study showing that 74 percent of Obamacare enrollees had coverage before they were forced onto the exchanges and only 14 percent of people had no coverage. They also discuss Virginia releasing health care premium increases with many states to follow. And they discuss Karl Rove's suggestion that Hillary Clinton may have suffered a brain injury when she hit her head and developed a blood clot last year.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad to see the IRS finally turning over Lois Lerner 19s emails to congressional investigators. They also shake their heads as Mitt Romney embraces a minimum wage increase. And they discuss some of the Republican Party 19s new rules heading into the 2016 primary debates.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss the House of Representatives voting to hold Lois Lerner in contempt of Congress and refer her case to the Justice Department. They also slam the Pentagon for shelling out $150 per gallon for algae-based jet fuel. And they shred Charlie Crist for claiming the real reason he left the GOP was because of racism within the party and not because he was about to get trounced by Marco Rubio in the U.S. Senate primary.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad to see the Republican Party avoid a costly, bitter run-off as Thom Tillis wins the North Carolina Senate primary convincingly. They sigh as President Obama contends his agenda to combat climate change will roll back rising temperatures. And they discuss the re-emergence of Monica Lewinsky.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad to see the Supreme Court uphold the constitutionality of prayers before public meetings, even if they overwhelmingly trend toward one faith. They also shake their heads at the Obama administration's new "climate disruption" agenda. And they contrast Obama's 'Year of Action' with his actual actions.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see a new Pew survey showing Americans severely soured on the economy, Obamacare and Democrats in general. They also react to Democrats trying to label the select committee on Benghazi as nothing more than the politicizing of a tragedy. And they weigh in on President Obama's biting humor at the White House Correspondents Dinner.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleasantly surprised to see many mainstream media reporters grilling the White House over Benghazi and being skeptical of the administration's answers. They also groan over news that more than 800,000 Americans left the job market in April. And we have fun with the "dude" comments of former National Security Council spokesman Tommy Vietor.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see Wisconsin Democrats concluding that making the 2014 governor's race about the 2011 union battles is a losing fight. They also react to reports that Syria is still holding onto chemical weapons components despite its vow to give them up. And we critique MSNBC's revisionist take on 'Animal Farm'.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad new emails reveal more evidence that the White House spun the Benghazi terrorist attack as reaction to an internet video even though it knew the truth. They also groan as the economy proved to be stagnant during the first quarter of 2014. And they discuss a scheme that defrauded taxpayers of more than $1.3 million in ink cartridges.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad to see the mainstream media ever so slightly begin to drop their instinct to protect President Obama at all times. They also groan as Secretary of State John Kerry warms Israel could be an apartheid state if it doesn't come back to Middle East peace negotiations. And they slam House GOP leaders for vowing not to repeal Obamacare and to predict immigration reform passage this year.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy the new ad from Arkansas GOP Senate hopeful Tom Cotton, in which Cotton jabs Democratic Sen. Mark Pryor for saying Cotton feels entitled to a Senate seat just because he served in the military. They also enjoy DNC Chairwoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz trying to defend the latest Obama administration delay of the Keystone XL pipeline. And they chronicle Charlie Crist's career pattern of flip-flopping on abortion.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer the growing buzz about Indiana Gov. Mike Pence possibly running for president. They also react to the news more than half of Georgia's Obamacare enrollees have yet to pay their first premium. And they discuss NBC going so far as to bring in a psychologist to figure out why ratings for 'Meet the Press' are so low.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Eliana Johnson of National Review are encouraged to hear former DNC Chairman Howard Dean call for his party to embrace Obamacare and run on it in 2014. They also discuss revelations that Lois Lerner discussed possible criminal prosecution for conservative groups applying for tax-exempt status. And they react to Anthony Weiner declining to answer whether he still engages in sexting.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Andrew Johnson of National Review are encouraged by new polls showing Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker looking good in his re-election bid and Wendy Davis doing very poorly among Texas women. They also shudder at the thought of Kathleen Sebelius possibly running for the U.S. Senate in Kansas. And they react to Michael Bloomberg ramping up his efforts to elect pro-gun control candidates and stating his efforts will definitely get him into heaven...if there is a God.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Charles C.W. Cooke of National Review applaud conservatives for using Tax Day 2014 to push for smart tax reforms. Charlie wonders why the Utah mom who murdered her newborn babies is any different from those who advocate for late-term abortions. And we discuss Alex Sink's decision not to run for Congress again.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Charlie Cooke of National Review react to Face the Nation host Bob Schieffer failing to ask Rep. Elijah Cummings a single question about the IRS scandal just days after Cummings was implicated in wrongdoing. They're also appalled that President Obama refused to spend 10 minutes with victims of the 2009 Ft. Hood shootings to hear their concerns about government failing to keep its promises to them. And they comment on Jay Carney's house featuring two posters extolling the Soviet era.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Charlie Cooke of National Review are pleased to see that Hillary Clinton still can't name a major accomplishment from her tenure as Secretary of State. They're also happy to see Kathleen Sebelius go but shudder at the disastrous impact she's had on our nation. And they react to a Democratic state lawmaker in Illinois calling her black Republican colleague a "half" in her effort to say all minorities in the body were Democrats.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Andrew Johnson of National Review applaud the House GOP for demanding the truth from Lois Lerner and other Obama administration officials. They also enjoy the foreign policy dust-up between John McCain and John Kerry but grimace at how weak the U.S. on the world stage. And they discuss Maine Sen. Angus King considering caucusing with the GOP - but only if they win the majority.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see the White House get called out for not paying women on an equal level with men on the same day President Obama called such actions in private sector unacceptable. They also react to Brandeis University rescinding an honorary degree for a prominent female critic of Islam, who was brutalized for years by radicals, because her views don't conform to the school's core principles. And they're disgusted that President Obama will head to a Democratic fundraiser right after eulogizing those killed at Ft. Hood.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are cautiously optimistic about new polls showing Florida Gov. Rick Scott slightly ahead of Charlie Crist and another showing Scott Brown leading Jeanne Shaheen in the New Hampshire U.S. Senate race. And they groan as a new government report exposes tens of billions of dollars in taxpayer dollars being spent on redundant programs.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see Democratic Arkansas Sen. Mark Pryor struggling to defend Obamacare, defending Obama's enrollment numbers while challenging statistics on canceled policies and accusing Republicans or having no solutions. They also shake their heads as Jeb Bush says illegal immigration is an act of love and not a felony. And they react to news that Jesse Jackson, Jr. is in a new prison after being put in solitary confinement in his first facility.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are stunned but pleased to learn all major networks refused to give President Obama a prime time slot to announce Obamacare enrollment figures. They also sigh as the latest jobs numbers show the recovery is still very weak. And they have fun without outgoing Virginia Rep. Jim Moran complaining that members of Congress and underpaid.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are surprised to see former White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs predict the employer mandate in Obamacare will never take effect. They also discuss revelations that over 35,000 North Carolina voters may also have voted in another state in 2012. And they enjoy Sarah Palin's appearance on The Tonight Show.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud the Supreme Court decision allowing free speech to flow through political donations. They also groan as the U.S. flirts with the idea of releasing convicted Israeli spy Jonathan Pollard to help jumpstart Middle East peace talks. And they wonder how the CEO of General Motors knows so little about the ignition design flaw that has consumed her former department for five years.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review get a kick out of New York Mets fans loudly booing progressive Mayor Bill de Blasio. They also sigh as Harry Reid reflexively refers to the new House Republican budget plan as Koch-topia. And they gag as Rachel Ray gushes over the greatness of Joe Biden's skin.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy the Obamacare enrollment period ending with technical glitches as procrastinators try to sign up. They also shudder as more and more employers say they will not be adding new jobs and the increased cost of health care will be passed along to employees and customers. And Maine Sen. Angus King contends Obamacare doesn't actually exist.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Charlie Cooke of National Review cheer the arrest of a California state senator who pushed for gun control but was busted for arms trafficking. They also explain why the effort of Senate Democrats to pass a media shield law is actually an effort to limit free speech. And they react to Harry Reid's assertion that people aren't signing up for Obamacare because they don't know how to use the internet.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review react to the Democrat favored to win a U.S. Senate seat in Iowa telling donors in Texas that a vote for him can prevent an Iowa farmer from becoming chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee. They also have a lot of fun with the new ad of a Republican Senate candidate in Iowa proudly announcing she castrated hogs when she was young. And they shake their heads as the Obama administration arbitrarily extends another Obamacare deadline.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review see a lot of political upside in Bill Maher encouraging Democrats to stand up and oppose the Second Amendment. They also react to news that General Motors covered up a fatal defect in Chevrolet Cobalts for years while receiving taxpayer bailout dollars. And they have fun discussing the items for sale in the Democrats' online store.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged that statistics guru Nate Silver sees Republicans taking the Senate majority in this year's midterm elections. They also recoil at news that aborted and miscarried babies were incinerated at many different hospitals in Britain, some of them to provide energy. And they shudder at numerous reports suggesting NSA leaker Edward Snowden is actively helping Russia avoid U.S. intelligence efforts.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleasantly surprised to see a Jimmy Fallon skit slamming Obamacare and Obama's handling of Ukraine. They also shake their heads as Nancy Pelosi insists reporters refer to Obamacare as the Affordable Care Act. And they slap their foreheads at how cable news is covering the missing Malaysian plane and one channel even brought in a psychic.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Rand Paul for going to Berkeley to rail against the NSA, when few conservatives dare to tread that ground. They also react to the hotly debated story suggesting White House reporters submit specific questions to Jay Carney and get written responses even before the briefings. And they discuss the latest insulting marketing tactics designed to get young people to sign up for Obamacare.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleasantly surprised to see Senate Democrats holding up a number of Obama nominations. They also separate fact from fiction as the government touts five million Obamacare enrollments. And they shake their heads as President Obama focuses on fundraisers and celebrity interviews while major crises unfold.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Alec Torres of National Review cheer a new University of Virginia Crystal Ball report showing the ten Senate seats most likely to change parties in 2014 are all held by Democrats. They also groan as President Obama offers limited sanctions in response to Russia annexing Crimea. And they dread the future of the internet now that the U.S. is unilaterally giving up control of it.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see The Washington Post expose Democratic attacks on Republicans and the Koch brothers as lies. They also react to President Obama finally admitting many people were always going to lose their doctors due to Obamacare. And they discuss the wild theories surrounding the Malaysian airliner that vanished.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see President Obama issue a de facto two-year delay on the individual mandate. They also groan as the House and Senate can't even agree on aiding Ukraine. And they have fun with Texas Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee claiming our Constitution is 400 years old.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleasantly surprised that a flawed Republican won a special congressional election in Florida. They also groan as Alaska Democratic Sen. Mark Begich runs TV ads demonizing the Koch brothers. And they rip President Obama for telling people they can afford Obamacare if they just get rid of their phones and cable
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker for rapidly growing his state's economy and giving back surplus dollars through tax cuts. They also cheer West Virginia's Democratic-led legislature for approving a ban on abortions after 20 weeks. They wonder how Jeffrey Thompson 19s confessions to shady campaign fundraising will affect Hillary Clinton 19s 2016 campaign. Finally, they poke fun at Senate Democrats for having a climate change talk-a-thon when they can't even get their own caucus on board.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are happy to hear former Florida Gov. Charlie Crist sound clueless about Obamacare as he runs for his old job as a Democrat. They also reluctantly agree with former Defense Secretary Bob Gates 19 predictions that Crimea is already lost to the Russians, and also discussion the USA and EU's insufficient response to Putin. Finally, they explore Geraghty's experience at CPAC and Rand Paul's success in the CPAC straw poll.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Alec Torres of National Review are pleasantly surprised to see New Yorkers souring on liberal Mayor Bill de Blasio. They also react to Jay Carney 19s incoherent insistence that President Obama was not wrong to mock Mitt Romney 19s concerns over Russia in 2012. And they 19re stunned to hear President Obama say that Obamacare is working exactly as intended.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Alec Torres of National Review salute former RT anchor Liz Wahl for resigning on the air over Vladimir Putin's actions and media propaganda. They also shake their heads as Putin presents the seizure of Crimea as a simple vote of the people. And they rip DNC Chairwoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz for likening Darrell Issa's handling of Wednesday's IRS hearing to the crushing of rights in Ukraine and Venezuela.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review review John Cornyn's big primary win in Texas. They also react to Arkansas Sen. Mark Pryor alleging his GOP opponent feels entitled to a Senate seat because of his military service. And they rip Florida Rep. Alan Grayson after his estranged wife accuses him of domestic violence.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review explain how a new poll showing many more people directly hurt than helped by Obamacare could impact the midterm elections. They also explore the many options President Obama could have used to inflict economic or diplomatic pain on Russia - but didn 19t. Finally, they refute Sally Kohn 19s claims that conservatives 19 criticism of Obama 19s response to Russia makes them pro-Putin.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see North Carolina Sen. Kay Hagan dig a deeper hole for herself by insisting you can still keep your health care plan if you like it. They also cringe as John Boehner and President Obama get chummy on immigration reform. And they rip the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals for ruling school officials were right to force students to remove American flag shirts on Cinco de Mayo.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review explore a recent poll from CBS News which shows Americans deeply dissatisfied with President Obama. They also worry about whether Russia's current military moves imply an upcoming attack on Ukraine. Finally, they are disgusted by Harry Reid's comments suggesting Obamacare horror stories are false, and that the Koch brothers are un-American.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review explain why Florida congressional candidate Alex Sink 19s comments on immigration may sink her campaign. They are also dismayed by the possibility of all U.S. troops coming home from Afghanistan and the chaos it will leave behind. Finally, they touch on the current CPAC soap opera over who should be included.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged by polling in three key Senate races that Republicans need to win to have a good shot at taking the majority in 2015. They also wince as a new government report shows twice as many small business employees will be paying higher health care costs compared to those who will see lower costs. They rip a proposal in New York that would mandate government-run parenting classes for kids to advance in school. And they pay tribute to legendary filmmaker and actor Harold Ramis.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud the positive political shifts in Ukraine and the Obama administration's moves to protect Ukraine from Russian intervention They are also distressed over the huge military budget cuts and sequestration and how it will affect national security and the well being of soldiers and their families. Finally, they are both delighted about the end of Piers Morgan 19s CNN talk show.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Alec Torres of National Review cautiously welcome West Virginia's Sen. Joe Manchin's vow to back repeal of Obamacare. They also shudder as a new report shows far more black babies were aborted than born alive in New York City in 2012. And they discuss how liberals are now targeting e-cigarettes.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged by research showing low popularity ratings for a president usually means terrible results for his party in midterm Senate races. They also rip President Obama for not aligning the U.S. on the side of Ukrainian freedom fighters and for issuing another hollow warning to both sides about not crossing the line in the current standoff. And they pound a GOP lawmaker in Missouri for appropriating money to fund tin foil hats for the opponents of the Common Core educational standards.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are excited about Russia's Olympic hockey defeat. They also discuss the new Congressional Budget Office report and how a minimum wage hike impacts jobs. Finally, they praise James O'Keefe and Project Veritas for their latest investigation into the allegedly illegal actions of Battleground Texas.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are happy about the Democratic campaign strategy of trying to spin Obamacare as a good thing. They also rip into the Obama administration's attempt to present the stimulus as a success. Finally, they react to conservative attempts to defeat Sen. Lindsey Graham in the primary.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss whether a GOP focus on Bill Clinton's legacy (including Monica Lewinsky)is legitimate for the 2016 campaign. They also elaborate on reports of the highest political donors of the last 25 years being dominated by organized labor. Finally, they poke fun at the hypocrisy of John Kerry 19s comments on climate change in light of the carbon emissions of his current trip.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Betsy Woodruff of National Review cheer an appeals court ruling striking down California laws requiring residents to have a "good cause" before receiving a concealed weapons permit. They also lash out as the Obama administration forces business owners looking to dodge the employer mandate from to say the job losses are not because of Obamacare. And New York City Mayor Bill DeBlasio says it was better for kids to be in school than at home during the snow storm because there's no better place for kids to be in terms of getting shelter, nutrition and a place to stay when their parents are working.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy watching Democrats like Kirsten Powers admit they're tired of defending Obamacare. They also discuss House GOP leaders endorsing a clean debt ceiling extension, with Jim saying it's a reflection of current political reality and Greg suggesting Republicans missed an opportunity for concessions and now have a hard time making the case they're the party of fiscal restraint. And they have fun with Texas State Senator Wendy Davis now saying she's really not all that opposed to late-term abortion bans.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see another delay of Obamacare's employer mandate and suggest it will never be implemented. They also react to the Ohio National Guard creating a terrorism drill based on pro-gun Americans lashing out with weapons of mass destruction and taking orders from a white supremacist leader. And they have fun with the news that 21 Iraqi suicide bombers in training were killed while making a demonstration video about suicide bombings.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Kevin Williamson of National Review dig into 1cThe Hillary Papers 1d and discuss how they 19ll impact her like presidential campaign. They also discuss reports that Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid may tinker with filibuster rules again. Finally, Kevin fires back as Minnesota Rep. Rep. Keith Ellison tries to spin projection of Obamacare resulting in 2.5 million fewer jobs into a positive because it means parents will be home more.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged that more Democrats, and even former Obama cabinet officials, are getting behind the Keystone XL pipeline. They also sigh as the January jobs report fails to meet modest expectations. And they examine the favorable overview of Vladimir Putin offered by Bob Costas during NBC's coverage of the Winter Olympics.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss the contrast between Obama 19s statements at the National Prayer Breakfast and his actual political record. They also groan as the woman supposedly investigating the IRS scandal refuses to testify before Congress. And they laugh a little about Clay Aiken 19s run for Congress.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss the impact of the new Congressional Budget Office report on Obamacare forecasting the loss of over two million jobs. They are also dismayed by Texas Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee desiring to give President Obama proposed executive orders he can sign. Finally, they address the infrastructure mess at the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss the reasons for New Jersey Rep. Rob Andrews' resignation. They note how former Obama strategists believe Hillary Clinton is in danger of making the same mistakes that cost her the 2008 election. They also lament Mayor DeBlasio's choice to defund NYC charter schools. Finally, they sound off on how Cover Oregon bamboozled the federal government into believing the state insurance exchange was making progress in advance of the Obamacare rollout.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer the positive environmental evaluation of the Keystone XL project. They also groan as President Obama dodges and denies major controversies are a big deal. And they react to a 9-11 truther somehow crashing the interview session for the Superbowl MVP.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Charlie Cooke of National Review are surprised the Obama administration is seeking the death penalty for the surviving Boston Marathon bombing suspect. They also cheer the retirement of Henry Waxman and shudder at the impact he's had over the past 40 years. And they react to the unsurprising news that TSA's revealing scanners never actually did the job they were supposed to do and the TSA staffers monitoring the scanners routinely mocked the bodies of travelers.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Charlie Cooke of National Review welcome the news that Democratic donors and strategists are urging the party to give up hopes of winning back the House and focus on the Senate, even as many Senate Democrats are desperate to disassociate themselves from President Obama. They also groan as House Republican leaders press forward in their desire to legalize illegal immigrants. And they discuss Obama's repeated reference to a flawed statistic suggesting women are getting the shaft on pay compared to men.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss how President Obama focused on relatively small issues during the State of the Union. They also lament that Obama will be unable to deal competently with the major challenges facing our nation. And they discuss New York Rep. Michael Grimm's threat to a NY1 reporter.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer economist Ben Stein for pointing out that someone else's wealth doesn't make another person poor. As Hillary Clinton calls Benghazi her greatest regret as Secretary of State, they wonder what exactly she regrets. And they discuss how some insurance are automatically enrolling patients with canceled policies into new plans without permission.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Revieware sad but pleased to see Florida Rep. Trey Radel resign his seat in the wake of his arrest for cocaine possession. They also groan as House GOP leaders once again embrace immigration reform, specifically legalization for millions of illegals. And they react to RNC Chairman Reince Priebus pushing to make the 2016 GOP convention much earlier than past years and shortening the primary and caucus schedule.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged that Charlie Crist's effort to become Florida governor as a Democrat seem to be pretty weak. They also react to Mike Huckabee's comments about Democrats and women's libidos. And they discuss the news that Bob McDonnell rejected a government plea bargain that would have him pleading guilty to one felony but leaving his wife in the clear.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged that 62 percent of Americans disapprove of President Obama's policies as a whole. They also cringe as Iran once again points out it gives up nothing in the recent nuclear agreement with the U.S. And they debate whether the antics of Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman were those of a triumphant athlete or someone who can't control their rage.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer the March for Life participants for their message and for braving the elements. They react with disgust to Bob McDonnell's behavior that's now earned him and his wife a federal indictment and also discuss the latest blame shifting and poor messaging from pro-choice hero Wendy Davis in the Texas governor's race. And they have fun with the news Warren Buffett will pay a billion dollars to anyone who picks all games correctly in this year's NCAA basketball tournament.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Betsy Woodruff of National Review are glad to see plenty of heat aimed at New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo for suggesting some conservatives "have no place" in his state. They also discuss how the threat of terrorist attacks is greatly overshadowing the Olympics themselves. And they have fun with the news that a Maryland health exchange help line actually connects users to a Seattle pottery store.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Charlie Cooke of National Review enjoy seeing political experts suggest 10-11 Senate seats held by Democrats could be in play. They also rip New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo for saying pro-life, pro-gun and pro-traditional marriage activists have no place in New York. And they discuss Texas abortion hero Wendy Davis getting caught in some major lies as her campaign for governor gets started.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer CNBC's Rick Santelli for pointing out Europe has tried endless unemployment benefits and wealth redistribution and failed. They're very disappointed that Oklahoma Sen. Tom Coburn will retire with two years left in his term. And they poke fun at the notion that bipartisan seating at the State of the Union Address will somehow lead to more consensus on policy.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Charlie Cooke of National Review get a kick out of President Obama lauding Democratic North Carolina Sen. Kay Hagan after it appears she went to great lengths not to appear beside him at the speech. They also react to Obama once again vowing not to wait for Congress on key issues and promising to act on his own. And they discuss Obama's evolution on surveillance policies as he prepares to unveil NSA reforms.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are cheered to see the retirement announcement of Virginia Rep. Jim Moran, who is known more for his deplorable words and conduct than his work in Congress. They also discuss the Senate Intelligence Committee report on Benghazi and the major blame it places for the government failing to provide better security there despite growing concerns of violence. And they react to the Israeli defense minister referring to Secretary of State John Kerry as "obsessive" and "messianic" and hopes Kerry will win a Nobel Peace Prize and leave Israel alone.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad Virginia Sen. Mark Warner will face a pretty stiff challenge from former RNC Chairman Ed Gillespie. They also cringe as the latest Obamacare enrollment numbers suggest massive health insurance premium increases and medical care costs are on the way. And they discuss the less than stellar Democrats hoping to claim a U.S. Senate seat in South Carolina.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleasantly surprised that likely GOP nominee Terri Lynn Land is ahead by eight points in the Michigan U.S. Senate race. They also react to allegations that the U.S. Ambassador to South Africa broke the law to assist the Bill de Blasio campaign. And they discuss the news that the Spanish-language Obamacare site is often incomprehensible and suffers from the same technical woes as healthcare.gov.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer the 56 U.S. senators, including 16 Democrats, for backing significant sanctions against Iran for any violation of nuclear agreements. They also groan as the December jobs report comes in far worse than expected and 347,000 people quit looking for work. And they revel in the news that actor Shia LaBeouf is retiring.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie for quickly firing people responsible for the September traffic jams that were a political vendetta and for taking ultimate responsibility. They also chide Christie for being more concerned that he was lied to than that thousands of people were effected by the tactic. And they react to Colorado Sen. Mark Udall trying to get state officials to change the definition of a canceled insurance policy in order to lower the number of official cancellations.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review groan as former Defense Secretary Robert Gates confirms President Obama is a weak, politically-driven commander-in-chief. They also shake their heads as six Senate Republicans don't even demand spending cuts in exchange for extended unemployment benefits. And Jim offers a legendary rant in reaction to the news Christie subordinates created massive traffic jams as political retribution for mayors who did not endorse Christie's re-election.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer a federal judge striking down the Chicago ban on gun sales as unconstitutional. They also wince as Republicans are forced to defend a growing number of open House seats in swing districts. And they wonder why Rep. Peter King is getting so personal in his attacks on Sen. Rand Paul over the NSA debate.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased Liz Cheney saved the GOP a nasty Wyoming senate primary by dropping out although they hate to see a serious health issue be the reason. They're also discouraged as Al Qaeda takes control of Fallujah in Iraq. And they find irony as President Obama blames Republicans for skipping town without extending unemployment benefits - while on vacation in Hawaii.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review conclude their gala political awards for 2013. In this final installment they announce their choices for Person of the Year and Turncoat of the Year and they reveal their New Year's resolutions for 2014.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review hand out more year-end political honors. Today, they focus on the most under-reported story, most over-reported story and best story of 2013.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review continue revealing their prestigious year-end political awards. In this installment, they honor the best political ideas of the year, the worst political ideas and the boldest tactics.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review issue more end-of year-awards. Today they focus on the worst scandal of 2013, the best political theater and the worst political theater.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review list the figures they were most sorry to see pass away in 2013 and reveal their choices for rising political stars and political figures fading into oblivion.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review begin their end -of-year awards. Today they name their most over-rated, most under-rated and most honest politicians of 2013.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer a new poll showing Obamacare more unpopular than ever and Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin ripping the administration for demanding people pay more for something they don't want. They also discourage the idea of releasing Israeli spy Jonathan Pollard in the wake of new revelations that the U.S. and British spied on Israel. And they react to President Obama symbolically planning to sign up for Obamacare today.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer President Obama allowing some people kicked off their health coverage by Obamacare to skip paying the individual mandate tax. They also discuss reports that healthcare.gov was such a security risk that administration experts advised shutting it down for repairs - but were overruled. And they discuss a new poll showing Americans still blame George W. Bush for the economy more than they blame President Obama.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see Democrats saying Hillary Clinton will need to run as a Washington outsider who can change the way people perceive Washington - much as Pope Francis has changed the way people view the Vatican. They also unload on the free speech police for condemning the star of Duck Dynasty for views on homosexuality. And they rip liberal elitists who think it's OK to lie to businesses to get bigger discounts.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer the news that Utah Democratic Rep. Jim Matheson will retire, paying the way for a GOP pickup and a win for rising star Mia Love. They also worry that Dems may have a good chance to pick up a House seat in Virginia, now that Frank Wolf is retiring. And they react to Barbara Walters admitting Obama supporters really thought he was the next messiah.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer a federal judge for calling the NSA's massive data collection as unconstitutional and almost Orwellian. They also react to Jay Carney being unable to guarantee that people who pay pay their Obamacare premiums by Monday will have coverage on January 1. And they discuss the story of the highest paid EPA employee taking months off at a time and claiming he was with the CIA, when in fact he was just taking really long breaks.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Betsy Woodruff of National Review discuss Bob Woodward's contention that President Obama is toxic to congressional deals and Congress does much better without him. They also react to the government admitting that 15,000 people who paid their Obamacare premiums are nowhere to be found in the records of insurance companies. And they groan as Donald Trump creates another stir over a possible run for office - this time for governor of New York.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleasantly surprised to see PolitiFact award President Obama the "Lie of the Year". They also react to several more sudden changes in the new health care law. And they discuss news that North Korean dictator Kim Jong-Un had his own uncle executed as a traitor.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are relieved the U.S. didn't intervene in Syria since the man touted as a moderate future leader was chased out by radicals. They also react to the Ryan-Murray budget plan and scold John Boehner for declaring any opposition to the bill 'ridiculous'. And they discuss revelations that the Mandela memorial service interpreter is a sometimes violent schizophrenic who claims he was hallucinating during the service.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy Mary Landrieu's new ad suggesting she solved the Obamacare problem by getting President Obama to allow canceled plans to be extended another year. They also discuss why many people are upset by Obama's handshake with Cuban dictator Raul Castro. And they have fun with the news that the sign language interpreter at the Nelson Mandela memorial service was a fraud.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are impressed by polls in several states that show Obamacare as an albatross for Democratic incumbents and hopefuls. They also react to a new study showing the top forty percent of Americans pay more than 100 percent of income taxes and the bottom forty percent get more money from the government than they pay. And they discuss a National Journal column suggesting Obama's second term was largely derailed by the Sandy Hook murders.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see President Obama admit government agencies aren't very efficient in running things. They also react to an Obamacare architect saying you can probably keep your doctor if you're willing to pay a lot more. And they discuss MSNBC's Rachel Harris Perry contending that "Obamacare" is a term meant to demean and belittle the president and likens it to the N-word.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are thrilled to see Louisiana Sen. Mary Landrieu say she would back Obamacare again and thinks the only problems are the technical issues. They also react to the GOP offering briefings on how candidates should address women. And they discuss the Colorado Obamacare CEO asking for a raise to her already hefty salary.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are skeptical of Arkansas Sen. Mark Pryor's ad in which he admits mistakes while discussing his faith in God but never explains what mistakes he made as senator. They also groan as House Republican leaders keep talking about passing immigration reform. And they react to Martin Bashir's departure from MSNBC in the wake of horrible comments about Sarah Palin.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer a new poll showing millenials souring big time on President Obama. They also wince as Obama's political arm tries to turn the anniversary of the Sandy Hook school killings into events to push gun control legislation. And they react to reports that insurance companies will have to estimate how much the government owes them in Obamacare subsidies because that part of healthcare.gov hasn't even been built yet.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged by reports that Hillary Clinton supporters are already distancing her from Obama and Democrats on the ballot in 2014 are unlikely to want Obama campaigning for them. They also groan as the Obama administration engages in more pointless spin as Obamacare's roll out continues to sputter. And Jim unleashes an epic rant over the controversy of wishing someone a Merry Christmas.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged that non-conservatives like David Brooks of the New York Times and Chuck Todd of NBC News suggest Obamacare's disastrous debut is proof that government fails to do many things well. They also rip the Obama administration over the IRS auditing a cancer patient who told Fox News he would 'let nature take its course' rather than pay much higher premiums and deductible. And they react to Amazon.com planning to use drones to deliver packages within 30 minutes of placing an order.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad to see a mainstream media reporter like Mark Halperin admit that Obamacare will lead to rationing of care and people dying as a result. They also react to President Obama telling a pro-amnesty heckler that he would stop all deportations if he could. And we rip on the Obama administration's effort to turn Thanksgiving into a national Obamacare pitch.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review see Democrats getting more wobbly on Obamacare as even Minnesota Sen. Al Franken suggests a delay in the individual mandate may be necessary. They also react to the Obama administration trumpeting a deal that weakens sanctions on Iran in exchange for a pause in the nuclear program. And they wonder why a solid majority of Americans disapprove of Obama's performance, issue positions and integrity yet 70 percent still like him.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review find delicious irony in the news that many Democratic congressional staffers are not happy with the impact Obamacare is having on them. They also groan as Senate Democrats essentially kill the filibuster. And they're disgusted as the Defense Department proposes cutting military spending by closing all stateside commissaries.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Eliana Johnson of National Review are intrigued as South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott refuses ducks the chance to publicly endorse fellow Sen. Lindsey Graham. They also cringe as The Washington Post further details the proof that you often can't keep your doctor under Obamacare. And they react to the Senate Democrats invoking the nuclear option and ending filibusters on judicial and executive branch nominations.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Betsy Woodruff of National Review are pleased to see public approval tanking for President Obama and especially for Obamacare. They also groan as Obama blames GOP criticism of Obamacare as the reason the health care exchanges don't work. And they shake their heads as GOP Rep. Trey Radel is busted for buying cocaine.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review hope Nancy Pelosi is being honest when she says Democrats will "stand tall" on Obamacare in 2014. They also react to New York Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand saying "we all knew" some health plans would be cancelled under Obamacare because they supposedly weren't good enough. And they shake their heads as Washington, D.C.'s insurance commissioner is fired after criticizing President Obama's "fix" for those who lost their health coverage.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged that the media and most Democrats do not consider President Obama's insurance 'fix' a serious effort to help the newly uninsured. They also slam Obama for blatantly stating his change to the law is designed to shift blame to the insurance industry. And they have fun responding to an MSNBC personality suggesting that several Democratic senators are going wobbly on Obamacare because their Senate seats have been gerrymandered.
Greg Corombos and Jim Geraghty try to wrap their heads around President Obama's sudden decision to allow Americans to keep their existing plans for another year and setting the stage for blaming insurance companies if that doesn't happen. They also discuss the president's confessions of failure and more.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see more and more Dems abandon support for Obamacare - including blue state liberals. They applaud James O'Keefe for his new videos showing Obamacare navigators willingly encouraging insurance fraud. Greg and Jim also discuss whether passing a bill that allows people to keep their health plans is the right plan or whether they should watch it burn. And they discuss a sleazy ad suggesting young people enroll in Obamacare so they can get free birth control and have risk-free sex with apparent strangers.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are intrigued as Bill Clinton publicly calls for changes to allow people to keep their existing health care plans. They also cringe as new reports suggest healthcare.gov is a security nightmare. And they discuss news suggesting the first enrollment numbers will be stunningly low, fudged nonetheless and could have been provided at any time.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Charlie Cooke of National Review are encouraged by new poll numbers showing Democrats just as unpopular as Republicans. They also rip the Veterans Administration for dropping the ball on helping returning veterans and for showing America what government-run health care would look like. And they react to an ESPN commentator suggesting that we should stop playing a "militaristic" anthem before sporting events.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Charles C.W. Cooke of National Review enjoy Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood mocking Obamacare at the CMA award show. They also fume as the Obama administration declares Obamacare is not a federal health care program and refuses to apply fraud protections. And they aren't surprised in the least as Joe Biden congratulates the wrong person for winning the Boston mayoral race.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review go through the many factors that contributed to Ken Cuccinelli's narrow defeat in the Virginia governor's race with a focus on whether the national GOP did all it could to help pull out a win. We also discuss how the Obamacare implosion nearly cost Terry McAuliffe the win in Virginia and sets an ominous stage for Democrats in 2014. And we react to Toronto Mayor Rob Ford admitting that he smoked crack cocaine, probably during one of his drunken stupors.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review share their stories of short lines at the polls and Greg shares the answers he got from GOP and Democratic election volunteers as to why their candidates deserve to win. They also discuss voting problems in a key Virginia county and reports that the Libertarian candidate for governor is bankrolled by a high-profile Obama bundler. And they discuss the revelation that Jon Huntsman's campaign was behind shady 2012 allegations ranging from Mitt Romney's tax returns to Mitch Daniels' marriage to Herman Cain's supposed infidelities.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Betsy Woodruff of National Review discuss the odd likelihood that the GOP will cruise to victory in New Jersey tomorrow but winning in Virginia will be an uphill climb. They also cringe as a Stage 4 cancer survivors loses her coverage and doctor thanks to Obamacare and Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel tells Chris Wallace that he does know better than Americans what they need in a health care plan. And they react to a new book that quotes President Obama as telling aides he's really good at killing people through drone strikes.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are amused by Hillary Clinton's strategy of taking some shots at President Obama under the assumption he will be a liability in 2016. They also unload on former IRS official Lois Lerner after reports show she illegally shared Tea Party information with the White House. And they react to Obamacare enrolling a mere six people on the first day the exchanges were open.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review offer three scary martinis on Halloween. They start by slamming President Obama for doubling down on his palpable lies in defending his new health laws. They recoil as the Obama administration's own numbers suggest 93 million people will lose their health coverage once the employer mandate is implemented. And they're horrified as 15 state health care exchanges cost more than $1.1 billion.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see The Washington Post give President Obama four "pinocchios" for his lie assuring Americans they could keep their health plans. They also groan as most House Democrats ignore the obvious exchange debacle and slam Republicans for trying to delay Obamacare. And they're almost left speechless when HHS Sec. Kathleen Sebelius says healthcare.gov has never crashed.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer multiple media outlets for getting the administration to admit some people will lose their coverage and that officials knew this would happen three years ago. They rip Obama for either throwing the intelligence community under the bus for the latest NSA controversy or being thoroughly detached from his job. And they discuss reports that the British Navy is successfully deterring African pirates by blaring Britney Spears music.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud 60 Minutes for a thorough and devastating report on what happened in Benghazi, who was involved and the lack of any help from our own government for it's people. They also try to figure out why Libertarians are stiff-arming Ken Cuccinelli in Virginia. And they roll their eyes as President Obama claims to know nothing about NSA surveillance on other foreign leaders.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy watching Democrats embrace delays in Obamacare implementation just days after calling GOP efforts to delay anarchist and terrorist tactics. They also cringe as the healthcare.gov contractors refuse to take any blame for the massive exchange problems at a House hearing and Democrats call the session a "monkey court". And we observe three years of the Three Martini Lunch by reflecting on our very first crazy martini - and it's a doozy!
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer Paul Ryan for pointing out states are foolish to believe the federal government will be able to bankroll their expansions of Medicaid. They also discuss a CBS report showing how the Obamacare site is badly misleading people into thinking their new health care policies are much less expensive than they really are. And they react to an administration official getting fired for tweets slamming Obama policy and personal characteristics of his colleagues.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are happy to see Consumer Reports telling people to stay away from the Obamacare exchanges. They also cringe as new post-shutdown polls show the GOP taking a pretty big hit. They react to the widow of Rep. Bill Young telling Charlie Crist and two other Dems to stay away from his funeral. And Greg pays tribute to his dad, who was honored by his hometown last night for 35 years of excellence in city leadership.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see the Obama administration simply admit the online health care exchanges are a disaster. They also cringe as a new report shows 15 percent of Americans between 16-24 years old aren't in school or working. And they react to a Portland, Oregon, school district spending over $500,000 to root out racist concepts like rugged individualism, showing up on time and peanut butter and jelly sandwiches.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss the latest Obamacare exchange nightmares, from insurers getting faulty information to the exchanges getting built through outdated programs. They also examine how a year delay of the individual mandate may be inevitable. And they have fun with the news that Arnold Schwarzenegger is trying to change the Constitution so he can run for president.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glumly relieved that the GOP avoided further horrible polls numbers through the end of the government shutdown. They are unhappy with the election of Cory Booker to the U.S. Senate. Greg is upset with Mitch McConnell's decision to make it almost impossible for Congress to use the debt ceiling as a way to demand fiscal restraint and abdicate responsibility while Jim sees it as a tactical admission that the debt ceiling is not an effective tool for demanding change. And they discuss the future of House Speaker John Boehner.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review debate the lessons for conservatives as an apparent deal is struck to fund the government and raise the debt ceiling. Geraghty sees the past weeks as a major loss for the right as supporters of defunding Obamacare pushed the envelope without enough votes to win the day and had no concrete back-up plan. Corombos says conservatives should have pursued different tactics but salutes those willing to take a principled stand even without the votes, as opposed to the establishment GOP who just wanted to rubber stamp both issues and move on.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see Democratic Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper telling Michael Bloomberg and other gun control advocates to stay out of the state after two of his anti-gun allies were recalled and another might be on their way soon. They also groan as reports show that not only will Obamacare increase health care premiums but deductibles are about to skyrocket for many Americans as well. And they discuss the exposed mythology of Newark Mayor Cory Booker on the eve of his likely win in New Jersey's U.S. Senate race.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Charlie Cooke of National Review are pleasantly shocked to see Obama apologist & Washington Post columnist Ezra Klein slam the Obamacare exchange rollout. They also rip CNN for focusing on two small bad elements of an otherwise America-honoring rally Sunday on the National Mall. And they sigh as Bob Costas goes on another societal mission - this time to shame Washington into dropping the "Redskins" as its mascot.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss what the latest Terry McAuliffe scandal says about the front-runner in the Virginia governor's race. They expose Harry Reid's blatantly false narrative of the military benefits scandal. And they explain why conservatives might not want to get too excited about the trucker protest around the Capital Beltway.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see CNN's Wolf Blitzer call for a one-year delay of Obamacare after online exchange nightmares. They also groan as Senate Dems have no interest in a short-term debt ceiling hike. And they slap their foreheads as the Associated Press fails to fact-check a story accusing Virginia gubernatorial candidate Terry McAuliffe of lying to federal officials.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see President Obama is taking a big chunk of the blame for the government shutdown, although not as much as Congress. They also scold the Defense Department for withholding death benefits to the families of slain service members even though Congress approved that funding. And they rip the White House press corps for failing to ask a single tough question to President Obama on Tuesday and for failing to even mention the flawed Obamacare exchanges or keeping people out of national parks and memorials.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see former Obamacare supporters understand the cost of their coverage is going up and they point out the lies uttered by HHS Sec. Kathleen Sebelius on national television. They groan as a new bipartisan poll shows the government shutdown is further damaging Ken Cuccinelli's bid to be the next governor of Virginia. And they discuss the Obama administration's double standard of locking down the mall for most Americans but rolling out the welcome mat for a major immigration rally.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are thrilled to see a Delta Force team capture a key suspect form the 1998 terrorist attacks against U.S. embassies. They also groan as Treasury Secretary Jack Lew refuses to say how many people enrolled in the Obamacare exchanges but refers instead to number of hits on the website. And they slam Florida Rep. Alan Grayson for saying the problem with the GOP is "religious fanatics" and "freedom fiends".
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review react to an unnamed Obama administration official saying it doesn't matter how long a government shutdown lasts because it believes it is "winning". They also shake their heads after Vice President Biden says he is proud of the National Park Service worker who blocked veterans from the World War II Memorial. And they discuss online security expert John McAfee's contention that hackers can run wild and steal the identities of millions of people.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are shocked to see whole states and locales where not a single person enrolled on the Obamacare exchanges. They also slam President Obama for telling Wall St. it needs to be much more worried about the possibility of default. And they shred Harry Reid on multiple fronts for his reasons to deny funding for juvenile cancer treatments.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer the World War II vets who trumped efforts by the Obama administration to deny them access to the World War II Memorial due to the partial government shutdown. They also rip congressional Democrats for refusing to fund veterans programs, national parks and other priorities because they demand a clean continuing resolution. And they unload on the federal government for spending $100,000 on one outhouse in Alaska.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of Radio America are not at all stunned to see widespread glitches as the Obama health care exchanges open. They also rip President Obama for his divisive rhetoric hours before shutdown and slam Democrats and Republicans for failing to pass a single appropriations bill. And they discuss how West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin proved himself a liar in less than a week.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review rip Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid for showing no urgency in addressing the latest House budget bill. They're also pleasantly shocked that Saturday Night Live opened a new season by mocking Obamacare. And Geraghty rips the GOP strategy of attaching Obamacare rollbacks to government funding as a political loser while Corombos counters with questions on behalf of those pushing for the House to stay the course.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged that West Virginia Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin wants to delay the individual mandate and ABC News actually reported that some people will be worse off with Obamacare. They also groan as the federal government announces it will pump more than $300 million into a bankrupt Detroit. And they rip White House Communications Director Dan Pfeiffer for saying the president will not negotiate with "people with a bomb strapped to their chest."
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss three more Obamacare headaches. They also discuss why Ken Cuccinelli can't seem to get ahead of Democratic schmoozer Terry McAuliffe in the Virginia governor's race. And they discuss New Jersey U.S. Senate frontrunner Cory Booker's interaction with an Oregon stripper.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer Ted Cruz for his marathon floor speech detailing the horrors of Obamacare and the need to defund it. They also wonder if the GOP should have given more attention to the effort to scrap congressional exemptions for members and staffers. And they discuss Terry McAuliffe's decision to embrace gun control in Virginia.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Betsy Woodruff of National Review are pleased to see a record number of Americans concluding the government has too much power. They also discuss the ugly, public brawl between Republicans trying to defund Obamacare and Republicans fearful of getting the blame for a possible government shutdown. And they react to Nancy Pelosi saying there's no more areas in the budget that can be cut and that Obama has honored his vow to cut the deficit in half within four years.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see the New York Times trumpeting more bad news from Obamacare. This time it's the revelation that customers will get very few choices for care in exchange for lower premiums. They also condemn the terrorist attacks in Kenya and Pakistan - and specifically the targeting of Christians by Muslim extremists. And they slam President Obama for using his eulogy to the Navy Yard victims to push for gun control and claim that if we care enough about the victims then we'll support his policies.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Kevin Williamson of National Review are impressed by Rep. Trey Gowdy's grilling of Benghazi investigation co-chairman Adm. Mike Mullen. They also rip Louisiana Sen. Mary Landrieu for telling constituents that members of Congress and their staffers are not getting special treatment on Obamacare. And Kevin offers his very unvarnished assessment of the New York City mayoral race.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are intrigued by a new web video from John Boehner that rips Obama for refusing to negotiate with Republicans on fiscal issues while warmly receiving talks with Vladimir Putin. They also debate whether conservative lawmakers are wise or foolhardy to insist on defunding Obamacare as part of funding the government after September. And they react to an unsettling anti-Obamacare ad about the dangers of the government getting involved in health care.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Eliana Johnson of National Review cheer an upcoming House vote to defund Obamacare but are skeptical of how committed Speaker Boehner is to the idea. They also rip the CIA for suspending a Benghazi survivor because he wouldn't sign a non-disclosure agreement. And they shake their heads as the liberal media use the AR-15 as the poster child for gun control but when it's confirmed there was no AR-15 involved in Monday's shooting, they claim the type of weapon doesn't matter.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss the need for more attention on mental illness and enforcing existing laws that should keep them from getting guns. They also rip gun control advocates for pushing their agenda while the crisis was still unfolding and making another push to restrict the rights of law-abiding gun owners. And they shake their heads at the media mistakes from Monday's shootings - especially identifying a man as the shooter only to find out he wasn't.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review offer general thoughts on the Navy Yard shootings, question the wisdom of the U.S.-Russia deal on Syria and discuss the tough job facing Republicans over the budget and debt fights.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Betsy Woodruff of National Review cheer National Review's Eliana Johnson for exposing the truth behind Cory Booker's supposedly amazing personal narrative. They also discuss concerns over how lawmakers are defining a journalist in media shield legislation. And they're stunned at a truly bizarre ad by a candidate for mayor of Minneapolis.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Charlie Cooke of National Review take a closer look at the recall of two-anti-gujn lawmakers in Colorado through Charlie's on-the-ground reporting. They also rip Vladimir Putin's sanctimonious letter to the American people and shake their heads that President Obama has been so weak in dealing with Putin and having no idea why America is exceptional. And they discuss the Million Muslim March coming almost a million short of their goal and for making the event a 9/11 conspiracy theory forum.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review celebrate the recall of two anti-gun lawmakers in Colorado. They struggle with the contradictions in Obama's Syria speech and they shake their heads as he now ignores Congress and claims credit for Russia diplomatic overture.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad there's less likelihood for military action in Syria since the vast majority of Americans don't want it. They also cringe as Vladimir Putin out-maneuvers Obama at every turn of this debate. And they laugh as the Obama administration tries to take credit for a possible diplomatic settlement that Russia and Syria concocted based on a John Kerry gaffe.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see at least one of the recall efforts against state senators who backed gun control legislation has a good chance to succeed. They also shake their heads as Secretary of State John Kerry promises a strike in Syria would be "unbelievably small" and another official compares Syria's chemical weapons to eating Cheerios. And they wonder why NBC is giving so much attention to Anthony Weiner in the final days of his pathetic campaign.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review shake their heads as a new jobs report shows some jobs created, but not enough to offset people leaving the workforce. They discuss Obama's unsuccessful efforts to convince anyone that attacking Syria is a good idea. And they celebrate the start of the 2013 NFL season.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review appreciate a BuzzFeed article showing Mitt Romney was proven right on issues ranging from Russia to Obamacare to Detroit. They also sigh as John Kerry seems to misrepresent the strength of Al Qaeda within the Syrian rebel movement and Syrian rebels are caught on video executing prisoners. And they slam Massachusetts Sen. Ed Markey for mustering up the courage to vote "present" on use of force in Syria.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are impressed by a new ad for Virginia GOP gubernatorial nominee Ken Cuccinelli that explains how he was able to exonerate a man falsely convicted of rape. They also groan as President Obama says it wasn't his red line on Syria but the world's and that his credibility is not on the line. And they examine the shaky performance of Secretary of State John Kerry, Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel and Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Gen. Martin Dempsey on Capitol Hill.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see the U.S. and Israel preparing for possible retaliatory strikes if we hit Syria. We also cringe as Obama flinches on Syria - and then goes golfing. And we comment on Dennis Rodman returning to North Korea to hang out with murderous dictator Kim Jong Un.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Charlie Cooke of National Review react to the British Parliament rejecting a push to join the military action in Syria. They slam President Obama for suggesting that government activity is a better path to economic prosperity than letting the free markets work. And they shake their heads as MSNBC's Chris Matthews claims that Adolf Hitler did not use chemical weapons during World War II.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Charlie Cooke of National Review are pleased to see a military jury sentence Ft. Hood terrorist Nidal Hasan to death. They also savage a Slate column suggesting people are bad if they send their kids to private schools. And they try really hard to figure out what Obama's Syria policy is and what an attack might do.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review celebrate the anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King's 'I Have A Dream' speech. They also lament the huge percentage of single-parent homes, especially among blacks. And they discuss the ability of Democrats to embrace arguments for an attack on Syria that they vehemently condemned in the build-up to the Iraq War.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer two GOP senators for trying to stop lawmakers, staffers and administration officials from getting special treatment on Obamacare. They also cringe as Washington bids to host the 2024 Olympics. And they wonder why administration officials are so willing to reveal every conceivable detail about impending military strikes on Syria.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see Sen. Bob Corker pushing loudly for more congressional probing of the NSA. They also slam President Obama for saying there is no deficit crisis and any attempt to say there is is just Republicans trying to deny people health care. And they discuss the latest basic cable raunch, officially known as the MTV Video Music Awards.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like the reports that San Diego Mayor Bob Filner will resign, but they're not sure why a "settlement" was needed to force the issue. They also groan as more companies announce they will not cover many spouses once Obamacare kicks in. And they discuss Bradley Manning now claiming to be a woman and he wants taxpayers to pay for his gender transition.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged that the RNC is in much better financial shape than the debt-ridden DNC. They also wince over new poll numbers showing Terry McAuliffe six points ahead of Ken Cuccinelli in the Virginia governor's race. And they discuss reports that the Syrians used chemical weapons in the ongoing civil war.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see Pennsylvania Democrats battling each other over fracking. They also slam President Obama's incoherent position on aid to Egypt. And they react to the clamor over the birth certificate of Texas Sen. Ted Cruz.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged by a new poll showing Louisiana Sen. Mary Landrieu with high negatives and already trailing her likely opponent. They also examine why Huma Abedin was allowed to work for private companies while still serving as a top aide to Hillary Clinton. And they wonder why Time.com 19s Michael Grunwald spent part of his weekend getting excited about defending a hypothetical drone strike to kill Julian Assange.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Charlie Cooke of National Review are not surprised to learn the NSA routinely violates the law in accessing our private communications. They also shake their heads as New York City politicians push for even more gun control. And they discuss the latest allegations against San Diego Mayor Bob Filner.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see a large majority of Americans disapproving of President Obama's economic performance. They also groan as the lawyer for former Rep. Jesse Jackson, Jr. blames his client's criminal behavior on mental illness. And they discuss the pros and cons of the RNC possibly lining up Rush Limbaugh, Sean Hannity and Mark Levin to be moderators for the GOP primary debates in 2016.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are amused as the panel on MSNBC's 'Morning Joe' extols the superiority of a woman president but cannot explain why. They also cringe as the violence in Egypt escalates. And they try to figure out why President Obama is hosting the 1972 Miami Dolphins next week.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Bob Costa of National Review discuss the GOP debate over whether to tie defunding Obamacare to funding the government. They also react to the Obama administration adding another unilateral delay to the implementation of Obamacare. And they share their thoughts on "birtherism" being raised at a GOP town hall.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are happy to hear Democrats say they plan to run on Obamacare in 2014. They also rip the mainstream media for ignoring several troubling stories about popular New Jersey Senate favorite Cory Booker. And they react to reports that the Obamas' dog got a separate flight to Martha's Vineyard.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Katrina Trinko of National Review cheer the Republican National Committee for warming up to the idea of having the national convention earlier in the summer in 2016. They also shake their heads as Vladimir Putin runs roughshod over President Obama once again. And they react to the July jobs report and a poll showing a record number of young adults still living with their parents.
Betsy Woodruff of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America applaud the House of Representatives for passing Tom Price's legislation that block the IRS from enforcing ObamaCare. They have mixed feelings about McCain saying he doesn't know whether he would support Rand Paul or Hillary Clinton in a presidential race. And they are disgusted that San Diego Mayor Bob Filner wants the city to pay for his therapy fees after revelations of sex scandal.
Katrina Trinko of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America discuss the national security spar between Chris Christie and Rand Paul, Kentucky Senator Mitch McConnell's primary race against Matt Bevin, and the Clinton frustration over the Weiner campaign.
Charlie Cooke of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America are happy to discuss a California Republican's winning a state Senate seat. They reveal the inadequacy of President Obama's offer to cut corporate taxes in exchange for increasing spending on job creation. And they are shocked that an iconic 9/11 photograph was almost excluded from the 9/11 memorial because it was too "rah-rah" American.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad to see 69 percent of San Diego resident want Mayor Bob Filner to resign over rampant sexual harassment allegations. They also like the intense debate over how much snooping the government can do on its citizens but dislike how Chris Christie and Rand Paul are making it personal. And they discuss Obama's appointing far more political friends to ambassador posts than previous presidents, including his recent nomination of Caroline Kennedy.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Eliana Johnson of National Review applaud former President George H.W. Bush for shaving his head to encourage the young son of his secret service agent who is being treated for leukemia. They also groan as Obama pivots to the economy by blaming the rich and Republicans for his weak economic results. And Eliana unloads on Huma Abedin for her actions in connection with the latest Anthony Weiner scandal.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review explain why the latest Anthony Weiner scandal is good, bad and crazy. It's good because this should mean Weiner won't be elected mayor, bad because the media continue to carry his water and crazy because there seem to be a lot of psychotic politicians.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America on President Obama's approval ratings dropping to 41%, 500 Al Qaeda terrorists who escaped from Abu Ghraib prison in Iraq, and Obama soliciting celebrities to advertise Obamacare.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America discuss Detroit's filing bankruptcy, the dim outlook for our economy despite Obama's promise to promote job growth, and they welcome the royal baby.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud a Massachusetts State Police photographer for releasing photos of the real Dzokhar Tsarnaev in response to the Rolling Stone cover photo. They also rip the corrupt and incompetent leaders who led Detroit into ruin and bankruptcy. And they wonder why New York Rep. Peter King is mulling a 2016 White House run.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America discuss Ken Cuccinelli's suspicious donor gifts, Virginia congressman Frank Wolf on why Benghazi survivors signed nondisclosure agreements, and the man who cited Joe Biden's advice on self-defense in shooting charge.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like that the House GOP is working to delay the employer and individual Obamacare mandates and that the administration is vowing to veto the bill even though it already plans to delay the employer mandate. They also groan as a lot of conservative money and energy will be diverted to a fierce Republican Senate primary in Wyoming now that Liz Cheney is challenging GOP Sen. Mike Enzi. And they react to South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham suggesting the U.S. boycott the Winter Olympics in Russia next year if Russia grants asylum to Edward Snowden.
Eliana Johnson of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America discuss a recent poll that shows support for the president dropping among blacks, hispanics and the youth. They are astonished to find the Justice Department declined to prosecute improper scrutiny of candidates and campaign donors. And they are sadly unsurprised to find Spitzer and Weiner ahead in New York City polls.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America discuss former democratic governor of Montana Brian Schweitzer decision not to run for 2014 Senate seat and how this presents an opportunity for republicans. They are astonished at Harry Reid who said the Zimmerman trial still isn't over. And they laugh at Glenn Greenwald for claiming Snowden has enough secret information to harm the US more than any other person
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see Homeland Security Sec. Janet Napolitano stepping down. They also groan as Senate Democrats whine about Republican overuse of the filibuster. And they react to San Diego Mayor Bob Filner admission of sexually harassing his employees and his plea for residents to let him prove he can change.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America sympathize with Chuck Todd's annoyance at the excessive coverage of the Zimmerman Trial. They discuss Bob McDonnell's unreported gifts scandal. And they joke about Death Valley National Park which asked visitors not to fry eggs on the pavement.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are intrigued by a possible Sarah Palin Senate run. They also cringe as a down economy forces the U.S. birthrate down. And they have fun with the push by two House Democrats to build a national park on the moon.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America explain why Republicans are unlikely to support immigration reform because they don't trust Obama will enforce border security provisions. They lament over the recent report that 101 million Americans receive federal food aid. And they shake their heads at Wall Street titan Jon Corzine who will not be charged for misusing MF Global funds.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America discuss Chuck Todd's saying that the White House is pessimistic about the immigration bill passing the House, the latest jobs report showing employment still low, and Eliot Spitzer's decision to run for New York City comptroller.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America discuss President Obama's decision to delay implementation of the ObamaCare employer mandate to 2015. They criticize Mohamed Morsi's response to Egyptian protests. And they laugh at Dennis Rodman's incredulous claim that he deserves a Nobel Peace Prize.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America discuss today's good, bad, and crazy martinis! Texas polling shows public opinion of banning abortion after 20 weeks plus safety and cleaning standards for abortion clinics. Syrian rebels behead a Roman Catholic priest. The US Department of Agriculture is funding DC farmer's markets.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer Trey Gowdy for rejecting New York Sen. Chuck Schumer's assertion that Republicans will benefit politically from passing the Senate immigration bill. They also react to reports of repeated deception from the intelligence community about the extent of government surveillance of Americans. And they're stunned by how little media coverage there is of massive Egyptian protests.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Charlie Cooke of National Review cheer a preliminary appeals court ruling in favor of Hobby Lobby against the Obamacare contraception mandate. They also shake their heads as the U.S. Park Police cannot account for more than 1,400 weapons. And they react to an Oregon community holding a memorial service for dead bumblebees.
Charlie Cooke of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America discuss the good, bad, and crazy! The immigration bill is speculated to not pass the House, Paul Ryan may be the next Marco Rubio, and Obama isn't sending jets after Snowden.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Charlie Cooke of National Review agree that the clear will of the people was ignored in the Supreme Court's ruling that California's Proposition 8 can be scrapped because the defenders did not have legal standing. They differ on whether the court engaged in equal protection or judicial activism in striking down a key provision in the Defense of Marriage Act. They slam pro-abortion activists for turning a Texas Senate debate into chaos and Texas Republicans for not doing more to get the law passed. And they shake their heads as Massachusetts elects Ed Markey to the U.S. Senate.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Charlie Cooke of National Review react to the Supreme Court ruling on the Voting Rights Act and the predictable responses from the left. They also slam President Obama for preparing to wage a war on coal with no input from Congress. And they vent over a Nebraska school forcing a deaf three-year-old to change the sign language gesture for his name because it looks too much like a gun.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Bob Costa of National Review react to the Supreme Court having little love for affirmative action despite an anticlimactic decision and the very strong denunciation of the practice by Justice Clarence Thomas. They also decry the Senate sprint to pass the immigration bill and speculate on whether Massachusetts will elect another Republican senator and whether conservatives have much in common with the GOP nominee.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online cheer the defeat of a pork-laden farm bill in the House but shudder at the GOP leadership's inability to count votes. They also shake their heads as the Gang of Eight quickly embraces spending a lot more on border security because it is succeeding in buying GOP votes. And they react to Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel asking a man of Indian descent if he was a member of the Taliban
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America discuss the good, the bad, and the crazy topics of the day. The FBI has foiled a plot by a man intending to kill many people, including the president, with a ray gun, the Gang of 8 are discussing an amendment to the immigration bill about border security, and the NYPD won't be able to profile anyone completely anymore?
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud the GOP House for passing a ban on abortions after 20 weeks. They also rip President Obama for declaring us all citizens of the world and for making a major reduction in nuclear arms a major international goal. And they react to a New Hampshire gun control advocate calling Boston Marathon bomber Tamerlan Tsarnaev as a victim of gun violence.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America discuss today's latest topics. A CNN poll says Americans think that IRS targeting comes from the White House, new Obamacare rule can obtain protected health info without approval, and Obama speaks on the transparency of the NSA.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America discuss a new CNN poll that show Obama's approval ratings declined, they laugh at Bloomberg wanting New Yorkers to sort their compost, and they question whether or not Putin stole Robert Kraft's superbowl ring.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online applaud former Attorney General Ed Meese for explaining how the Gang of 8 immigration plan is almost exactly the same thing as the 1986 amnesty bill. They also shake their heads as President Obama plans to arm islamist rebels in Syria against the Iranian-backed regime. And they slam Nancy Pelosi for saying her Catholic faith is the main reason she holds late-term abortions 'sacred'.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are mostly pleased that the U.S. Supreme Court rejected the idea of patenting natural genes, although it did OK patenting of synthetic DNA. They also vent at NSA leaker Edward Snowden for revealing details of American hacking efforts in China. And they react to New York Rep. Peter King urging prosecution of journalist Glen Greenwald for publishing the NSA story.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad to see George W. Bush rated as more popular than President Obama even though conservatives have mixed views on the Bush years. They also slam the Turkish government for Tuesday's violent response to protests in Istanbul. And they laugh as Massachusetts Rep. Ed Markey claims budget work is not about about math but about arithmetic in his debate before a special U.S. Senate election.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss Marco Rubio's insistence on legalization of immigrants before amnesty. They then praise four democratic senators who may vote against the immigration bill. And they laugh at the NSA's inability to find the whistle-blower Edward Snowden.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America discuss the good, the bad, and the crazy. The public debate on security vs privacy with whistleblower Edward Snowden begins and the State Department is covering up some scandals of their own. Peter Mayhew of "Chewbacca" fame was inspected by the TSA because of his light saber cane.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online discuss reports that the government is constantly collecting our phone, internet and credit card data through the PRISM program. They're pleasantly surprised to see the New York Times slam President Obama for the program and they're amazed as liberals say the real villain here is George W. Bush.
Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America discuss a new NBC/Wall Street Journal poll that show people are still unhappy with ObamaCare. They rail against the National Security Agency's obtaining millions of phone records from Verizon service holders. And they laugh at the latest discovery of man caves in an EPA warehouse.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Dan Foster of National Review Online are encouraged that Sen. Marco Rubio does not believe there are 60 votes to pass the Senate immigration bill and that he will not support it unless much tougher border security measures are added. They scold New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie for calling a special election to fill the U.S. Senate seat instead of appointing a Republican through 2014. And they have fun with the story of a postal worker claiming worker's compensation, whose fraud was uncovered because of her appearance on 'The Price Is Right'.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are thrilled to see Arkansas Democratic Sen. Mark Pryor embracing Obamacare in a state where the plan is loathed. They also slam the Obama administration for once again revealing secret Israeli plans. And they have fun with the news that taxpayers are paying to help Guantanamo detainees spruce up their resumes.
President Obama probably won't remove Eric Holder although the media is calling for his removal. Senator Frank Lautenberg of New Jersey died this morning; who will be appointed to his seat? EPA honors Richard Windsor who actually doesn't exist, but is the email alias of former EPA administrator Lisa Jackson.
Brett Winterble of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review praise the media for balking at Eric Holder's off-the-record meeting, they discuss the strange occurrence of an IRS commissioner's frequent visits to the White House, and laugh at Vice President Joe Biden's disappearance to Trinidad and Tobago.
Brett Winterble of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss Michelle Bachmann's decision to not seek reelection. They explain how a new PEW study reveals the breakdown of the traditional family. And they laugh at Larry King for going to work at the Kremlin-sponsored "Russia Today".
Brett Winterble and Jim Geraghty discuss Rand Paul's speech exposing new ObamaCare codes on macaw and turtle injuries,the Red Cross' failure to spend over $100 million of their relief aid for Sandy victims, and Senator Keith Ellison calling for Apple to pay more taxes.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer Ted Cruz and Mike Lee for demanding the House-Senate budget conference not include a deal on raising the debt ceiling. They also slam Eric Holder for telling Congress, under oath, that he never authorized the seizure of a reporter's phone or email records when he did exactly that to James Rosen of Fox News. And they slam Code Pink for repeatedly interrupting President Obama's speech on national security.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad a judge in the James Rosen case is apologizing for a lack of transparency. They also react to the brutal terrorist attack in London. And they rip the IRS for harassing adoptive parents.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review explain why they are actually encouraged by Lois Lerner dodging testimony in the IRS scandal. They're frustrated that the Benghazi terrorism suspects are still at large because the Obama administration wants to collect more evidence for a civilian trial. And they react to Anthony Weiner's return to politics.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged that a huge majority of Americans condemn the IRS for harassing conservative groups and a majority also believes it was intentional. They also rip the leaking of Fast & Furious documents to smear the ATF whistleblower. And they shred Rhode Island Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse for blaming GOP indifference on climate change for Oklahoma tornadoes - while the storm was still going on.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad an IRS staffer told The Washington Post that the harassment of conservative groups had to have come from a directive far up the chain. They also react to new the Justice Department is threatening to prosecute a reporter for a 2009 story on North Korea. And they wonder whether it's more than a coincidence that President Obama met with the head of the IRS union the day before the intense questioning of Tea Party groups began.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see Bob Woodward say Benghazi is a serious issue and has parallels to Watergate. They're also appalled that the IRS official who led the tax-exempt office while the scandal unfolded is now running the IRS Obamacare office. And they fire back as the outgoing IRS commissioner claims partisanship had nothing to do with the protracted harassment of conservative groups seeking tax-exempt status.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss the revelations in the Benghazi emails released by the White House. They're also bewildered at Attorney General Eric Holder's inability to answer many questions, including why and when he recused himself from the Justice Department's seizure of Associated Press phone records. And they have fun with a New York Times report that President Obama wants to unleash his inner Bulworth.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer Charles Krauthammer for telling Republicans to dig up and present facts as the Obama scandals unfold and not spend time talking about impeachment and making comparisons to Watergate. They also shake their heads as Jay Carney tries to avoid tough questions and isn't even sure the IRS did anything wrong despite its own apology. And they rip former NAACP President Julian Bond for saying the Tea Party should have received great scrutiny from the IRS because those groups are "admittedly racist" and "the Taliban wing of American politics".
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see the jury convicted Kermit Gosnell for four deaths and many other crimes. They also rip the Justice Department for secretly snooping on reporters' phone calls. And they react strongly to President Obama's latest indignation over the lingering questions on Benghazi.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see the media not only covering the IRS scandal and the Benghazi investigation but being much more critical than usual of the Obama administration. They also discuss how much deeper and wider the IRS scandal is than the agency admitted last week. They scold Amb. Pickering for investigating Benghazi without ever interviewing Hillary Clinton. And they welcome the news that '24' will be back on the air next year.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review are glad ABC News is revealing even more about how many changes were made to the Benghazi talking points for Susan Rice. They also rip Democrats and Gang of Eight Republicans for voting down amendments to the immigration bill that would have significantly strengthened border security. And they react to the big government uproar over a gun manufactured by a 3-D printer.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad more of the troubling truth about Benghazi was revealed on Wednesday. They also criticize Democrats for trying to diminish and distract from the facts of the case. And they rip the media for their insane amount of coverage of the Jodi Arias trial and for covering that verdict instead of the Benghazi hearings.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see Democrats failed in their expensive bid to win an open House seat in South Carolina. Jim is also pleased that Mark Sanford won while Greg believes the GOP could have picked a much better nominee. They also slam Democrats for going into today's Benghazi hearings with the obvious goal of protecting President Obama and Hillary Clinton and not getting to the bottom of the story. And they fire back at former South Carolina Democratic Party Chairman Dick Harpootlian for separate comments about GOP Gov. Nikki Haley that many see as racist and sexist.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud CBS reporter Sharyl Attkisson for reporting that the Obama administration did in fact order forces to stand down during the Benghazi attack - directly contradicting the administration's account. They also slam the U.S. Senate for approving an internet sales tax. And they rip Harry Reid for calling Ted Cruz a schoolyard bully for objecting to a House-Senate conference on the budget.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are relieved that the truth about what happened in Benghazi and how the Obama administration responded will finally come to light this week. They also grimace as many more new jobs are pat-time positions since employers fear impact of Obamacare. And Bill Richardson decides Sen. Ted Cruz is not a real Hispanic because he's conservative, from Texas and opposes the Senate immigration bill.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss the tighter than expected U.S. Senate race in Massachusetts. They also groan as Harry Reid says the biggest problem with Obamacare is that the government isn't spending enough money to implement it. And they react to news that political lobbyists are advertising on ESPN in hopes of influencing President Obama.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy hearing Democrats fret about how Obamacare could be a major headache for them in 2014. They also groan as Jay Carney declares Benghazi happened a long time ago and the administration takes eight months to release photos of persons of interest in the terrorist attack. And they share a bizarre story about Terry McAuliffe's priorities.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review react to reports that Texas Sen. Ted Cruz is mulling a 2016 White House bid. They also grimace as more arrests in the Boston case suggest the plot goes deeper than the government first suggested. And they discuss the owner of the Chicago Cubs threatening to move from Wrigley Field if the team and the city can't make a deal on new signs.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are stunned at how President Obama refuses to acknowledge the problems afflicting Obamacare and keeps repeating the same discredited talking points. They also discuss a new FBI probe involving Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell and a top donor. And they're stunned by how little many Americans know about key issues.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged that conservatives largely won the debate over funding for air traffic controllers in the midst of sequestration. They also shake their heads as President Obama discovers his "red line" on Syria wasn't so red after all. And they have fun with Terry McAuliffe's tortured defense of his Green Tech decisions.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Charlie Cooke of National Review cheer Sen. Pat Toomey and other Republicans for showing that recent flight delays are entirely unnecessary and being done simply to inflict the pain that Obama predicted from sequestration. They also rip Harry Reid for declaring that government is inherently good. And they're stunned that Republicans might be willing to go along with Democrats in exempting themselves and their aides from having to participate in Obamacare exchanges.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Charlie Cooke of National Review discuss the considerably better poll numbers for George W. Bush as he prepares to open his presidential library. They also cringe as Paul Ryan becomes the latest conservative to become a staunch supporter of the latest version of immigration reform. And they're happy an innocent man appears to have been freed in the ricin investigation but now worry we're back to the beginning in this probe.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged that Montana Democratic Sen. Max Baucus is retiring in 2014. They also recoil as an obscure singer writes a poem that seeks to empathize with accused Boston bomber Dzokhar Tsarnaev. And they find it curious that MSNBC's Chris Matthews is suddenly uninterested in what motivated the Tsarnaev brothers to engage in terrorism.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are tentatively pleased to see the vast majority of airports operating on time despite dire warnings of delays coming as a result of sequestration cuts at the FAA. They also discuss how news that the Tsarnaev brothers obtained guns illegally will impact the gun debate. And they groan as misspelling Tamerlan Tsarnaev's name may have stopped investigators from finding his radical ties.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are thrilled to see one of the suspected Boston bombers taken out and one more likely to be apprehended soon. They also groan as another push to legalize illegal immigrants is unveiled - this time with a staunch conservative as the leading spokesman. And they shake their heads as Obamacare architect Sen. Max Baucus suddenly realizes Obamacare is a "train wreck".
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are thrilled to hear a suspect has been arrested in the ricin attacks on President Obama and Sen. Wicker. They also scold President Obama for his rant following his defeat on background checks and for Obama's hypocritical politics on the issue. And they discuss the embarrassing media mistakes surrounding the supposed arrest of the Boston Marathon bomber.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of Radio America are pleased to see gun control efforts as very unlikely to pass now that the Toomey-Manchin background check bill doesn't have enough votes to pass. They also rip a Solon.com columnist for hoping the Boston bomber is a white American. And they shake their heads as former South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford is charged with trespassing on his ex-wife's property in the midst of a run for Congress.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review scrap the usual martini format and simply share their reactions and insights following Monday's horrific bombings at the finish line of the Boston Marathon.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see the mainstream media have been cajoled into finally covering the Kermit Gosnell murder trial. They also shake their heads as Venezuelans waste the opportunity to turn away from socialism amid allegations of voting irregularities. And they enjoy the story of a self-professed Obama campaign consultant that no one else from the campaign remembers.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are greatly enjoying the public buffoonery of Progress KY and how the haters of Mitch McConnell are being exposed for the radicals they are. They also scourge the media for ignoring the grizzly murders of newborn babies by abortionist Kermit Gosnell - and their lame excuses for not covering it. And they have some fun with the news that the guy who stole President Obama's teleprompter will spend seven years in prison.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review see a possible benefit for Virginia conservatives as more ethical questions arise about Democratic gubernatorial candidate Terry McAuliffe's as head of a green car firm. They also debate whether pro-gun conservatives should be upset with Pennsylvania Sen. Pat Toomey for possibly saving Senate gun legislation with a compromise on background checks. And they discuss the possible political comeback of disgraced former Rep. Anthony Weiner, who is reportedly considering a run for mayor of New York City.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review are pleased to see Mitch McConnell turning the Mother Jones bugging story into a political win. They also groan as Americans still trust President Obama much more than Republicans on the economy. And they wonder why sequestration is killing the Blue Angels shows across the country but there's still enough money for a star-studded concert at the White House.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review offer high praise to the late British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher for her tireless advocating of freedom from tyranny around the world and economic freedom at home. They also shake their heads as the Obama administration delays a scheduled missile test in the Pacific out of fears it could incite the North Koreans. And they slam President Obama for wanting to cap retirement accounts so he can tax more of our income.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online cheer Virginia for refusing to pay for abortions in the forthcoming health care exchange. They're also aghast at the horrible March jobs report. And they discuss North Korea ordering all foreign embassy staffers out of the country by next week.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleasantly stunned to see the ACLU slamming the Senate gun control bill over privacy concerns. They also wonder whether North Korea is more serious about its nuclear threats this time and why we don't take the threat more seriously. And they react to President Obama's decision to forego five percent of his salary to identify with government workers about to be furloughed.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review debate whether South Carolina Republicans did the right thing in nominating Mark Sanford to return to Congress. They also denounce the Obama administration for denying purple hearts for those wounded in the Ft. Hood attacks. And they react to the efforts of a Democratic state senator in New York trying to buy the Republican nomination for mayor.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Virginia and Arkansas for passing photo ID requirements for voters. They also discuss the claim that evangelicals may have cost Mitt Romney the election. And they examine reports that President Obama will be forced to furlough 480 employees in the Office of Management and Budget.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Betsy Woodruff of National Review are pleasantly surprised to see twice as many Americans think the sequestration cuts were too small rather to big. They also fear border security will once again get the shaft as the Gang of Eight reportedly nears a big deal on immigration. And they're horrified as a Planned Parenthood lobbyist tells Florida lawmakers that it's still up to mothers and doctors whether babies born alive after a botched abortion should live or die.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Betsy Woodruff of National Review cheer a new report showing Americans are leaving states with high taxes and big government and moving to states with more freedom. They're also disappointed that Ashley Judd will not run for U.S. Senate in Kentucky because of fun campaign and easy GOP victory that surely would have happened. And they note the painful sequestration cuts that are still in place while more than $876,000 of your tax dollars are being used to study sex among New Zealand mud snails.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Katrina Trinko of National Review discuss the GOP silence on this week's marriage debate how the party is wrestling with the issue. They also preview another possible Rand Paul filibuster - this time over gun control legislation. And Katrina breaks down an ugly, looming fight between Labor Secretary nominee Thomas Perez and Oklahoma Sen. Tom Coburn.
Greg Corombos of Radio America flies solo in today's Three Martini Lunch. He explains why the retirement of South Dakota Democratic Sen. Tim Johnson makes a GOP pick-up in that state very likely. He also looks at polling showing big trouble for the re-election hopes of Florida Gov. Rick Scott. And he highlights the Obama girls' vacation to Atlantis in the Bahamas as the latest sequestration head-scratcher.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Kevin Williamson of National Review are heartened to see Americans strongly supportive of Rand Paul's efforts to protect Americans from being targeted by drone strikes on U.S. soil. They also groan as Sen. Ted Cruz reveals many in the Senate GOP are disheartened and have all but given up hope of winning the fight to preserve liberty. And Kevin explains why despite Michael Bloomberg's nanny-state psychosis, the next New York City mayor will probably be far worse.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged that a huge majority of senators favor a repeal of the medical device tax in Obamacare. They also shake their heads as President Obama suggests Israelis are the stumbling block to Middle East peace. And they have fun with the news that a prosecutor in Ohio jokingly called for the execution of famed groundhog Punxsutawney Phil over his erroneous prediction of an early Spring.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are receptive to Sen. John Cornyn's idea of withholding pay for White House budget officials for every day the budget is past the deadline for submission. They also examine President Obama's trip to Israel, his lack of progress in the Middle East and his headaches on this trip. And they slam a Massachusetts middle school principal who canceled Honors Night because the kids who didn't get good enough grades might get their feelings hurt.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see Harry Reid admit there's nowhere close to enough votes to pass an assault weapons ban. They also unload on Reid for suggesting that the training deaths of seven Marines should be blamed on sequestration. And they discuss President Obama's knack for always having time to do his NCAA bracket.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud the House GOP for demanding that there will be no new taxes beyond the fiscal cliff deal. They also discuss President Obama's radical choice to head the Department of Labor. And they rip the White House for holding the Easter Egg Roll hostage to sequestration.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss the Republican National Committee's ideas to improve presidential debates and improve dialogue with groups that tend to support Democrats. They also discuss the run on banks in Cyprus and the warning it provides to the U.S. And they react to the buzz over how the character of Satan in "The Bible" miniseries resembles President Obama.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online are glad to see GOP leaders like Mitch McConnell embrace rising stars like Rand Paul and Marco Rubio. They also reject the finger-in-the-wind strategy on gay marriage by a growing number of Republicans, including Ohio Sen. Rob Portman, and they explain why caving in on the issue will not result in more votes. And they wonder how soft the NFL will go now that it's proposing to ban running backs from initiating contact with their helmets in the open field.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online cheer Republicans for continuing to push for the end of Obamacare - even though they don't have the votes. They also roll their eyes as the first Democratic budget in four years is just more taxes and spending. And they relish the pathetic and ever-changing White House explanation for cancelling White House tours.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Virginia Lt. Gov. Bill Bolling for deciding not to launch an independent bid for governor that would have given Dems a big edge. They shake their heads as Florida Lt. Gov. Jennifer Carroll resigns as connections to gambling scandal come to light. And they enjoy watching President Obama claim that the White House had nothing to do with cancelling White House tours.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see a judge strike down New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg's giant soda ban as "arbitrary and capricious". They also groan as the Marine Corps commandant orders troops to conserve ammunition and gasoline while the government has no problem funding frivolous programs. And they react to Missouri Sen. Claire McCaskill's revulsion after being subjected to a thorough pat-down by the TSA.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy hearing Democratic congressional hopefuls call President Obama their greatest obstacle in winning Republican-held House seats. Greg and Jim also shake their heads as the diplomatic and security situations in Afghanistan continue to deteriorate. And they react to Jeb Bush saying their would be no political baggage attacked to his last name if he runs in 2016.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad Michigan Sen. Carl Levin is retiring after 2014 and that the GOP will at least have a shot at picking up the seat. They also blast John McCain and Lindsey Graham for ripping Rand Paul's filibuster over constitutional limits on drones. And they have fun with Newt Gingrich claiming he hasn't ruled out a 2016 White House bid.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review loudly cheer Sen. Rand Paul's filibuster aimed at clarifying the constitutional rights of Americans and the constitutional limits on government when it comes to drone strikes against Americans in the U.S. They also groan as Attorney General Eric Holder tries to dodge a firm answer on the question of presidential power to kill citizens. And they are pleasantly surprised that the mainstream media is putting heat on the Obama administration for cancelling White House tours in response to sequestration.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez is dead after years of crushing people's rights, aligning himself with other tyrants and being a blight on the world stage. They also fire off on the Obama administration telling subordinates to avoid reasonable sequester cuts make sure the impact of the cuts is as painful as the administration has promised. And they respond to liberal politicians and activists who are mourning Chavez and praising his record.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleasantly surprised to see President Obama taking more blame than they expected for the sequestration cuts. They also shake their heads as North Korea threatens to end the Korean War cease-fire over possible new sanctions and U.S. military exercises with South Korea. And they wonder why the Obama administration blew $400,000 in taxpayer dollars on oil portraits of administration figures.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad White House economic adviser Gene Sperling is finally admitting that sequestration was Obama's idea. Romney's weekend interview shows again what a terrible choice America made in November. And they are almost speechless at the moronic commentary of Dennis Rodman following his visit with North Korean dictator Kim Jong-Un.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad the nation can now see that cutting two percent of federal spending is not the end of the world. They also shake their heads as a new report shows spouses, and wives in particular, will get booted from many employer-based health plans. And they have fun with the news that Dennis Rodman visited North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un and they became great friends.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see many journalists publicly admitting that they've received threats from the Obama administration over critical stories. They're also stunned by the obvious deception from the administration when it claims it had no knowledge of immigration officials deciding to release hundreds of illegals on the premise of sequestration. And they react to Vice President Biden urging homeowners to fire a shotgun blast through their doors if they sense a threat.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer House Speaker John Boehner for pointing out the Senate has done nothing to alter the coming sequestration. They also wonder why Senate Republicans want to give President Obama the power to make the cuts wherever he wants but are even more stunned that Obama doesn't want that power because he doesn't think there are $85 billion in smart cuts to be made. And they discuss the debate over leaders of the Conservative Political Action Conference not inviting New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie or allowing the pro-gay GOProud to be a sponsor at the event.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see that even Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski realize that $85 billion in spending cuts is not a big deal. They also put Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell back on the hot seat for allowing establishment Republicans to publicly demean likely GOP gubernatorial nominee Ken Cuccinelli and doing nothing to stop his lieutenant governor from handing the race to Democrats by considering a third party bid. And they react to the latest news surrounding scandal-tarred New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez and his decision to quote Martin Luther King in his own defense.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad members of the mainstream media are so frustrated with lack of access to President Obama that they are now calling White House PR campaigns "state-run media". They also slam Virginia GOP Gov. Bob McDonnell for breaking his no-tax pledge to pay for his transportation plan. And they're stunned by the amount of insane minutiae in New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg's impending crackdown on soda.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online are glad to hear Sen. Rand Paul point out that the sequester 'cuts' are mostly smaller spending increases. They also shake their heads as some of the fiercest GOP opponents of Obamacare now embrace Medicaid expansion in their states. And they note how the cast of MSNBC's "Morning Joe" was mournful over Jesse Jackson, Jr.'s guity plea and hope he can make a comeback.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Dan Foster of National Review Online are encouraged by poll numbers in New Jersey that show voters turning strongly against Sen. Bob Menendez over his ongoing ethical woes and they also reject the possible Senate candidacy of Geraldo Rivera. They wince a bit as very early numbers from Democratic pollsters show Hillary Clinton beating the likes of Marco Rubio, Chris Christie and Rand Paul in red states. And they weigh in as MSNBC's Chuck Todd suggests a "mythological" media bias against conservatives is why Republicans are very reluctant to come on any network other than Fox.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like that the GOP co-chair of the 2012 presidential debates admits having Candy Crowley as a moderator was a mistake. They also rant over gas prices soaring in winter. And they cheer U.S. tire executive Morry Taylor for explaining to the French why he would never do business in their country.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy watching President Obama trying to demonize the sequester that he demanded. They also excoriate a state lawmaker in Colorado for suggesting that women can't be trusted to use guns against would-be rapists. And they get a kick out of Massachusetts Democrats announcing they'll run for Rep. Ed Markey's House seat if Markey wins the Senate race.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Dan Foster of National Review Online are pleasantly surprised to hear Bob Woodward report that Senate Democrats are asking the Obama administration of Chuck Hagel will withdraw as the nominee for defense secretary. They also slam the White House leak of President Obama's immigration plan - which just happens to be far more liberal than the bipartisan Senate plan. And they applaud Virginia Sen. Mark Warner for working to get rid of Presidents' Day and restore Washington's Birthday as the proper holiday at this time of year.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are mostly pleased to see the Senate Republicans filibuster Chuck Hagel. They also groan as Congressional Democrats boldly assert that we don't have a spending problem and we just need to raise taxes. And they try to figure out why some liberals think cop killer Chris Dorner was some sort of hero.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see that most of the Obama State of the Union agenda is unlikely to pass. We react to Harry Reid refusing to acknowledge GOP holds on two key Obama nominations. And we discuss Joe Biden apparently saying that gun legislation will not alter the chances of another mass shooting.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review review President Obama's State of the Union address and his vows to add nothing to the deficit, go around around Congress on climate change and saying shooting victims deserve a vote on gun control legislation. They also applaud Marco Rubio's GOP response for clearly explaining why more government is a proven failure as a solution for America's problems. And they shake their heads as the media and internet chatter obsess over Rubio's unplanned drink of water.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see a new Pew survey showing a majority of Americans see government as a threat to their individual rights. They also wince as North Korea reportedly conducts a successful and much bigger nuclear test. And they fire back at Vice President Biden for saying the administration is counting on "legitimate news media" to cover the gun control debate and stamp out claims that the Obama gun agenda infringes on our Second Amendment rights.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Lindsey Graham for demanding answers on Benghazi - even to the point of holding up two key Obama nominations. They also shake their heads as John McCain signals he would consider additional tax hikes to avoid sequestration. And they react to Nancy Pelosi's contention that our deficits are not a result of a spending problem.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud a Maryland doctor for slamming political correctness and the progressive tax system at the National Prayer Breakfast. They're also stunned as Defense Secretary Leon Panetta reveals that President Obama and Hillary Clinton were not in contact with them at all during the terrorist attack in Benghazi. And they note how the California murderer's manifesto should be a lesson to the mainstream media after the killer lauds Obama, Piers Morgan and other liberal figures.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like that more information is coming to light on the investigation surrounding Sen. Bob Menendez and that liberal media are now bringing the story to light. They also observe how the mainstream media suddenly love Marco Rubio now that he is on board with immigration reform. And they discuss revelations that Jesse Jackson, Jr. is looking at significant prison time and a new probe is centered on Jackson's wife.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review shudder as the Obama administration claims it can kill whoever it deems as a terrorist threat to the U.S. without any due process. They also not surprised to see the Congressional Budget Office expects seven million Americans to lose their employer-based health coverage in the next few years thanks to Obamacare. And they react to Michigan Rep. John Conyers demand that illegal immigrants not be called illegal immigrants.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see an assault weapons ban may not even be part of the final Senate bill thanks to Harry Reid and Patrick Leahy. They also sigh as the new Conservative Victory Fund dedicates itself to making sure candidates it deems too conservative never win the GOP nomination. And they excoriate Ron Paul for suggesting that the murder of Navy SEAL sniper Chris Pyle was proof that if you live by the sword you die by the sword.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud the Superbowl commercial featuring the voice of Paul Harvey and honoring the hard work of American farmers. They also groan as it becomes clear the Massachusetts GOP has no one to run for U.S. Senate. And they discuss the 34-minute blackout during the Superbowl.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty enjoy the pounding that GOP senators delivered to Chuck Hagel on Thursday. They also condemn the terrorist attack on the U.S. embassy in Ankara. And they react to Geraldo Rivera considering a run for U.S. Senate. Greg and Jim also note the passing of former New York City Mayor Ed Koch and reveal who they'll back in the Superbowl.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged that Barney Frank did not get appointed to the U.S. Senate and that Dems have a tough primary. They also shake their heads as President Obama scraps his jobs council after two years of accomplishing nothing. And they discuss the growing scandal involving Sen. Bob Menendez and underage prostitutes in the Dominican Republic.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of Radio America are disgusted that the U.S. economy actually got smaller in the last quarter of 2012. They also reject Obama's argument that anyone opposed to his version of immigration reform is guilty of an us vs. them mentality. And they reject the efforts of some Republicans to change the electoral college so that votes are allocated by congressional district rather than a winner-take-all approach.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see President Obama drifting farther away from his vow to close the detention center at Guantanamo Bay by now renewing the office tasked with achieving that goal. They discuss more emerging problems with the latest immigration reform push. And they touch on the dictatorial attitude of New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad Tom Harkin is retiring and that means the GOP has a shot at picking up his seat. They also groan as the latest immigration reform push heats up and the focus once again is on legalizing the illegals. And Paul Ryan says a Clinton presidency would have solved our debt crisis by now.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleasantly surprised to see Tiger Woods taking Phil Mickelson's side in the tax debate and says he left California 17 years ago because taxes were too high. They're also stunned that Hillary Clinton would say it doesn't make any difference whether the Obama administration initially classified the Benghazi attacks as terrorism. And they laugh as actor David Arquette says if Congress limits the number of bullets in a gun magazine, then that law should be reflected in Hollywood movies.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged that the Pentagon publicly admits the rise of radicals in Mali is a threat to the West. They also defend Phil Mickelson by railing against oppressive taxes and those attacking Mickelson for not wanting to give up 63 percent of his income. And they applaud Prince Harry for his service in Afghanistan and for proudly killing Taliban fighters.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online review the inauguration and applaud the greatness of the American system and the excellent music involved in the ceremony. They groan as they prepare for another four years of President Obama and as Obama calls for American unity around his tired, partisan goals. And they scratch their heads over the bizarre poem read at the inauguration.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online debate whether Paul Ryan is smart to push a short-term debt ceiling extension and a lowering of GOP expectations or whether it's just a Republican cave. They also react to Islamic terrorists demanding the release of the blind sheikh from the 1993 World Trade Center bombing in exchange for American hostages. And they excoriate Tom Brokaw and Bob Schieffer for suggesting that taking on the gun lobby is akin to fighting Nazis and 1960s racism.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer Sen. Rand Paul for promising to block President Obama's executive actions on guns that smack of legislative action. They also condemn the rise of Islamic radicals in Mali and the taking of hostages in Algeria - including multiple Americans. And they call out President Obama for vowing to crack down on those who sell guns to known criminals after his Justice Department ran the Fast & Furious operation that put thousands of guns in the hands of Mexican drug cartels.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer the countless Americans for cherishing their Constitutional rights and buying guns before President Obama starts his gun control agenda. They also groan as Chuck Schumer predictably ends his skepticism over Chuck Hagel and back President Obama on the nomination. And they recoil as President Obama so shamelessly uses children to push his gun control agenda.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Charles Cooke of National Review cheer the House GOP for reading the Constitution on the House floor and urge politicians of all stripes to obey it. They also refute President Obama's supposedly flawless and reasonable approach to the debt ceiling and gun control. And they denounce an apparent group of Sandy Hook truthers, who claim the government perpetrated the massacre of schoolkids and are even harassing people connected to the tragedy.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are relieved the U.S. Treasury rejected the trillion dollar coin idea but are still a bit unnerved so many liberals think it's a good idea. They also wonder why Colin Powell is still a Republican if he thinks John McCain and Mitt Romney were too conservative and he thinks tougher border security and voter ID laws are racist. And they have some fun with New York Sen. Chuck Schumer asking gun retailers to voluntarily stop selling "assault weapons" until the debate is finished in Congress.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal for proposing an end to the personal and corporate income taxes in Louisiana. They're also happy to see West Virginia Democratic Sen. Jay Rockefeller announce he won't run for re-election. And they discuss the calculated strategy of CNN's Piers Morgan to promote gun control non-stop and berate his conservative guests in the quest for higher ratings.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleasantly surprised that an obscure provision in Obamacare may actually thwart part of the Obama gun control agenda. They also skewer Joe Biden for suggesting that gun law changes could come through executive order. And they poke fun at Washington Post columnist Courtland Milloy for suggesting Redskins star Robert Griffin III blew out his knee due to karma stemming from the team's supposedly offensive nickname.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are amused by the liberal media giving President Obama grief over not appointing enough women to high-profile positions. They also wonder why the Republican Main Street Coalition decided to drop "Republican" from its name. And they have fun with a new poll showing Congress less popular than head lice, root canals, cockroaches and used car salesmen.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are faced with all crazy martinis today. They explain the stunningly illogical liberal push for a trillion dollar coin to help alleviate our national deficit. They also appreciate Paul Krugman withdrawing his name from consideration as the next treasury secretary even though he was never being considered - and they offer a couple of clarifications of their own. And they're not exactly encouraged by Iran enthusiastically endorsing the nomination of Chuck Hagel to be defense secretary.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased a federal court has sided with Virginia in ruling that stormwater is not a pollutant and they're pleased the Lisa Jackson emailing scandal isn't going away. They also try to figure out why President Obama wants to have a big fight over Chuck Hagel. And they appreciate pro-gun Democrats walking back some of their initial embrace of more gun control legislation.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are happy to see Illinois Sen. Mark Kirk back at work after a major stroke and they hope ill-informed Obama voters learn something now that their paychecks are smaller. They also cringe as former Rep. Barney Franks publicly campaigns to be the interim senator once John Kerry is confirmed as Secretary of State. And they wonder why the House conservatives who voted against John Boehner didn't have an alternative in mind.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online cheer Pennsylvania Sen. Pat Toomey for saying Republicans are willing to see a government shutdown in order to demand real spending cuts and entitlement reform. They also scold New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie for blaming House Republicans for the ongoing suffering in his state from Hurricane Sandy. And they have fun with the news that Al Gore's Current TV has been sold to Al Jazeera.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss the very few good things in the fiscal cliff deal, lay out the many horrible details and philosophies that led to the compromise, and unload on the tortured process that got us here.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review conclude their award series by naming the person of the year and turncoat of the year. They also offer their resolutions for 2013.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review continue their end-of-year awards. This time they give honors for under-reported story, over-reported story and the best story of 2012.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review hand out more of their political awards for 2012. In this installment, they recognize the best political idea, worst political idea and boldest political tactic.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review continue their 2012 awards. In this edition, they give out honors for worst scandal, best political theater and worst political theater.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review hand out their 2012 awards for rising political star, political figure fading into oblivion and prominent figure we were sad to see pass away this year.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review kick off their 2012 political awards with honors for Most Overrated Figure, Most Underrated Figure and Most Honest Figure.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online are pleased to see Chris Christie won't have to fend off a challenge from Newark Mayor Cory Booker. They're a tad surprised but not worried that actress Ashley Judd is polling close behind Sen. Mitch McConnell in Kentucky. And they're disgusted but not surprised that President Obama is suggesting that because America has been through some major tragedies lately that Republicans should stop fighting and agree to his fiscal cliff proposal.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleasantly surprised to see The Washington Post editors strongly urging President Obama not to nominate Chuck Hagel as the next secretary of defense. They also groan as John Boehner reaches a long way to find common ground with President Obama only to find no interest from Obama in reaching a deal. And they honor the late Judge Robert Bork by unloading on Ted Kennedy for the brazenly slanderous attacks that sunk Bork's Supreme Court nomination and ushered character assassination into daily politics.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley for selecting Rep. Tim Scott to replace Jim DeMint in the U.S. Senate. They also condemn the instant talking points, press releases and Twitter vitriol in the wake of the Connecticut massacre. And they have fun with the speculation that Michael Dukakis could be the caretaker of John Kerry's U.S. Senate seat if Kerry becomes Secretary of State and a special election is called.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see one consequence of the Obama bungling of Benghazi as Susan Rice withdraws from contention to be the next secretary of state. We are not excited that John Kerry is poised to replace Hillary Clinton, although Jim is looking forward to the comedy of Kerry as our top diplomat. And they sound off on ESPN commentator Rob Parker questioning whether rookie NFL sensation Robert Griffin III is truly black since he has a white fiance and might be a Republican.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online are pleased to see Hillary Clinton not planning to run for president in 2016. They're also disgusted that the son of disgraced Virginia Rep. Jim Moran brutally assaulted his girlfriend and the congressman is involved in an obvious cover-up. And they're almost speechless as the government arrests an illegal immigrant sex offender in the office of New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like the RNC goal of bringing some order to the primary campaign debate chaos. They also condemn the violence of organized labor thugs in Michigan as lawmakers approved right to work legislation. And they comment on some of the most bizarre theories floating around as to how the world will end next week to comply with the supposed Mayan prophecy.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review cheer the impending Right to Work laws in Michigan. They also shake their heads as more and more horrible details emerge from Obamacare. And they discuss whether some Republicans are guilty of the same identity politics used by Democrats when they advocate for Tim Scott to be appointed to the Senate because he's black instead of because he would be a fantastic senator.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty are pleasantly surprised to see a liberal New York Times columnist agree that some government programs encourage people to stay in poverty rather than motivate them to rise out of it. They also shudder as the food stamp rolls swell by more than 600,000 in just three months - to 47.7 million. And they have some choice words for Newt Gingrich after he suggests the GOP is incapable of competing with Hillary Clinton in 2016.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are hopeful that the decision by The Washington Post to start charging online readers will result in diminished influence for the liberal paper. They also sigh as the jobs created in November are vastly outnumbered by the people who quit looking for work. And they have little patience for NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell floating the idea of banning kickoffs.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are disappointed that South Carolina Sen. Jim DeMint plans to resign in January to take over leadership of the Heritage Foundation. They also rip House Speaker John Boehner for stripping four conservative members of Congress of key committee assignments because weren't loyal enough to GOP leaders. And they cringe as reports suggest Syrian forces could soon unleash chemical weapons against the rebels.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review appreciate Bob Costas admitting one mistake about his anti-gun commentary. They also react to a Detroit councilwoman demanding a bailout from President Obama in exchange for the city overwhelmingly voting to re-elect him. And they're disappointed that Wall Street seems uninterested in the outcome of the fiscal cliff debate.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged that the Michigan legislature is pursuing Right to Work legislation. They're not pleased to see the public overwhelmingly blames Republicans for the "fiscal cliff" stalemate. And Jim offers a classic rant on why killings like the ones in Kansas City should be blamed on the killers and not guilt society into thinking we're all somehow responsible.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are slightly encouraged by a Senate Democrat saying she's not sure whether President Obama should nominate Susan Rice as the next Secretary of State. They also groan as the truth-averse Debbie Wasserman Schultz is expected to stay on as chairwoman of the Democratic National Committee. And they have a few choice words for NBC's Bob Costas over his anti-gun commentary during the Sunday night game.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to learn of President Obama's stunningly horrible tax and spend solution for the fiscal cliff so America can see how unserious the Democrats are on this issue. They grimace as the United Nations votes to upgrade the Palestinians to observer status. And they slam New York Rep. Chris Gibson for saying his recent pledge not to raise taxes is now void because the number and boundaries of his congressional district have changed since he first made the promise.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review debate whether Republicans should stand and fight for what they believe on the fiscal cliff and risk blame if no deal is reached or whether they should give Obama what he wants and let the public see what a mistake it was to re-elect him. They're also stunned that 53 percent of Democrats and 23 percent of Republicans have a positive impression of socialism. And they comment on President Obama planning to spend 20 days in Hawaii just as the nation heads for the fiscal cliff.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged that a strong majority of Americans don't think the government should be responsible for health insurance. They also wonder why the CIA still can't the facts straight on Benghazi. And they question the wisdom of naked protesting in congressional offices.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased that the Obama administration is nervous enough about the likely Susan Rice nomination to replace Hillary Clinton to send Rice to soothe GOP concerns. They are even more pleased to learn the charm offensive failed miserably. They also debate whether the Club for Growth is right or wrong to launch an early criticism of West Virginia congresswoman and U.S. Senate hopeful Shelley Moore Capito because of her record on bailouts and other fiscal issues. And they unload as Harry Reid pushes to restrict filibuster rules in the next Congress.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleasantly surprised that the new film on the raid that killed Osama bin Laden is not the liberal puff piece that most conservatives expected. They also shake their heads as Egypt's new radical Muslim president decides he wants to be an autocrat too. And they have very little sympathy for liberal Susan Estrich who strongly supported Obama but now is horrified that her taxes may soon increase.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review use the occasion of Black Friday to offer some small gifts for various political figures ranging from President Obama to Republican Chairman Reince Priebus to House Speaker John Boehner.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review explain three things for which they are politically thankful this year...and they offer some personal reflections as well.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased but not surprised that the American people overwhelmingly side with Israel in its conflict with Hamas. They also rip Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner for advocating the abolition of the debt ceiling. And they discuss Mitt Romney's vote total surpassing the 2008 figures of John McCain.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are impressed at how well Israel's "iron dome" missile defense system works. They are horrified at the incompetence of the vote counting in the Allen West House race. And they take aim at the gotcha questions GQ magazine fired at Marco Rubio and at the crazed reaction to Rubio's answers by some on the Right.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online cheer Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal for rebuking Mitt Romney and saying the GOP needs to reach out to 100 percent of the people and explain why conservatism is best for them. However, they also agree with Romney that Obama divided America and rewarded his core constituencies. Greg and Dan unload on the bakers union for refusing pay cuts and forcing the end of their own jobs at Hostess. And Dan suggests abolishing the Senate Budget Committee since Democrats have no intention of passing a budget anytime soon.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online are encouraged by a new Gallup poll showing Americans far more interested in tax reform, entitlement reform and spending cuts than in tax hikes on the wealthy. They also cringe as jobless claims skyrocket in the past week - most noticeably in two key battleground states. And they have some choice words for Illinois Rep. Jesse Jackson, Jr., who refuses to leave Congress on corruption charges unless a disability payment package can be arranged.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online are glad to see disgraced former CIA Director David Petraeus will testify about the Benghazi terrorist attack later this week. They split on whether Nancy Pelosi staying on as House Democratic Leader is good or bad, with Dan seeing her many flaws as good for the GOP agenda and Greg shuddering over anyone of Pelosi's intellect being anywhere close to the levers of power. And they shake their heads as New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie flirts with raising property taxes and shying away from income tax cuts in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Dan Foster of National Review Online applaud Paul Ryan taking a more prominent role within the Republican Party and in House leadership races. They also slam Bill Kristol of The Weekly Standard for suggesting Republicans really shouldn't try to stop the Obama tax hikes. And they try to sift through increasingly bizarre sex scandal surrounding former CIA Director David Petraeus.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Charlie Cooke of National Review are outraged and disappointed by the fall of former CIA Director David Petraeus and wonder when we'll ever hear the truth on Benghazi. They also express their amusement at pundits who were nowhere close on predicting the election results but suddenly know exactly what went wrong for the GOP. And they pay tribute to those who have served our nation in uniform with courage and dignity both in this war and in past generations.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online are stunned by the story behind the complete meltdown of Romney's voter turnout effort. They also sigh as Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano is rumored to be a likely successor to Eric Holder at Attorney General. And they speculate as to how much Chris Christie's political future has been impacted by his embrace of President Obama last week.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Dan Foster of National Review Online cautiously cheer House Speaker John Boehner for refusing to raise tax rates and for wanting to bring certainty to the tax code. However, they fear Boehner will give away too much to the Democrats, much like in 2011 on the continuing resolution and 2012 on the debt ceiling. They're disappointed but not surprised that Boeing is cutting many jobs in its defense division just two days after the election. And they appalled as the anti-Mohammed filmmaker blamed for the Benghazi terrorist attack is sentenced to a year in prison on probation violations.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online glumly dissect President Obama's re-election with Dan seeing some hopeful lessons in the outcome and Greg seeing a nation getting way too comfortable with the new normal. They also discuss what went horribly wrong for Republican efforts to regain a Senate majority and list the good and bad news in the many House races.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online applaud Mitt Romney and Paul Ryan for running a campaign based on big ideas and themes. They also rip the government for failing to get ballots to overseas military voters on time. And we share our personal experiences at the polls from this morning.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review offer their final predictions on the razor-close 2012 presidential race and they agree which state (not Ohio) will determine the winner of this election. They also discuss why they believe it will be a good night for the House GOP but not so good for Republican efforts to gain the majority in the Senate. But their predictions don't decide the winners...your votes do. Be sure to cast an informed ballot on Tuesday.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are largely impressed with Mitt Romney's closing message. They groan as the latest jobs report reveals the economy is still stuck in neutral. And they slam New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg for stressing global warming in his endorsement of Obama and for pressing forward with the New York City Marathon when so many residents are still without power, fuel and even food.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged that Karl Rove predicts a Romney win after crunching all the numbers. They also frown as the supposedly easy Senate pick-up in Nebraska is suddenly much tighter. And they try to make sense of the many different rumors circulating about the existence of devastating evidence of the Obama administration's actions on Benghazi.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged that both the Romney and Obama campaigns are spending more money in states that were thought to be easy Obama victories. They also wonder if Hurricane Sandy will dent Romney's momentum and give a boost to Obama as he tries to demonstrate his hands-on leadership. And they call MSNBC insufferable for slamming Mitt Romney after Romney used events to collect goods for storm victims.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Charles Cooke of National Review are pleased to see a major poll showing Mitt Romney leading in Ohio for the first time. They dread the impact Hurricane Sandy will have on the East Coast. And they slam the media for suggesting it's wrong for Mitt Romney to campaign while the hurricane impacts the Northeast.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer signs that Mitt Romney is finishing strong and may well win the popular vote. They also groan as the Obama campaign tries to claim two percent economic growth is a sign of a great comeback. And they're almost speechless as the Obama campaign tries to motivate young female voters by suggesting they lose their voting virginity to Obama.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review aren't quite sure if they believe polls showing women evenly split between Obama and Romney or that Michigan is tied, but they like the trends in both surveys. They also sigh as Obama resorts to profanity in a Rolling Stone interview and have plenty of choice words for Rolling Stone itself. And they discuss another Democrat getting caught offering advice on how to commit voter fraud.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see more evidence detailing what really happened in Benghazi on 9/11 and that the Obama administration cover-up is getting exposed. They also wince as Indiana senate hopeful Richard Mourdock takes heat for his answer on rape and abortion but they also unload on Democrats for having no moral qualms for supporting abortion at any stage for any reason. And they have fun with the latest Donald Trump publicity stunt and groan as Gloria Allred tries to stir up her own October Surprise.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review credit Mitt Romney for showing competence on foreign policy but wonder why he passed up so many opportunities to point out flaws in the Obama record. They also believe Obama lost points for his sarcastic attacks and dismissal of Romney's concerns over defense cutbacks. And they are surprisingly impressed by how well Bob Schieffer moderated the debate and avoided becoming involved in it.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged by a new Rasmussen poll showing Mitt Romney leading President Obama by four points in Colorado. They also groan as polls show Todd Akin lagging behind vulnerable Democratic Sen. Claire McCaskill. And they chronicle how Sandra Fluke went from prime time convention speaker to holding a rally small enough to fit in one parking spot.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleasantly stunned by the momentum Mitt Romney is building nationwide, in swing states and even in favorability. They also cringe as Obama refers to the four American deaths in Benghazi as "not optimal". And they dissect Joe Biden's latest gaffes suggesting we have troops in Iran and Republicans are aiming bullets at Democrats.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are mildly encouraged by new battleground state polls showing an edge for Mitt Romney. They react to Hillary Clinton taking the blame for the lack of security in Benghazi. And they groan as the mainstream media are obsessed with determining whether Paul Ryan and his family really washed pots and pans at an Ohio soup kitchen.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are increasingly bullish about Mitt Romney's electoral college map. They also remember the good and bad from the late Arlen Specter's U.S. Senate career and they grow weary of the latest kerfuffle over the presidential debate moderator.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review credit Paul Ryan for a strong performance in the vice presidential debate and for staying focused while Joe Biden acted like a clown. They're also disappointed in how often Martha Raddatz inserted herself into the debate yet failed to maintain order. And they try to make sense of the bizarre and belligerent behavior of Vice President Biden.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged by Mitt Romney's improvement in battleground state polls. They also frown as they watch Republicans trail in many winnable Senate races. And they shake their heads as DNC Chairwoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz claims the Obama administration put out wrong information about the consulate murders in Benghazi but insists it did not put out false information.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see Mitt Romney surging in every major poll and even taking the lead in the Real Clear Politics average. They also cringe as the administration line on the terrorism in Libya changes again but they applaud Congress for digging deeper on the matter. And they wonder why conservatives are so upset about Martha Raddatz moderating the vice presidential debate just because President Obama attended her wedding in 1991.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are thrilled to see Princeton economist Harvey Rosen say the Obama campaign is wrong to use his study to slam Mitt Romney's tax plan. In fact, Rosen says it's easy to see how Romney could cut taxes and make them revenue neutral. They also urge caution on some of the recent polls that show a monster surge for Romney after the first debate. And they unload on the new Obama ad attempting to mock Romney for wanting to remove government funding for PBS.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Dan Foster of National Review like new post-debate Rasmussen polls showing Mitt Romney ahead slightly in Virginia and Florida and doing much better in Ohio. They also dig through the supposedly wonderful jobs report and find the economy is not getting better but the numbers will probably boost President Obama anyway. And they discuss Joe Biden's defense of raising taxes by a trillion dollars on the wealthy because all that money shouldn't be going to the rich.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are fired up by Mitt Romney's dominant performance in the first debate against President Obama. They also enjoy Chris Matthews ranting after the debate and demanding that Obama watch more MSNBC. And they gently discuss the diminished moderating skills of Jim Lehrer.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review appreciate Vice President Joe Biden admitting the middle class has been "buried" over the past four years. They also explain what they expect and hope to hear in tonight's first presidential debate. And they discuss the significance of new video from 2007 in which Barack Obama lavishes praise on Rev. Wright and accuses the government of a double standard based on race.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see the new ad campaign by former Obama voters who are disillusioned by his performance over the past four years. They're also frustrated by a federal judge in Pennsylvania who decided new photo ID requirements for voters shouldn't be in effect in this election. And they slam the Obama administration for telling defense contractors to ignore the law and not notify employees 60 days before expected layoffs because that notification would come before the election.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review applaud Univision for being the most serious mainstream media organization this campaign season - as the Spanish language network airs a detailed documentary on Operation Fast & Furious. They also groan as both the Obama and Romney campaigns engage in the pathetic tradition of lowering debate expectations. And they react to the enthusiastic endorsement of President Obama by Venezuelan dictator Hugo Chavez.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are mildly encouraged by polls showing Mitt Romney closing the gap in Nevada and the GOP holding a solid lead in the Senate race there. They also cringe as the Obama administration incarcerates the anti-Islam filmmaker on a probation violation. And they evaluate the "logic" of Obama supporters on issues ranging from government dependency to the crisis in Libya.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like Mitt Romney's new ad asserting that President Obama measures compassion by how many people he adds to the welfare rolls and Romney measures it by how many people he can help get good jobs. They grimace as the economy continues to show anemic growth yet Obama seems to get little of the blame. And they laugh as Paul Krugman and Lawrence O'Donnell believe a Politico satire piece that suggested resentment between Romney and Ryan.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are appalled but not surprised by new reports showing the Obama administration knew within 24 hours that the attack on the Benghazi consulate was the work of Al Qaeda and not some sort of spontaneous mob upset by a video. They also cringe as Iran announces its has test-fired missiles designed to take out ships. And they like the idea of the Romney campaign bringing out "Dirty Jobs" host Mike Rowe to extol the value of blue collar work and slam the notion that there is only one educational path to a good career.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud several figures in the mainstream media for calling attention to President Obama's decision to refuse meetings with other world leaders while at the United Nations. They also slam Obama for once again blaming the past two weeks of Middle East chaos on a video and for telling the UN "the future must not belong to those who slander the prophet of Islam". And they discuss the uproar over the mistakes made by replacement NFL officials.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like a new Politico Battleground poll showing Mitt Romney ahead of President Obama by 14 points among middle class voters. They also shake their heads as President Obama dismisses criticism of his untruthful ads by saying this is an important election and for '60 Minutes' leaving that on the cutting room floor. And they're stunned as Massachusetts Senate hopeful Elizabeth Warren is not only caught lying about her legal history, but discovered she practiced law without ever obtaining a law license in Massachusetts.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review have some fun with President Obama running for re-election and saying change can't come from inside Washington. They also groan as another Friday turns violent and deadly across the Middle East. And they discuss reports that the Iranian government is trying to hack the online services of major U.S. banks.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review examine whether winning the bulk of undecided voters would be enough to help Mitt Romney in November. They also dig through the Fast & Furious report that paints a very bad picture of the Justice Department no matter how you interpret it. And they laugh as NBC News takes time to "authenticate" the audio tape of Barack Obama from 1998, in which Obama advocates redistribution.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see President Obama's approval numbers dropping when it comes to foreign policy. They also groan as nonpartisan research shows food stamp rolls of able-bodied adults with no families doubled in two years after President Obama rescinded work requirements in the 2009 stimulus bill. And they find unabashed amusement in the news that a radical anti-American protester in Pakistan died after inhaling fumes from a burning American flag.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review wince a bit at statements by Mitt Romney at a fundraiser four months ago. But they like the contrast he strikes between government dependency and Americans pursuing and achieving their dreams through the free market. They also shake their heads as the Pentagon suspends joint security patrols with Afghan troops because our soliders keep getting shot by our supposed friends. And they laugh as the Obama Justice Department is caught openly colluding with the liberal Media Matters for America to help spin stories favorably for the administration.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review sigh as UN Amb. Susan Rice perpetuates the palpably false narrative that mob violence in Islamic nations is in reaction to an obscure internet movie and not U.S. policy. They breathe a sigh of relief as Rep. Allen West clearly explains why the Obama administration contention that the attacks weren't coordinated can't possibly be true. And they discuss the chaos surrounding Mitt Romney's convention speech.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Betsy Woodruff of National Review largely cheer Mitt Romney for saying another round of quantitative easing from the Federal Reserve is proof Obama's economic policies have failed. They're also stunned as President Obama says Egypt is neither an ally nor an enemy. And they try to make sense of countless contradictory presidential polls.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Dan Foster of National Review disagree over the decision of House Republicans to extend current federal spending levels for another six months. They are in complete agreement in condemning President Obama's contention that Mitt Romney's reaction to the violence in Egypt was an example of "shoot first, aim later". And they're stunned at reports that U.S. Marines at the U.S. embassy in Egypt were forbidden to use live ammunition in trying to hold off the mob of Islamic radicals on Tuesday.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are appalled by the deadly attacks by radical Muslims in Libya and the assault on our embassy in Egypt. They are also disgusted by the weak U.S. response to the mobs. And they unload on the media for their stupid questions to Mitt Romney in the wake of horrific violence.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad to see polls of likely voters tightening again. They also sigh as Mitt Romney gets a bit squishy on Obamacare. They share their thoughts on news President Obama is not present most of the time for the daily intelligence briefings. And they reflect on the 11 years since 9-11.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review believe the outrageous demands of the Chicago teachers unions could be a good issue for Mitt Romney. They also cringe as Obama gets a small convention bounce and a five point lead. And they try to make sense of Joe Biden's encounter with a female biker in Ohio.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Charles Cooke of National Review Online are pleasantly shocked at how unimpressive President Obama's speech was Thursday night. They also shudder at another terrible jobs report. And they shake their heads as reporters are encouraged to donate to Obama using fake names at the Democratic convention.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review shudder as the Democrats fight over mentioning God and Jerusalem in their party platform but are glad the true views of many in the party were exposed. They also discuss the impact of Bill Clinton's speech and whether the Democratic base is more energetic for Obama than Republicans are for Romney. And they scratch their heads as Chris Matthews follows Clinton's speech by discussing how easily the former president could reproduce with martians.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Dan Foster of National Review are relieved Ron Paul decided not to help the Obama campaign by endorsing Libertarian nominee Gary Johnson. They also wonder why part of Michelle Obama's speech sounded like it was at the GOP convention and other parts were complete fiction. And they smirk as the Democrats cite the threat of lightning for moving President Obama's convention speech from a 73,000-seat football stadium to an arena with 50,000 fewer seats.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Dan Foster of National Review Online cheer a new poll from The Hill showing Americans across the board disapprove of President Obama's performance in office. They also discuss whether the lack of a convention bounce for Romney is cause for concern. And they examine the curious possibility that hip-hop rapper Nicki Minaj might be endorsing Mitt Romney.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Charles Cooke of National Review give Mitt Romney pretty high marks on the content and delivery of his acceptance speech. They also applaud Florida Sen. Marco Rubio for pointing out that many of Obama's policies are the type of thing most people come to the U.S. to avoid. And they try to make some sense out of Clint Eastwood'd performance on Thursday night.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Charles Cooke of National Review cheer Paul Ryan's convention speech for its great clarity on small businesses, jobs, health care and more. They also rip liberal "fact-checkers" for calling Ryan a liar about a part of his speech that was absolutely true. And they applaud Condoleezza Rice's speech for shredding the perpetual victim culture of the Democrats.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud many of the Tuesday night speeches at the Republican convention while giving high grades but some constructive criticism to Ann Romney and Chris Christie. They also cringe over the rules fight as the RNC tries to assert control over the grassroots and the Ron Paul supporters create a huge ruckus over the issue. And they tear into Juan Williams for saying Ann Romney came across as a 'corporate wife'.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Betsy Woodruff of National Review are glad the GOP turned out a largely conservative platform. They scold the national media for trying to overshadow the Republican convention with hurricane coverage and for constantly bringing up President Bush and Katrina. And they're pleasantly stunned to see Democrats bringing in disgraced ex-Florida Gov. Charlie Crist to speak at their convention next week.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online are relieved that Tropical Storm Isaac did not damage Tampa and the RNC nearly as much as some feared. They also scold the major networks for cutting convention coverage down to one hour. And they urge the Republicans to move their convention earlier now that three in a row have been impacted by hurricanes when on a later schedule.
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Greg Corombos of Radio America and Dan Foster of National Review are pleasantly surprised that Romney and Ryan seem to be winning the Medicare debate in the early stages. They also scold former Rep. Thaddeus McCotter after learning the voter registration fraud that kept him off the ballot this year should have ended his term in 2008 and 2010 as well. And they discuss Nancy Pelosi's husband being sued for failure to pay the coach of the pro football team he owns.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are mildly encouraged that show Mitt Romney ahead or even in three key states. They also discuss why Sarah Palin and some other Republicans are publicly suggesting President Obama dump Joe Biden from the ticket. And they roll their eyes as Obama can't imagine why anyone would accuse him of dividing America.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy learning that 2009 comments from President Obama about how his health plan cuts Medicare benefits directly contradicts what Obama is saying on the campaign trail now. They also groan as Obama brings back the issue of how Mitt Romney treated his dog on vacation 29 years ago. And they unload on Joe Biden for telling a largely black audience that Romney and Paul Ryan want them "back in chains".
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are big fans of a video showing Clinton Chief of Staff and Obama debt commission chairman Erskine Bowles heaping praise upon Paul Ryan and his budget. They rip anonymous GOP operatives for telling Politico they think the Ryan pick is a loser. And they sigh as Michelle Obama tells Olympic gold medalist Gabby Douglas that she shouldn't have eaten an Egg McMuffin after winning her first medal.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer the choice of Paul Ryan as Mitt Romney's running mate - both for his intellect and his command of the economic problems we face. They also fear Ryan's budget gives Democrats ample opportunity to make attacks that the GOP may have trouble defending. And they marvel as DNC Chair Debbie Wasserman Schultz claims she has no idea if the Super PAC behind anti-Romney ads is headed by Democrats.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review think an attempted New York Times hit piece on Romney actually shows Mitt Romney to be thoughtful and generous. They also unload as President Obama accuses Romney of being complicit in tax fraud and possibly paying nothing in taxes. And they discuss reports that Guantanamo Bay detainees are completely fascinated by "The Fresh Prince from Bel Air".
In a special edition of the Three Martini Lunch, Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss who they think would be good, bad and crazy running mates for Mitt Romney. They consider the upsides and drawbacks of several names being reported as being under consideration by the Romney campaign.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged that President Obama seems to have no vision for a second term other than to raise taxes. They also urge calm among Republicans worried about the lineup of convention speakers. And they wonder about the curious political timing of a Justice Department probe of prominent Republican donor Sheldon Adelson.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged that Mitt Romney has easily raised more money than President Obama for the third straight month. They also lament the latest spike in gas prices as the average price for regular unleaded reaches $3.60 per gallon. And they comment on Obama political guru David Plouffe reportedly giving speeches for a firm with ties to Iran.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad the House of Representatives has shed much more light on the Solyndra scandal, even though what we've learned is very troubling. They also sigh as the July jobs report shows another lackluster month when it comes to hiring. And they explain why a new poll showing a healthy Obama lead is because the pollsters included far for Democrats than Republicans.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer the enthusiasm of Chick-fil-A Appreciation Day and hope it's a sign of how motivated conservatives to vote in November. They also worry about what Obama's secret plans in Syria might entail. And they discuss the oddity of Olympic champions being forced to pay taxes on the honorarium they get for winning a medal.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer the resounding Texas primary win by staunch conservative U.S. Senate nominee Ted Cruz. They also unload on Harry Reid for blindly accusing Mitt Romney of not paying taxes for a decade. And they have some fun with the news that London Mayor Boris Johnson got stuck on a zip line during a promotional stunt on Wednesday.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are somewhat pleased that the markets may be rallying because investors predict a Romney win in November. They also slam NBC and Twitter for a fierce critic of NBC's Olympic coverage being banned from the social media site. And they rip the press and a Romney media aide for their dust-up in Poland.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review believe the prominent role of Bill Clinton at the upcoming Democratic convention means Obama doesn't have much to highlight. They also caution conservatives not to make too big a deal of news that President Obama called off the Bin Laden raid three times on the advice of Valerie Jarrett. And they comment on the Olympics, including the astonishing number of empty seats at many venues.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Pennsylvania Rep. Mike Kelly for his passionate defense of American business and his rant against excessive government regulation. They also groan as the economy grew by a paltry 1.5 percent in the second quarter of 2012. And they discuss the British furor over Mitt Romney suggesting their were some concerns over whether London was ready for the Olympic Games.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are thrilled that President Obama is now campaigning on the idea that his economic plan worked - especially as Obama's own Treasury Secretary says the economy stinks. They also discuss the liberal outrage at a Romney adviser hailing the shared Anglo-Saxon heritage of the U.S. and the United Kingdom. And they react to the ridiculous cultural and political outrage over Chick-Fil-A's president defending traditional marriage.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like Scott Walker's tough love for Mitt Romney - advising him to get tougher and explain why he would be better. Greg and Jim also scold Alaska Rep. Don Young for publicly endorsing the Democrat in the Hawaii U.S. Senate race. And they comment on David Axelrod's contention that Obama is seen as more negative than Romney because Romney's ads have been so negative.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer a new poll showing that despite weeks of Obama attack ads, voters overwhelmingly see Romney's time at Bain as a good thing. Jim and Greg also react to Democratic California Sen. Dianne Feinstein saying that the Obama White House is clearly responsible for some national security leaks. And they get a good laugh as MSNBC tries to equate Romney telling Olympians to thank their families to Obama saying business owners aren't responsible for their own success.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are happy to see more Americans concluding that President Obama deserves blame for the poor economy. They also discuss the Syrians threatening to use WMD if another country enters its civil war. And they scold ABC News for its reckless and unfounded linking of the Colorado shootings to the Tea Party.
Brett Winterble of Radio American and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss increasing poll numbers that show good signs for Mitt Romney and Republicans. These numbers could spell trouble for President Obama in November. Also, California is increasing regulations on animal groomers. More regulations for businesses in a debt-strapped state. The midnight release of the new Batman movie is here. Liberals are trying to connect Romney's time at Bain Capital to the terrorist Bane in the new film while ignoring possible Occupy Wall Street Themes of the villain.
Brett Winterble of Radio America and National Review's Jim Geraghty discuss Pelosi's advisory for democrats to stay home rather than go to convention. Obama's economic team is full of CEO's who's companies are outsourcing jobs and losing employees. And in a new video, James O'Keefe exposes another liberal group willing to support the collection of government money for a fabricated green job business that specializes in digging and filling in holes.
Brett Winterble of Radio America and National Review's Jim Geraghty talk about the hypocrisy among Democrats on fundraising. The leader for greater transparency in campaign donations left the fundraising debate to attend one. The drought in the Midwest foretells higher food prices and President and Mrs. Obama disappoint the "Kiss Cam" at the Verizon Center.
Radio America's Brett Winterble and National Review's Jim Geraghty discuss Obama's comments on crediting teachers for your success, the Treasury Department's secret escapades and Hilary Clinton's poor treatment in Egypt.
Greg Corombos and Jim Geraghty enjoy how the Romney campaign gets the mainstream media jumping over rumors that Condoleezza Rice is being considered as Romney's running mate. At the same time, Greg strongly dislikes the idea of Rice on the ticket while Jim sees good and bad points. Neither of them expect Rice to be the choice. They also excoriate President Obama for unilaterally gutting the 1996 welfare reform law - both as a terrible policy move and as a blatantly unconstitutional act. And they shake their heads as Obama tells CBS News that people think he's done a good job on policy but wish he would do more storytelling.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like Mitt Romney's performance before a tough crowd at the NAACP. They also sigh as rampant corruption in the Washington, DC government leaves another mayor in political peril. And they discuss the bizarre absence of Illinois Rep. Jesse Jackson, Jr.
Brett Winterble of Radio America and Dan Foster of National Review talk about the House vote to repeal Obamacare. Also, Romney is raising more money than Obama, but he will need more than funds to win in November. Romney is also receiving criticism for money in Swiss bank accounts while we find out that Obama surrogates are also guilty.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer Mitt Romney's big win over President Obama in the June fundraising race. Jim also slams and exposes Obama's fraudulent claims that Romney was fond of outsourcing jobs at Bain Capital. And they rip Democrats for stalking Republican House members at their homes and elsewhere hoping to catch them in a bad moment.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged by a Hill newspaper poll showing a majority of voters think Obama's 'change' has made America worse. They also agree with criticism of Mitt Romney that suggests he has to do much more in making the case for a change in the White House. And we shake our heads as DNC Chairwoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz defends the Obama jobs record.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review recoil as the June job numbers come in very weak. They also shake their heads as President Obama calls the report a step in the right direction and a key economic adviser says we shouldn't read too much into one report. And they discuss the latest evidence of a hard Left turn in HBO's programming.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad that Mitt Romney finally decided to call Obama's individual mandate a tax almost a week after the Supreme Court did so. They also sigh as the expected job creation for June is nowhere near the growth needed to expand the economy or bring unemployment down. And they discuss how green activists and the Feds shut down a fireworks display in Oregon out of respect for sea birds.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review gently cheer a new battleground poll showing Mitt Romney ahead by eight points when putting the 15 most competitive states together. They also scold Mitch McConnell for complaining about how hard it will be to undo Obamacare - even if the GOP wins a majority in the U.S. Senate. They groan as global warming alarmists blame fires, heat and the 'derecho' on climate change. And they give a quick tip of the hat to Andy Griffith, who passed away on Tuesday.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad to see President Obama so worried about his fundraising numbers. They also slap their foreheads as Romney adviser Eric Fehrnstrom echoes the Obama campaign in saying a mandate brings a penalty but not a tax for failing to purchase health insurance. And they recount the deadly 'derecho' that struck the Mid-Atlantic on Friday.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged by Mitt Romney's firm stand to repeal Obamacare and by Romney's fundraising haul after the Obamacare decision. They also acknowledge some silver linings in the decision but encourage fellow conservatives to face the reality that this was a devastating loss and a very poor ruling. And they're disgusted by President Obama's vulgar tweet to gloat over the ruling.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review forget the martinis and order much stronger drinks as the Supreme Court upholds the individual mandate and nearly all of Obamacare by using an unlikely rationale by the an unlikely justice. Greg and Jim discuss other aspects of the decision and what it could mean for the 2012 campaign.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleasantly surprised by the number of Democrats announcing they will not attend their party's convention this year. They're also enjoying the Democratic insistence that this trend is nothing unusual. Greg and Jim dissect a new Obama ad trumpeting his work toward equal pay for women but the facts in the ad undermine Obama's own argument. And they preview what will be a crazy and memorable Thursday in Washington.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Dan Foster of National Review enjoy learning that Democrats had to cancel a huge pre-convention bash in Charlotte since it fell $27 million short of the $36.6 million needed to fund the event. They also lash out at the Department of Homeland Security and Secretary Napolitano for responding to the Supreme Court decision on Arizona's immigration laws by refusing to cooperate with Arizona authorities on detaining illegals. And they unload on TSA for opening an urn of cremated remains, spilling some of them in front of the grandson of the deceased and then laughing about it.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review talk about the Supreme Court ruling that upholds a decision on corporate contributions to political campaigns. The Supreme Court also ruled on the Arizona Immigration law, striking down several portions of the bill but kept the most controversial provision alive. The Obama campaign is also urging supporters to ask their wedding and birthday guests to donate to his campaign instead of giving gifts.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Dan Foster of National Review cheer Mitt Romney for staying focused on the economy and doing a good job of articulating the stark differences between him and Obama. They also debate Romney's flip-flop on the DREAM Act and whether this move was a necessary lurch to the political center or further confirmation that Romney will change positions to suit the moment. And they recoil as Michelle Obama emails supporters and compares the president's treatment of his wife to how he treats the nation.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Dan Foster of National Review applaud the Supreme Court for ruling unions cannot force non-members in closed shop to pay additional dues used solely for political campaigning. As rumors abound that Tim Pawlenty may be among the top contenders to be Mitt Romney's running mate, Greg and Dan debate whether that would be a good choice. And they get a kick out of NBC suddenly having to cover Fast & Furious after ignoring it for well over a year.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Dan Foster of National Review discuss President Obama invoking executive privilege on the Fast and Furious documents. They also discuss the possible political upside for the GOP thanks to the raw politics of Obama and Holder. And they elaborate on the extreme distortion of a Mitt Romney speech by MSNBC's Andrea Mitchell.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Dan Foster of National Review discuss the call by the National Border Patrol Council for the resignation of Attorney General Eric Holder in relation to the Fast and Furious investigation. They also look at how Russian President Vladimir Putin is running roughshod over President Obama. And they address how voter fraud is still an issue after a dead dog is asked to register to vote.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Dan Foster of National Review discuss the potential GOP gains in the U.S. Senate, especially Wisconsin. They also talk about the outcomes of the elections overseas. France has decided to return to a socialist society and the Muslim Brotherhood has triumphed in Egypt. Greece, however, chose to stick with the Euro and continue with austerity. Meanwhile, President Obama has reached his one hundredth round of golf.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see Attorney General Eric Holder back down a bit in the face of a contempt charge over Fast & Furious, but they wonder how forthcoming he's really willing to be. They also rip President Obama for a blatantly political move in easing immigration enforcement against young illegals - and doing so without approval from Congress. And they have some fun with Obama having dinner and leaving without paying the check.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are happy to learn that MoveOn.org is doing much worse financially than just a few years ago. They also groan at new jobless and foreclosure numbers. And they rail against the latest nanny-statism of New York City - this time over milk and popcorn.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Kevin Williamson of National Review are encouraged that Republicans are putting more heat on Attorney General Eric Holder and are very close to holding him in contempt of Congress. They also break down President Obama's highly misleading contention that he inherited a trillion dollar deficit and that he's actually the most fiscally disciplined president in 60 years. And they counter Obama's assertion that small businesses should feel no additional burdens from the Obama health care plan.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss Florida's fight against the Justice Department to remove dead people from the state's voter rolls. They talk about three more pieces of evidence showing our economy is hurting. Also, they examine the President's reason for not personally campaigning for the Wisconsin recall.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy the Obama campaign's damage control efforts in the wake of the president's comments on the private sector. They are also concerned where Ron Paul support is going to go after Rand Paul has been slammed for his endorsement of Mitt Romney. They also laugh at the update of 'Obamagirl' and her hesitation to endorse Obama again this year.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online enjoy Bill Clinton's latest dig at President Obama - even as he was apologizing for contradicting the president on tax policy. They also slam Obama for suggesting the private sector is doing fine. And they marvel at Eric Holder's attempt to claim an email that specifically cited Operation Fast & Furious actually had nothing to do with Operation Fast & Furious.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review are impressed that Mitt Romney easily raised more money in May than President Obama. They're also a bit worried as a new poll shows Obama ahead by five points in Virginia. And they comment on Nancy Pelosi's revelation that the ghosts of deceased women's rights leaders spoke to her at her first White House meeting after being elected Speaker of the House.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer the resounding recall win by Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker and revel just a bit in the misery of the Left. They also discuss whether this defeat gives the Obama campaign time to refine its get out the vote strategy. And they shake their heads as Democrats try hard to spin a huge GOP victory in Wisconsin as a win for Obama.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review have fun after President Obama sends a tweet as his only visible sign of support for Tom Barrett in Wisconsin. They also discuss whether Romney's top argument is dented by a new Obama ad on Mitt's years as Massachusetts governor. And they react to David Axelrod's claim that Romney selecting Marco Rubio as his running mate would be an insult to Hispanics.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged by the polls leading up to Tuesday's recall vote in Wisconsin. They're also disgusted by some of the union intimidation tactics used by opponents of Governor Scott Walker. They also discuss the revelation of an angry encounter between Attorney General Eric Holder and Obama campaign strategist David Axelrod.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online enjoy Bill Clinton defending Mitt Romney's career in the private sector. They're also horrified by the May jobs report that shows anemic growth. And they have fun with New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg moving to ban sodas bigger than 16 ounces.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are happily stunned that President Obama thinks comparing broken promises is a winning issue against Mitt Romney. They also sigh as Donald Trump and his birth certificate obsession are back in the headlines. And they discuss the oddity of Michigan Rep. Thaddeus McCotter failing to get his name on the ballot in his campaign for re-election.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review are impressed by the detail and boldness of Mitt Romney's new ad ripping President Obama for wasting billions of taxpayer dollars on green energy loans for his political cronies. They also shake their heads as the Obama campaign's rebuke of Cory Booker leads to the departure of Booker's communications director. And they take aim at MSNBC's Chris Hayes for suggesting that referring to deceased soldiers as heroes leads to calls for more war.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online applaud Mitt Romney for stressing freedom in education and for slamming teacher's unions while hailing teachers. They also cringe while learning America's "real" deficit last year was actually $5 trillion. And they wonder why Mitt Romney is planning to have a high-profile campaign event with Donald Trump.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are happy but a bit stunned to learn that the mainstream media thinks Scott Walker's win in the Wisconsin recall race is a done deal. They're also shocked that Elizabeth Warren's messy Cherokee ancestry controversy hasn't stopped her from gaining on Massachusetts Sen. Scott Brown in the polls. And they discuss President Obama's claim that he is not a big spender and is actually cleaning up the spending mess of Republicans.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy primary results showing President Obama struggling whether unopposed or against supposedly token opposition. They also groan as the Iowa Republicans congratulate themselves for running a good caucus - even though we still don't know who really won. And they discuss the South Carolina AFL-CIO chief slugging a pinata with Gov. Nikki Haley's face on it.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review appreciate more Democrats defending the private equity business after the Obama campaign rebuked Cory Booker. They also like a new American Crossroads ad that rips Obama's record without savaging Obama. In addition, they scold an Arizona official for abandoning a campaign promise and for very publicly demanding proof of Obama's birth. And they unload on The Washington Post for openly speculating how a Mormon militia attacking western settlers in 1857 might impact Romney's campaign.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer Democratic Newark Mayor Cory Booker for defending private equity and Bain Capital. They also recoil as Hamid Karzai thanks American taxpayers for all the money and NATO leaders look for the easiest way out of Afghanistan. And they have a lot of fun as New York Times columnist Tom Friedman bombs on Jeopardy!
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review give a new Romney ad a thumbs up for saying his first acts as president would be to approve the Keystone pipeline and put an end to Obamacare. They also vent as Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner gets frustrated that Congressional Republicans won't just rubber stamp a new debt ceiling extension. And they comment on the renewed curiosity into President Obama's past after a 1991 biography lists Obama as being born in Kenya.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are happy to see the U.S. Senate join the House of Representatives in unanimously rejecting the Obama budget. They also wonder whether a GOP Super PAC plan to focus on Obama's relationship with Rev. Wright will help attract voters or distract them from issues like the economy. And they comment on Joe Biden's contentions that Mitt Romney doesn't know how to create jobs and that Republicans don't think middle class and poor people have big dreams.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like a new Rasmussen poll showing Mitt Romney ahead by eight points in North Carolina. They're also unnerved by President Obama claiming that the reason he faces a tough re-election is because his name is Barack Obama. And they shake their heads at the revelation that the Obama administration has included Obama in the biographies of previous presidents on the White House website to link him to certain moments and policies of those leaders.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like the news that the DNC is not going to pump money into the Wisconsin recall effort. They also offer condolences to conservatives in California as Gov. Jerry Brown begs voters to raise their own taxes to deal with massive debt. And they shake their heads as former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger gets the really personal frisking from the TSA.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are impressed with most of the content in Mitt Romney's commencement speech at Liberty University. They also point out the falsehoods in a new Obama attack ad against Romney but fear that the ad may be effective anyway. And they enjoy updating the latest developments surrounding Elizabeth Warren's heritage.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review react to President Obama saying the American people forget how bad the economy was when he took office - and so does he. They also pick apart the irrelevancy and inaccuracies of The Washington Post story branding Mitt Romney as a high school bully. And they discuss the report in a new book that Bill Clinton wanted Hillary to run against Obama this year.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged by more revelations from Tuesday's voting in Wisconsin. They also marvel at President Obama's blatant political calculation behind his "evolving" on gay marriage. And they scratch their heads as Rep. Michele Bachmann pursues dual citizenship in Switzerland.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer big wins by conservatives in Indiana and North Carolina. They shake their heads as Joe Biden completely fabricates the Bush administration's policy on Iran. And they laugh as convicted felon Keith Judd wins over 40 percent of the vote against President Obama in the West Virginia Democratic primary.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged by a new poll showing Romney ahead of Obama, winning comfortably among independents and doing better than expected at uniting Republicans. They also groan as France elects a socialist president and Greece moves away from austerity. And they shudder as the Obama administration decides to release some of the worst terrorists in custody as an olive branch to bring the Taliban to the peace table.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are cautiously optimistic that a good outcome is increasingly likely for Chinese dissident Chen Guangcheng. They are not happy with April's disappointing jobs report. And they have some fun with "Julia" - the fictional Obama campaign figure who is supposedly helped at every stage of life by Obama policies.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are cautiously optimistic as Mitt Romney draws even and maybe even ahead of President Obama in Ohio and Florida. They also discuss how the Obama administration appears to have done as little as possible to help Chinese dissident Chen Guangcheng. And they're stunned at how pathetic Elizabeth Warren's efforts have been to put her Cherokee Indian controversy behind her.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review welcome Newt Gingrich finally exiting the presidential race. They also wince as private sector job growth in April comes in well below expectations. And they react to Andrea Mitchell unintentionally referring to the Obama administration as "we".
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review see President Obama's excessive celebration on the bin Laden killing anniversary turning a legitimate plus for him into a distasteful display. They also groan as they learn middle class income in the Obama administration has dropped far more than it did in the Bush administration. And they marvel at Massachusetts senate hopeful Elizabeth Warren declaring herself a minority for years because she is 1/32nd Cherokee Indian.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review are optimistic about Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker's chances of winning his recall fight. They also speculate on the impact of Tuesday's May Day protests by Occupy protesters. And they comment on the latest installment of the White House Correspondents' Dinner.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy a new American Crossroads web ad showing America hasn't gotten much in return for electing a 'celebrity president'. They also sigh as the economic growth in the first quarter of 2012 comes in below expectations. And they discuss Michelle Obama's desire to walk out of the White House and 'just keep walking'.
Brett Winterble of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review toast the reactions after SCOTUS hears the oral arguments of another Obama administration lawsuit, as well as Michelle Obama on the campaign trail, and the EPA looking to 'ancient' on oil companies.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer a reduction in illegal immigration from Mexico - although it's due to Mexicans going back home because they see better job opportunities there. They also weigh in on worsening consumer confidence numbers. And they have plenty to say in response to an Obama administration official declaring the War on Terror is over.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like Mitt Romney's assertiveness by saying he'll build the Keystone Pipeline himself if that's what it takes. They also groan as another provision in Obamacare is exposed that wastes billions and does not improve care. And they discuss the Sunday morning appearance of Keith Olbermann on ABC's "This Week".
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review are encouraged that a Democratic senator could vote for a Republican nominee for a third straight cycle. They're also shocked that money spent on food stamps has more than doubled in just four years. And they slam the liberal media double standard that allows the religion of the likely GOP nominee to be attacked but considers any reference to Obama's background to be off limits.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review cheer House Speaker John Boehner for revealing that President Obama "checked out" of the legislative process back around Labor Day and has been solely focused on campaigning ever since. They wonder whether the higher weekly jobless numbers mean the purported Obama recovery is over before we realized it started. And they wonder why Newt Gingrich is costing taxpayers tens of thousands of dollars per day by continuing his Secret Service detail.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review give rare credit to the mainstream media for exposing Obama's war on speculators to be all bluster and no substance. They also groan as Obama racks up more debt in 39 months than the entire nation did in its first 200 years combined. And they discuss the 2012 impact of President Obama admitting he ate dog meat when he was a boy in Indonesia.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud the Republican National Committee for a great rebuttal video after the Obama campaign tried to claim that Mitt Romney is being too secretive. They also roll their eyes as President Obama once again calls for a crackdown on oil speculators as a major cause for soaring gas prices. And they discuss Bob Beckel's foul moment on the Fox News Channel.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review appreciate David Axelrod seeming to make the case against Obama's re-election and pathetically trying to make the case that Obama is still the outsider in the race. They also discuss the failure of Dodd-Frank to do anything about the biggest banks gaining an even larger share of the industry than before the 2008 collapse. And they discuss the scandal involving the Secret Service and prostitutes in Colombia.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like new polls from Fox News showing Mitt Romney leading President Obama and winning among independents. They're also stunned at Jay Carney's pathetic attempt to claim Hilary Rosen has not been a White House insider. And they have fun with North Korea's failed missile test but still see the nation as a serious threat.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are hopeful Republicans can benefit from the stunningly stupid comments of Obama supporter and DNC spokesman Hilary Rosen, who said Ann Romney never worked a day in her life since she chose to stay home and raise her children. They also wonder how the government can spend $369 billion - just in the month of March. And they have some fun with a new survey that asks people to compare President Obama to a car.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer Chris Christie for perfectly summarizing the the contrast in this year's campaign and for drawing very strong approval ratings in a liberal state. They also discuss White House economist Gene Sperling's rough defense of the Obama budget with CNBC. And Newt Gingrich tries to claim once again that it's time for conservatives to rally around him against Mitt Romney.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged that 62 percent of Americans disapprove of President Obama's performance on gas prices - including a lot of Democrats. They also groan as Obama trots out his latest tax hike pitch cloaked as "The Buffett Rule". And they remind Ozzie Guillen and other sports figures that complimenting dictators for any reason is always a bad idea.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal for successfully passing his education reforms. They also wince as James O'Keefe once again demonstrates the ease of voter fraud - this time by easily gaining access to Eric Holder's ballot in the DC primary. And they sense some progress in the effort to stop labeling every political squabble as "the war on...".
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review are encouraged by a national poll showing Mitt Romney ahead of President Obama even in the midst of a bruising primary. They also discuss the rocket strike from Egypt into Israel and what is means for the stability of that relationship. And they remark on the Republican National Committee video showing President Obama using the exact same language he used last year to condemn Paul Ryan's budget.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online cheer the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals for rebuking President Obama's intimidation of the Supreme Court. They also scold Obama for invoking ridiculous and patently false fears about what America would look like if the Ryan budget were enacted. And they roll their eyes as President Obama tells newspaper editors that Republican arguments should not be given the same amount of weight as his arguments in coverage of the budget fight.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer the four Senate Democrats that joined with most Republicans in shooting down President Obama's effort to raise taxes on oil companies. They also grimace as success of Republican governors could help Obama in key swing states. And they have fun with Joe Biden's latest bizarre comments.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer the House of Representatives defeating the Obama budget 414-0. They also regret to learn that Marco Rubio really doesn't want to be the GOP vice presidential nominee this year. And they have fun with Vice President Biden's latest verbal blunder.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are happy the oral arguments against the individual mandate seemed to go well and that even liberals seem resigned to it being struck down by the Supreme Court. They also cringe as President Obama enjoys a 19-pint edge over Mitt Romney on likeability. And Indiana Sen. Dick Lugar gets an enthusiastic but very unhelpful endorsement from former Pennsylvania Sen. Arlen Specter.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are cautiously optimistic about today's Obamacare arguments at the Supreme Court and enjoy a video showing Pres. Obama on both sides of the mandate debate. They also rip Obama for his lame explanation of his comments to Russian President Medvedev and slam Medvedev for lashing out at Mitt Romney. And they're almost speechless as NBC questions whether Dick Cheney should have received a new heart.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are unnerved by President Obama telling Russia's president he can be more flexible towards their desire to scrap another missile shield in Europe. However, they are glad the American people got the chance to see Obama in his true light during this unintentionally public comments. They also unpack the latest Rick Santorum denunciation of Mitt Romney that leads to confusion. And they have some fun with Obama campaign guru David Plouffe still saying people will love Obamacare once it's fully implemented.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review believe Democrats downplaying the Obamacare anniversary shows it's a winning issue for conservatives. They also scold Rick Santorum for suggesting Americans might as well vote for President Obama since Mitt Romney isn't that different. And we dissect President Obama's lame efforts to distance himself from Solyndra and claim he pushed the payroll tax cut because he knew gas prices would rise.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review breathe another sigh of relief that John Edwards never became president or vice president following revelations that he was a client of a Manhattan call girl ring and still owes the taxpayers $2.1 million from his 2008 campaign. They also wince as multiple economists raise fears of oil soon costing $200 per barrel. And they discuss the news that Al Qaeda was upset when MSNBC fired Keith Olbermann.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged that President Obama's partial reversal on the Keystone pipeline is a sign he's losing the energy debate. They also cringe as a Romney adviser says he's not worried that his candidate got pushed too far to the right in the primaries because once the nomination is secured the campaign is like an an Etch-A-Sketch and Romney can start all over again. And they discuss the NFL drama of Peyton Manning landing in Denver and Tim Tebow being on the move.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud House Republicans for actually producing a budget and for offering one that looks at first glance to be rather responsible. They also discuss the revelations that President Obama's emotional story about the fight his cancer-stricken mother had with her health insurance company is largely fabricated. And we comment on President Obama blaming Fox News for the big GOP wins in 2010 because Fox proclaimed incessantly that Obama was a Muslim.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are still encouraged by polls showing Americans still hate Obamacare and really hate the individual mandate. They also shudder as they consider how so many delayed fiscal decisions are all coming at the end of this year. And they get a kick out of Vice President Joe Biden getting a very mixed reaction at Pittsburgh's St. Patrick's Day parade.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer some tentatively good news in a couple of important U.S. Senate races. They respond with ferocity to President Obama likening critics of his energy policy to the flat earth crowd that questioned Columbus. And they shake their heads as Indiana Sen. Richard Lugar is declared ineligible to vote in his own primary because he is not a resident of the state.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Mitt Romney for not apologizing for his wealth and saying his experience positions him well to help turn around the economy. They also roll their eyes as U.S. service members are forced to disarm before attending a speech by Defense Secretary Leon Panetta so our Afghan allies don't feel badly that they were disarmed. And we discuss the outrage over the flag at a Democratic office in Florida which has Obama's face replacing the 50 stars.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online are glad to see the outcry over Bill Maher's comments about Sarah Palin have finally forced David Axelrod to cancel an appearance on Maher's show. They also groan as the Congressional Budget Office reports Obamacare will cost $1.76 trillion over the next ten years. And they sigh as Michelle Obama tells American children that winning medals isn't what's important at the Olympics.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review are glad new polls show the Democratic accusations of a GOP "war on women" are not working. They also lament that regardless of tonight's results the GOP primary races are going to last a long time. And they wonder why the Obama re-election team is trying to raise money by attacking Sarah Palin.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer new poll numbers showing Obama's approval in decline - especially over gas prices. They also shudder at the allegations against a U.S. soldier in Afghanistan. And they discuss the political comeback attempt of Democratic firebrand Alan Grayson.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty like that more jobs were created in February but the creeping improvement is still proof that President Obama's policies are not working. They also slam Obama for not only opposing a Senate vote on the Keystone pipeline but actively lobbying Democrats to vote against it. And Jim offers his review of 'Game Change', the new HBO movie about the McCain-Palin campaign.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like the polls they're seeing of Scott Brown consistently ahead in his Massachusetts Senate race and every possible Republican trouncing Democrat Bob Kerrey in Nebraska. They also savage Defense Secretary Leon Panetta for saying a military mission in Syria would require the U.S. to get "international permission" but not authorization from Congress. And they rant about the clear double standard in how the media cover disparaging comments about women based on the political views of the offender.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review search hard for a good martini and decide that conservatives are at least a step closer to having a nominee to rally around following the split decisions on Super Tuesday. They also scold President Obama for mocking a press conference question that referenced his earlier statements that energy prices would rise under his plans. And they have some fun as MSNBC hosts get downright despondent at the primary defeat of Ohio Rep. Dennis Kucinich.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like the resolve of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and they appreciate President's Obama's renewed support for Israel - even if it is just an election year policy change. They also scratch their heads as President Obama offers more money to people who made bad home-buying decisions. And they enjoy some of the campaign tactics involved in an Ohio congressional primary.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see that even General Motors sees the Chevy Volt has been a massive bust. They also shudder as Vladimir Putin wins the presidency in Russia amidst claims of rampant voter fraud. And they shake their heads as two of the four GOP hopefuls fail to make the ballot in one Super Tuesday state and Rick Santorum fails to amass a full slate of delegates in the battleground of Ohio.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like to see how the shocking death of Andrew Breitbart brought conservative healing to a movement fractured by the primaries. They also explain how the Obama administration is tone deaf by publicly saying it's not trying to lower gas prices and clueless by thinking higher taxes on energy companies will bring prices down. And they marvel as Obama compares himself with Nelson Mandela and Mohandes Gandhi.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review set aside the normal martini format to discuss the shocking death of conservative journalist, publisher and commentator Andrew Breitbart. They discuss Breitbart's rise in online media, his confrontational style and some of his biggest stories.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Mitt Romney for being on message during his victory speech and conclude that Santorum's efforts to win Democratic votes with a liberal argument was a flop. They also aren't mourning the retirement of moderate Maine Sen. Olympia Snowe but they are unhappy that a safe Republican seat is almost sure to be picked up by Democrats. And they question the math of a Georgetown student who told lawmakers that contraception costs $3,000 over the course of law school.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased that Republicans have an intelligent energy strategy while Democrats are pushing bad ideas or no ideas at all. They slam Rick Santorum and Mitt Romney for their pathetic attacks on the eve of the Michigan primary. And they have fun with the odd combination of Romney and his latest supporter, Kid Rock.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like new polling numbers showing President Obama's approval numbers in decline. They lecture Chris Christie on making statements about being recruited to join the presidential race. And they discuss the politics of the Oscars and the waning influence and popularity of Hollywood.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged that the Republican nominee should have no problem explaining how President Obama is clueless on energy policy. They also chide Jeb Bush for saying Republican presidential candidates are appealing to emotions and fears of the voters. And they discuss how the very same liberals who preach tolerance are usually very intolerant themselves, as evidenced by New York Times columnist Charles M. Blow telling Mitt Romney to "stick it in your magic underwear".
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged by a new poll showing 50% of Americans think the Obama administration is a failure. They also cringe as gas prices skyrocket. And they comment on General Electric forcing thousands of employees to buy Chevy Volts.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review see a good lesson in Great Britain raising taxes on the rich and taking in far less in revenues. They also discuss the political fallout of Rick Santorum's 2008 speech at a Catholic university in which he said Satan was targeting America for destruction. And we prepare for the first GOP debate in more than three weeks.
After a Presidents' Day break, Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review return to cheer consistent American opposition to Obamacare. After the European Union bails out Greece yet again, Greg and Jim fear what financial calamities await the U.S. And they have some fun with Vice President Joe Biden's office announcing he was traveling to "Road Island".
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer Paul Ryan for pointing out that Obama has no plan for dealing with long-term debt other than demonizing Ryan himself. They also wince as Rick Santorum and his backers get distracted from freedom of conscience issue and start denouncing birth control. And they chuckle as another Democrat gets busted for not paying taxes.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer Rep. Scott Garrett for getting Obama's budget director to admit mandate penalty in Obamacare is not a tax - a huge blow to constitutionality of the mandate. They also slam open primaries as they discuss a new liberal effort to influence the GOP presidential race. And they have fun with the Obama campaign's creation of Truth Teams.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like a new Rick Santorum add for its cleverness in slamming Mitt Romney for negative ads. It's also a good wake-up for Romney. They also shake their heads as a Pew Center study shows millions of people who are dead or have moved are still incorrectly on the voter rolls. And they rip President Obama for pushing a tripling of the airline passenger security tax - also known as the TSA groping tax.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review applaud Republicans for their aggressive denunciation of the Obama budget. However, they also shake their heads as the GOP folds on demanding spending cuts in exchange for allowing an extension of payroll tax rates. And they discuss the odd episode of Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer being mugged by a machete-wielding burglar in the Caribbean.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are generally encouraged at how conservatives are viewing the 2012 landscape following CPAC. They also groan as President Obama's budget is yet another spending binge with a huge tax hike as the only means of reducing deficits. And they shake their heads as only 5,000 voters in Maine show up for the GOP caucuses and some areas still haven't voted.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online cheer Chris Christie for his defense of the poor and his rebuke of a teachers' union official. They also dismiss President Obama's compromise attempt on his birth control mandate. And they discuss the group of Israelis pleading with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu not to attack Iran until after Madonna's concert in May.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online like seeing Florida Sen. Marco Rubio step up as a leader in the raging debate over contraception mandates in Obamacare. They also fear and question a new poll suggesting 20 percent of Republicans are leaning towards President Obama in 2012. And they discuss Los Angeles County's new $1,000 fines for such dastardly crimes as playing frisbee or throwing a football at the beach.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty are encouraged that Rick Santorum's wins on Tuesday will shift the GOP presidential race to the right. They also rip the Obama administration for shredding religious freedom over its mandate for all employer health plans to cover contraception. And they discuss the lack of any delegates at stake in Tuesday's contests and Ron Paul's shaky caucus strategy.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are chuckling as President Obama starts up a Super PAC just two years after scolding the Supreme Court over them. They also discuss the Chrysler ad during the Superbowl that some see as a thinly veiled ad for Obama's re-election bid. And they shred Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg for telling Egyptian television that she would never model a new Constitution on the one that we have today.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are grateful for the coming lull in the Republican presidential primary and caucus schedule. They're also worried that Saturday's really bad turnout is a sign of a very unmotivated GOP base. And they slam the Nevada Republican Party for taking well over 24 hours to count slightly more than 30,000 votes.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like a new poll showing Republican Denny Rehberg in very good shape to defeat incumbent Democratic Sen. Jon Tester. They also groan as the Congressional Budget Office projects high deficits, little job growth and sluggish economic growth in 2012. And they wonder why the D.C. government and police don't seem interested in enforcing the laws when it comes to the Occupy movement.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer the remarkable recovery of three-year-old Bella Santorum after a very serious health scare and give Rick Santorum credit for putting his child before his campaign. They also rip the Occupy movement for once again demonstrating it's real legacy is lawlessness, anarchy and destruction of property. And they have some fun with Herman Cain's endorsement of Newt Gingrich.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged by early polls in Wisconsin that show Go. Scott Walker ahead of either of his possible recall challengers. They shake their heads at news the economy grew at barely half the rate in 2011 that it grew in 2010. And they have fun with Bob Dole's sudden efforts to influence the Republican presidential race.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are happy that Democratic North Carolina Gov. Bev Perdue won't seek re-election and hope it's a sign of Obama's weakness at the top of the ticket. They're also stunned at the huge swings in the polls before the Florida primary. And they cringe as a big part of Newt's response to the allegations from his ex-wife are proven false and Gingrich claims his infidelities actually make him seem more normal to voters.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review rip President Obama's speech for being everything from boring to dishonest and once again claiming the nation's priorities could be addressed properly if the wealthy paid more taxes. They also applaud Mitch Daniels for a sober and devastating assessment of the Obama economy. And they try to figure out why there's such an uproar over Mitt Romney's tax returns when multiple cabinet members have failed to pay them at all in years past.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Dan Foster of National Review like the new Republican National Committee web ad reminding everyone of Obama's economic promises and his failure to keep them. They also sigh as Gingrich and Romney throw mud at each other and take their eyes off Obama. And they're disgusted to learn Warren Buffett's secretary - the poster child for Obama's class warfare strategy - will be an honored guest at the State of the Union address tonight.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are trying to be optimistic that a very competitive Republican race will produce a battle-tested nominee. They're also sad to see Rep. Gabrielle Giffords stepping down as she continues to recover from her horrific shooting. And they have some fun with Sen. Rand Paul's Monday encounter with the TSA.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are optimistic that a year from today we will have a new president and they see Barack Obama's indifference toward the economy as an asset for the GOP this year. They also wince as Mitt Romney struggles to handle requests to release his tax returns. And they dissect Newt Gingrich's fierce retaliation over allegations he asked his former wife for an open marriage.
It's all crazy martinis today as Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty try to figure out why Rick Perry stayed in the race after Iowa only to quit before South Carolina. They're also shaking their heads as Iowa GOP officials sort of announce Rick Santorum won the caucuses but say they really don't know. And they react to Newt Gingrich's ex-wife saying the former Speaker of the House divorced here because she refused his request to have an 'open marriage'.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy watching the Occupy movement lose the last shreds of any credibility. They also fear Mitt Romney is not going to have a clear explanation about why he paid taxes at a 15 percent rate. And we chuckle as Newt Gingrich asks all other conservatives in the race to quit so he can take on Romney.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer Newt Gingrich for his verbal pummeling of debate panelist Juan Williams on the issue of food stamps and poor kids getting jobs. They also scold Mitt Romney for acting like he has no idea that a Super PAC is launching a relentless string of negative ads on his behalf. And they pound South Carolina Democrat Jim Clyburn for claiming Romney's denouncing of class warfare politics is the same as a bus driver telling Rosa Parks to go to the back of the bus.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Charlie Cook of National Review are glad to see Jon Huntsman finally leave the presidential race. They also slam Harry Reid for moaning that Republicans make it harder to raise the debt ceiling. And they chuckle as Newsweek fades into greater absurdity by declaring all of Obama's critics dumb.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer a sting during the New Hampshire primary that shows how fraudulent elections can be without photo identification. They also rip Debbie Wasserman Schultz for blaming the Tea Party for making the political discourse more harsh. And they laugh as CNBC has to make an embarrassing correction.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are impressed that covert operatives have taken out another Iranian nuclear scientist. They also examine a tough Gingrich ad that suggests Mitt Romney had a very pro-abortion record even after his professed conversion to being pro-life. And they rip President Obama for trying to position himself as an outsider again in 2012 and for telling supporters that real change will come if he wins again.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased that the attacks on capitalism did not impact the New Hampshire vote and they were somewhat impressed with how well Mitt Romney drew distinctions between himself and President Obama. They are not happy that the turnout continues to be less than expected given the lack of any real Democratic contest. And they wonder how Jon Huntsman can be so happy after finishing a distant third place in the state where he invested everything.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like a U.S. News and World Report survey showing Americans' greatest fear in 2012 is President Obama being re-elected. They're also dumbfounded as Newt Gingrich, Jon Huntsman and Rick Perry attack a very vulnerable Mitt Romney over the most conservative part of his record. And they wonder what's behind another exit of a White House chief of staff.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer Chris Christie for slamming President Obama over his incessant divisiveness. They also pay tribute to the late Tony Blankley. And they discuss Rick Perry's call for U.S. troops to be sent back into Iraq.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cautiously cheer a pretty good jobs report but note how much ground must be recovered. We discuss Rick Santorum's uncomfortably close ties to lobbyists while he was in the U.S. Senate. And one error at a tiny Iowa precinct could make Santorum the winner after all.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cringe as President Obama guts the military but they see a good opportunity for the GOP nominee to paint a huge contrast on national security. They also slam Obama for his four recess appointments even though the U.S. Senate is not in recess. And they react to Texas Gov. Rick Perry deciding to stay in the 2012 race just hours after he seemed to indicate he was done.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Rick Santorum for using hard work and traditional campaign tactics to score a virtual tie with Mitt Romney in Iowa. They also lament that a record turnout among Iowa Republicans still wasn't very many people. And they marvel at how three major candidates all failed to make it past the first contest of 2012.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer Sen. Rand Paul for saying a third party candidacy would guarantee President Obama's re-election. They also shake their heads over some of the Iowa caucus rules - including the participation of Democrats. And they cheer National Review's Rich Lowry for denouncing liberal Alan Colmes for mocking Rick Santorum's actions following the death of Santorum's newborn son years ago.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review kick off the new year by cheering Tuesday's start of actual votes in the 2012 campaign. They also slam President Obama for slipping a debt ceiling increase request past the American people during the holidays. And we have fun with Newt Gingrich's assertion that his greatest weakness is being 'too reasonable'.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review conclude their award series by naming the person of the year and turncoat of the year. They also offer their resolutions for 2012.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review continue their end-of-year awards. This time they give honors for under-reported story, over-reported story and the best story of 2011.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review hand out more of their political awards for 2011. In this installment, they recognize the best political idea, worst political idea and boldest political tactic.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review continue their 2011 awards. In this edition, they give out honors for worst scandal, best political theater and worst political theater.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review hand out their 2011 awards for rising political star, political figure fading into oblivion and prominent figure we were sad to see pass away this year.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review kick off their 2011 political awards with honors for Most Overrated Figure, Most Underrated Figure and Most Honest Figure.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review dig deep to find some good news out of a survey showing Americans deeply discouraged with the state of the country and with leaders from both parties. They also slam Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee for suggesting President Obama unilaterally extend the payroll tax rates. And Jim unloads on Gary Johnson for bolting the GOP and running for president as a Libertarian.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased that the insane, murderous reign of Kim Jon-Il is over as the North Korean dictator dies. We also wonder what in the world Newt Gingrich is thinking by suggesting as president he would abolish courts and remove judges for egregious decisions. And we discuss the late surge of Ron Paul in Iowa.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review celebrate the House GOP saving the incandescent light bulb just two weeks prior to its extinction. They also reflect on the impact of the late journalist Christopher Hitchens. And they marvel at the disregard the Obamas have for the taxpayers as they make separate vacation flights to Hawaii just a couple of days apart.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer Defense Scretary Leon Panetta for being the first Obama administration official to say the Iraq war was not fought in vain. They also pound President Obama for again suggesting he bears no responsibility for the current economy and has made no mistakes in addressing it. And they shake their heads as MSNBC tries to link Mitt Romney to the KKK.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are very encouraged by a new Gallup poll showing Americans far more fearful of big government than big business. They're also disgusted that Wisconsin official won't void obviously fake signatures in the petition drive to recall Gov. Scott Walker. And they react to Christine O'Donnell's endorsement of Mitt Romney for the GOP nomination.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are happy to see swing state voters far less less enamored with Barack Obama than they were in 2008. They also sigh as President Obama fails to declare victory in Iraq and hails the end of the war in a very political way. And they enjoy the latest insanity from DNC Chairwoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz, who claims unemployment has not gone up under President Obama.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer the Supreme Court for taking up the case of Arizona's immigration laws after the state lost to the Obama administration at the appellate level. They also scold Mitt Romney a bit for his offer of a $10,000 bet to Texas Gov. Rick Perry. And they wonder why NBC hired Chelsea Clinton as a special correspondent.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online enjoyed watching Obama allies Eric Holder and Jon Corzine squirm in their Congressional testimonies on Thursday. They also groan as President Obama contends unemployment benefits and temporary tax breaks are better for the economy than the Keystone Pipeline which would create tens of thousands of permanent jobs. And they have some fun with the news that two Democratic Congressional staffers are fired for getting drunk on the job and telling the world about it.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online applaud Mitt Romney for declining to appear at the Donald Trump debate in Iowa. They also shred President Obama's fairness argument for soaking the rich. And they wonder how confident Newt Gingrich could have been about this campaign in that he has not even bothered to get on the ballot in some important states.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleasantly surprised to see Vladimir Putin take a political punch - they just wish it didn't mean a surge in Communist support. They also discuss Mitt Romney's decision to replace hard drives and scrub the servers as he left the governor's office in Massachusetts. And we discuss Nancy Pelosi threatening to release dirt on Newt Gingrich from an old ethics investigation - until Gingrich reminded her that releasing confidential information was a major violation of House rules.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like how well RNC Chairman Reince Priebus sums up the failed Obama record. They also wonder why any Republican presidential candidates would subject themselves to a debate featuring Donald Trump. And we try to make sense of the end of the Herman Cain campaign.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer Newt Gingrich for his characterization of President Obama and for saying a good conservative candidate will attract moderates to his side and not need to shift to the middle. They see some good news in the November jobs report but the real reason for better numbers is not very good. And they dismiss Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz for suggesting that state laws requiring photo ID to vote amounts to rigging elections for Republicans.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged to see Democratic Rep. Dennis Cardoza articulating an ever-growing disappointment in President Obama. They're also alarmed that the U.S. economy is exhibiting more and more signs of what crippled the economies of several European nations. And they scold Mitt Romney for whining that his interview with Bret Baier of Fox News was 'overly aggressive' and 'unfair'.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer Chris Christie for his blunt criticism of President Obama's failure to get involved in the super committee's work. They also look for the silver lining in Rick Perry not knowing the legal voting age or when next year's general election will be held.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad that Obama's stunning strategy of giving up on trying to win over white working voters has been made public. They also sigh as Herman Cain tries to fend off allegations of a lengthy extramarital affair. And they rip The Washington Post for asking readers to feed them material to make Newt Gingrich look bad.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss the political items for which they are most thankful.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer the Republican presidential hopefuls for holding President Obama's feet to the fire on the failures of the super committee. They also groan as the revised numbers show the economy grew by 20 percent less than expected in the third quarter. And they relect on the Occupy protesters walking from New York City to Washington to influence the super committee - only to find out the committee already folded.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud super committee Republicans for resisting the incessant Democratic demand for major tax increases. They also rip Democrats for saying Republicans are the partisans in this debate. And they question the Obama political strategy of appealing to country music and NASCAR fans after Michelle Obama was booed at a race on Sunday.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online applaud the House Republicans for their well-informed and pointed questioning of Energy Secretary Steven Chu over the Solyndra debacle. They also cringe as Mitt Romney offers another vigorous defense of the health care mandate he signed in Massachusetts. And they explain why the super committee is a failure no matter what happens.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online are encouraged by a poll showing Mitt Romney handily defeating President Obama in New Hampshire. They also groan over the national debt hitting $15 trillion and almost no one in Washington suggesting serious change. And they cheer New York Rep. Peter King for his blunt assessment of the Occupy protesters.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online cheer a new Democratic poll showing the Occupy protesters are sinking in popularity. They also explain why Newt Gingrich should not be the GOP nominee. And they wonder why Obama claiming that Hawaii in Asia doesn't draw the same kind of ridicule as missteps by GOP presidential candidates.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online differ over whether the eviction of 'Occupy' protesters in three American cities is a good thing. They also marvel as a New York judge overrules the city and the park owners by allowing the demonstrators to return. And they sigh as Herman Cain offers another rocky response to a question on foreign policy.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online are happy that the Supreme Court is finally taking up the individual mandate within Obamacare. They are disgusted by revelations that members of Congress are growing their personal fortunes based on insider information. And they shake their heads at how CBS divided time among the candidates at the latest GOP debate.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Dan Foster of National Review Online like that a Balanced Budget Amendment is headed for debate in the House. They also slam President Obama for delaying the Canadian pipeline project - a no-brainer for job growth. They have mixed reactions to Rick Perry's self-effacing response to his debate flub. And they pay tribute to America's veterans.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online enjoy watching Newt Gingrich destroy the mainstream media. They also fear the impact if the Italian economy plummets. And they slam the Obama administration for extending its intrusive, big government agenda all the way to the Christmas tree lot.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like that Mitt Romney is telling people to expect more huge deficits and an economy looking more like Europe if Obama wins a second term. They also groan at polls showing that voters in Ohio plan to overwhelmingly reject changes for state workers' benefits and pensions. And they react to President Obama and French President Sarkozy being caught on an open microphone at the G-20 Summit criticizing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are happy that Herman Cain and Newt Gingrich had a substantive debate and hope that more candidates do that. They also mock President Obama's new web ad for suggesting that his primary accomplishment in the past three years is getting elected the first time. And they cringe as Gloria Allred injects herself into the Herman Cain sexual harassment saga.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review react to a pretty stagnant jobs report and flimsy explanations for why the numbers aren't better. They also unload on Nancy Pelosi for suggesting that unemployment would be at 15 percent without the Obama stimulus in 2009. And they appreciate John Boehner's concise reaction to President Obama's claim that America is better off now than we would have been without the stimulus.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased that some justice may be headed towards former New Jersey Gov. Jon Corzine after some very questionable decisions doom his commodities firm. They also lament how the Cain campaign has pointed the finger of blame at Rick Perry for the sexual harassment controversy. And they wonder what the Greeks are thinking with their cavalier approach to impending default.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty are pleasantly surprised to hear New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg tell protesters on Wall Street that Congress deserves the real blame for the economic crisis of 2008. We also slam President Obama for telling one interviewer he's not interested in allocating blame for the economy while telling another Congressional Republicans are to blame. And we assess the latest Herman Cain statement that may suggest he's not quite up to speed on national security.
Greg Corombos and Jim Geraghty slam Politico for pushing Cain story with almost no facts but Jim also has some choice words for Cain supporters. They also groan as two more Solyndra-like failures emerge with taxpayers again on the hook. And they comment on Greece deciding to gamble temporary financial stability on a nationwide vote.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy reports of the Iranian parliament investigating Mahmoud Ahmadinejad for fraud. They also fear allegations of sexual harassment may mean trouble for the Cain campaign. And they're amused by the free-wheeling performance by Rick Perry in New Hampshire this past weekend.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review offer their Halloween martinis. What "scary" news may have a strong silver lining? Which political stories scare them in the usual bad way? And what headlines are just scary crazy?
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are generally happy with improved economic growth in the third quarter. They're disgusted with the liberal media as the Left blames the police for confrontations with Occupy Wall Street protesters. And they can't believe Rick Perry is seriously considering skipping many of the coming GOP debates.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad that James Carville thinks the lousy economy could spell defeat for Obama. They also groan as Mitt Romney tries to play it too safe in Ohio. And they're scratching their heads over the latest Herman Cain web ad.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer Rick Perry for finally putting forth a serious policy plan on taxes. They also find good and bad in the assessment of Occupy Wall Street by liberal columnist Richard Cohen. And they wonder why Florida is making itself a winner-take-all primary in the GOP presidential race.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer the landslide re-election of Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal. They also slam President Obama for dodging the Constitution in advancing his jobs plan and rip the liberal media for trying to conjure up a scandal about Marco Rubio.
On this special anniversary edition of the Three Martini Lunch, Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy watching moderate Democrat Dennis Cardoza announce his retirement and blast President Obama as he leaves. They also groan at the revelation that $529 million taxpayer dollars were spent on manufacturing jobs for the construction of electric cars - which will be be made in Finland. And they have some choice comments for Harry Reid after the Senate Majority Leader claims that private sector jobs are doing just fine.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review shed no tears over Moammar Gaddafi's death and are glad the man with so much American blood on his hands is gone. They also point out several Obama blunders after the president claims he's made all the right decisions on the economy. And they slam Vice President Biden for insisting that rapes and murders will increase - unless Congress passes legislation to pay for more police officers.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see Virginia Democrats staying as far away from President Obama as possible - and even asking him to change his schedule to keep him out of their districts. They also groan as the latest GOP presidential debate was more feisty but still doesn't give them great confidence that any of the candidates can beat a very beatable Obama. And they finally find a good thing about Occupy Wall Street.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review celebrate the Obama administration scrapping a key part of Obamacare - even if they still insist it's a good idea. We also slam Obama for claiming the Republican jobs plan is to have dirtier air, dirtier water and fewer people with health insurance. And we speculate upon the sheer panic in the Obama bus when the president learned the truck carrying his teleprompter was stolen.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review roll their eyes at President Obama's latest campaign trip/jobs tour to Virginia and North Carolina, but they are glad those states look much better for Republicans next year than they did in 2008. They also rip Obama for injecting his political agenda into his Martin Luther King Memorial speech. And they have little patience for MSNBC's Melissa Harris Perry, who suggested it is racist to mention that only 53 percent of Americans pay any federal income taxes.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud the House of Representatives for passing three free trade deals and an important pro-life bill this week. They also chide President Obama for dodging a press conference question by accusing the reporter of working for Mitt Romney. And they try to wrap their minds around Rep. Jesse Jackson, Jr.'s call for Obama to declare an emergency, ignore Congress and have the government hire all 15 million unemployed Americans and pay them $40,000 per year.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer Rep. Darrell Issa for issuing subpoenas for Attorney General Eric Holder to further comply with the probe into Operation Fast & Furious. They also slam New Hampshire for floating the possibility of holding its Republican presidential primary on December 6. And they discuss the wisdom of Christine O'Donnell getting another book deal when sales of her first book weren't exactly stellar.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased the Iranian terrorist plot in the U.S. was foiled but are not impressed with the government's reaction. They also yawn over the latest GOP presidential debate and wish all the Republicans would spent more time slamming Obama. And they unload on President Obama after he suggests government plays a vital role in the success of every entrepreneur.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review see good things for Republicans as more Democrats align themselves with the Wall Street protesters. They also lament the killing of Coptic Christians in an Egypt that was supposedly improved by the February revolution. And they discuss new reports that a reclusive President Obama is ending his workdays early and only talks with a couple of advisers.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Kevin Williamson of National Review cheer Herman Cain for labeling the "Occupy Wall Street" protesters as anti-capitalist, playing the victim card and wanting to punish the success of others. They also blast President Obama for demanding that Republicans must prove his jobs plan won't work and saying independent economists have concluded his plan is guaranteed to work. And they beat up on California Gov. Jerry Brown for banning minors from tanning booths but allowing 12-year-olds to determine their own STD prevention program.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud the Associated Press for its fact-checking feature that proves President Obama lied on many issues in his press conference. They also sigh as the latest jobs report suggests a stagnant economic environment. And they offer their latest thoughts on the foul and increasingly dangerous Wall Street protesters.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are glad the GOP presidential field is finally set, even though many conservatives are disappointed that Sarah Palin will not be running. They also discuss the incredible accomplishments of the late Apple Chairman Steve Jobs. And they wonder why President Obama is appointing Colombian singer Shakira to a special commission on Hispanic education.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online enjoy watching Senate Democrats thwart the president's jobs bill. They also explain why the Occupy Wall Street protesters are nothing like the Tea Party and they discuss the strategy of fighting childhood hunger with muppets.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online are happy that President Obama is finally admitting America is worse off than we were four years ago. But will he admit any of it is his fault? They also regret that we won't get Chris Christie's candor in the GOP presidential debates. And we try to figure out why Vice President Biden claimed to have no idea who Van Jones is.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online applaud Dick Cheney for reminding President Obama that his recent killings of terrorists are due to Bush-era policies Obama once blasted repeatedly. They also discuss the race allegations against Rick Perry and the how the media is digging fiercely for any negative stories on the presidential hopefuls. And they comment on the revelation that the White House tipped off a photographer about Michelle Obama's 'normal' trip to Target last week.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online cheer the drone strike that took out Al Qaeda honcho Anwar al-Awlaki. They also rebuke President Obama for saying America has become soft. And they enjoy Warren Buffett's efforts to distance himself from Obama's tax hike plan.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online cheer the FBI for breaking up the most sophisticated terrorism plot since 9-11. They also assess Rick Perry's damage control efforts since his rough debate performance. And we we scold New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg for suggesting the highest duty of government is to get people to make healthy eating choices.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online loved the way Chris Christie exposed President Obama as relying on fear, division and hatred for his re-election - the very things Obama denounced in 2008. They also rip former Obama budget director Peter Orzag for suggesting that gridlock could be solved by less democracy through Congress and more actions taken through executive orders and special commissions. And they slam the Obama administration for questioning Ford over a new ad highlighting that Ford is the only U.S. automaker that didn't take bailout money. And they slam Ford for caving in and pulling the ad.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review Online are happy to see Obamacare and the individual mandate fight coming to the Supreme Court sooner than many expected. They also groan as President Obama fields a town hall question from a man pleading to have his taxes raised and unload as the government bans typical asthma inhalers and mandates more environmentally friendly ones that are much more expensive.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review Online are glad to see Herman Cain's campaign get a shot in the arm with a win in the Florida straw poll. They're also weary of the latest Chris Christie speculation and fear he could be getting pushed into this race even though he doesn't want to run. And they have some fun with Obama finding critical common ground with Lady Gaga - on the campaign against bullying.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review Online are glad it will be tough for President Obama to duck the Solyndra scandal after company executives plead the 5th before Congress. They also slam Rick Perry for suggesting anyone who opposes his in-state tuition for illegals doesn't have a heart. And we wonder why Rep. Thaddeus McCotter is endorsing Mitt Romney just months after describing Romney and Obama as "running mates".
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy the further erosion of President Obama's case for his jobs bill - this time by telling the real story of Obama's favorite bridge in the Midwest. They also welcome Gary Johnson to tonight's Republican presidential debate but wonder why Rep. Thaddeus McCotter is on the outside looking in - at least we were before he dropped out this afternoon. And they have some fun with today's Charlie Rangel portrait unveiling.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Kevin Williamson of National Review enjoy the news that even tax-hiker-in-chief Bill Clinton doesn't think now is a good time for President Obama to pursue tax increases. They also groan at Obama's moral equivalence on the grievances of Palestinians and Israelis. And they're not exactly stunned that the Ed Rollins experiment didn't work out for the Bachmann campaign.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see the IRS admitting what we already know - that the rich already pay way more in taxes than the middle class. They also fear how President Obama and the United Nations will handle the push for Palestinian statehood this week. And their jaws drop as the chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus says if someone other than Obama were president then black lawmakers would be marching on the White House over the huge unemployment rate for black Americans.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review unload on President Obama for his tired, whiny and deceitful speech pushing new tax hikes on "the rich". We also like Rep. Paul Ryan's explanation of why the Obama tax hikes are a terrible idea for the economy and for job creation. And we marvel at how the once-urgent jobs bill probably won't get to the floor of the Democratically-controlled Senate until sometime next month.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like how Obama's 2012 strategy is falling apart now that Democrats are also giving Obama's jobs plan a thumbs down. We cringe as Jimmy Carter makes it clear he hopes Mitt Romney is the GOP nominee next year. And Harry Reid gives another stunning performance on the Senate floor - this time extolling the greatness of bike paths.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review see bad approval numbers for Obama in California as evidence that he's in for a tough fight in many places next year. We also discuss the worsening story behind the waste of $535 million taxpayer dollars in the green jobs firm known as Solyndra. And we applaud Texas Rep. Louie Gohmert for claiming the title of "The American Jobs Act of 2011" to advance his goal of more tax relief for businesses.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer huge GOP wins in special New York and Nevada House races. We also suspect Michele Bachmann went way too far on the vaccine issue. And we react to the Democratic chairwoman suggesting the New York district her party lost for the first time in over 90 years is a tough district for Democrats to win.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like that the intensity is rising in the Republican debates and discuss who gained the most last night. We also sign as President Obama proposes that his new jobs bill is paid for almost entirely by new taxes. And we advise Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman to quit trying to make us laugh.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review find even more reason to be optimistic about Republicans taking the House seat formerly held by Anthony Weiner. We also scold President Obama for suggesting Republicans like everything in his jobs bill but oppose it for political gain. And we wonder why the main who coined 'ObamneyCare' is now backing Mitt Romney.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are cautiously optimistic that a Republican will actually win the House seat once held by Anthony Weiner. We slam President Obama's speech as small-visioned, arrogant and tiresome. And we offer our reflections as America observes 10 years since the 9-11 terrorist attacks.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Dan Foster of National Review generally like how the Republican presidential candidates handled Wednesday's debate, how Perry and Romney fared and Ron Paul's explanation on how conservatives meet people in need. We also rip the moderators for their performances at the debate. And we discuss liberal legislative priorities while the rest of us are trying to jump start the economy.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleasantly surprised to see liberal columnists unloading on President Obama. We also chide Obama for once again overruling his generals on troop levels. And we groan as the Obama administration refuses to criticize James Hoffa even slightly over his incendiary remarks.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review give tentative thumbs up to jobs plans offered by Mitt Romney and Jon Huntsman - especially when compared to what the president is still peddling. We also denounce the violent language, gutter profanity and atrocious grammar of Teamsters President James Hoffa. And we urge Sarah Palin to decide one way or the other on a 2012 White House bid.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like President Obama's decision to rescind one of his burdensome regulations. We also groan over the news that zero net jobs were created in August. And we marvel at Silvio Berlusconi's unvarnished thoughts about the country he leads.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleasantly surprised that new polls show a strong majority of women disapproving of President Obama's performance. We also dissect Obama's pathetic attempt to upstage the GOP presidential debate with his jobs speech. And we discuss how the bankruptcy of a 'green jobs' darling is the latest proof Obama's economic agenda is impractical and very political.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer the mayor of Wausau, Wisconsin, for demanding that labor unions allow Republicans in the Labor Day parade or pay for the parade themselves. We also excoriate Indiana Rep. Andre Carson for saying conservatives want to see black people hanging from trees. And we get a good laugh out of the Romney campaign contending its troubles with Jewish donors are because those donors think Michele Bachmann is one of them.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged by news that 27 percent of Democrats want someone else to be the party's nominee in 2012. We also document how our Libyan 'allies' are looking more radical by the day. And we discuss Obama's illegal immigrant uncle who managed to get a valid Social Security card and driver's license.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see a new Gallup survey shows 55 percent of Americans are not happy with Obama's performance. We also criticize New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg for his heavy-handed style in banning clergy from the 9-11 remembrance at Ground Zero and in how he ordered hurricane evacuations. And we document Al Gore's latest step into pathetic hysteria.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer House Speaker John Boehner for demanding details on 219 new government regulations that will cost taxpayers and businesses at least $100 million per year. We also cringe as we learn that in four years, Obama will easily spend more money than George W. Bush spent in eight years. And we discuss the curious infatuation that Moammar Gaddafi apparently has with former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review can't wait to hear the real scoop on the Bush years as Dick Cheney's memoir gets released in the coming days. We also slam Ohio GOP Rep. Steve Chabot for confiscating the cameras of his own constituents at a town hall. And we discuss why Arizona Democrats are so furious that another Democrat wants to challenge Arizona Rep. Gabrielle Giffords on grounds she may not still be able to do the job.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cautiously cheer a new poll showing Floridians overwhelmingly rejecting Obama and his re-election efforts. We also rip liberals for immediately turning the Virginia earthquake into a talking point for their pet causes. and we offer our own musings on the tremors that shook the nation's capital on Tuesday.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like a new Gallup poll showing four Republicans neck-and-neck with President Obama. We also lament Paul Ryan's final decision not to run for president, and we dissect the rumors that Obama may not even seek-re-election.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer as Col. Gaddafi appears ready to fall in Libya. We also wonder which Republicans Jon Huntsman is trying to reach with his scolding of conservatives over evolution and global warming. And we marvel at President Obama's unbridled hypocrisy as he accuses Republicans of putting party above country just three years after rebuking John McCain for allegedly doing the same.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Dan Foster of National Review enjoy Nancy Pelosi being heckled by Democrats for not being liberal enough. We also excoriate New Jersey Sen. Frank Lautenberg for saying "we need to eliminate the rich". And we comment on the goodwill basketbrawl between Georgetown and a Chinese team.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Dan Foster of National Review are pleasantly surprised to see members of the Congressional Black Caucus frustrated by President Obama. We're upset by the terrorist attacks against Israel, including some of the weapons being fired from Egypt. And we blast Chris Matthews for randomly concluding that Rick Perry would not have supported the racial integration of schools.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Dan Foster of National Review relish the possibility of a Paul Ryan White House run although we don't expect it to happen. We also grimace as two Wisconsin Democrats survive recall efforts. And we scratch our heads as Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says food stamps are one of the best ways to stimulate the economy.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Dan Foster of National Review like how the Tea Party activists confronted President Obama and that Obama engaged them. We also slam the president for promising a jobs plan without any details but vowing to hold the GOP responsible if it doesn't pass. And we skewer Obama for suggesting that he's enduring more criticism than President Lincoln.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Dan Foster of National Review like the latest Gallup numbers showing President Obama at his lowest approval ratings ever. They also dissect what went wrong for Tim Pawlenty and rip Obama for using taxpayer dollars to pay for his bus tour.
In this episode: An analysis of the Iowa debates; Do the enthusiasms of Ron Paul supporters hurt or help? The Super Committee is comprised mostly of "Old Guard" Congressional veterans - does this really bode well for innovative change?
What to expect from the debate in Ames, IA and a closer look at the strange summer event and its role in the winnowing process. Also, why are teaching assistants, life guards, chefs, and 11 year old boys really rioting in London?
To the unions' despair, republicans keep control of state Senate in WI; Harry Reid's hard-core partisan choices for "The Super Committee" set the tone of compromise; The U.S. appears impotent to have any effect on the situation in Syria.
Rick Perry may announce a bid for the Presidency this weekend in South Carolina in advance of a trip to NH. If Obama really wants us to notice what he inherited from Bush, doesn't that include a better job market, less debt and a better credit rating? Does he really want to run on this argument? Could those London-style riots ever happen here? The Second Amendment might say NO!
Good Martini: Bob Scheiffer from CBS News calls out Obama for bad economic policies in interview with David Axelrod.
Bad Martini: Wall Street Meltdown
Weird Martini: Newsweek has cover claiming Michele Bachmann is driven by rage and has crazy eyes.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy the GOP win over the Democrats in the FAA fight and how the liberal left is flogging Obama for it. We also wring our hands over a week of terrible economic news, and our favorite New York politician is having more rent issues.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Marco Rubio for telling the truth about our real debt crisis. We also rip President Obama for billing taxpayers for his obviously campaign-related bus tour. And we try to figure what Al Gore is talking about as he calls for an "American Spring".
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are cautiously pleased to see lower than expected fundraising numbers for President Obama. We also sigh as Obama continues his class warfare rhetoric - even after the debt deal is signed. And we offer some thoughts on why Harry Reid was waxing eloquently about his pomegranates just before the debt ceiling vote on the Senate floor.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are thrilled to see Rep. Gabby Giffords back on the House floor. We are disgusted by what Joe Biden may have said and what he definitely said about House Republicans. And we shake our heads as Tim Geithner proves a major Obama talking point in the debt debate was pure fiction.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are always happy when a voice of reason comes from the other side. This time, Jim Cramer of CNBC nailed the President for creating uncertainty in the economy. That fact doubles as the bad martini as they rip the latest debt ceiling compromise. Also, Joe Biden tries on a new hat-- landlord.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud those responsible for stopping another terrorist atrocity at Ft. Hood. We're also disgusted by the latest GDP numbers showing a stalled economy and try to reassure everyone after the Obama White House claims the Republican debt ceiling plan would spoil Christmas.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are impressed by Speaker John Boehner's ability to win over members of his own party to his debt ceiling debate plan, but are disappointed that there is so much disagreement in the first place. They are also surprised by the very public calls by big donors for Chris Christie and Rick Perry to throw their hat into the 2012 ring.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review praise the state of Ohio for having a referendum on Obamacare. They are frustrated about Jay Carney's latest tortured explanation about why Obama still hasn't produced a written plan for the debt crisis. And they are outraged that the Lockerbie bomber is alive and well two years after he was supposedly facing imminent death.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review feel that an extra martini is necessary after the recent debt debate speeches. A good one for Speaker Boehner's comments, two separate bad martinis for the President's thoughts and a crazy martini that answers Mr. Obama's question: What are American's fed up with the most?
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are happily surprised that the markets did not react negatively to the still-absent debt ceiling plan. But they are scratching their heads at President Obama's refusal of a bipartisan plan offered by Speaker John Boehner and Majority Leader Harry Reid. Also, tiger suits and sex scandal: what is going on with Congressman David Wu?
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like a new CNN poll showing a strong majority of Americans backing the GOP budget approach and even more supporting a Balanced Budget Amendment. We also discuss the terrorist attack in Norway and assess the debate between Reps. Allen West and Debbie Wasserman Schultz.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer the decision of former GOP Rep. Pete Hoekstra to run for the Senate. We also wince as a new poll suggests the public is siding with Obama on the debt ceiling debate. And we rip Iowa Sen. Tom Harkin for suggesting a "cult fringe" is responsible for holding up a debt reduction deal.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review credit one mainstream media reporter for pointing out that President Obama has never had a debt reduction plan and we marvel at the White House response. We also slam the Gang of Six for pushing tax hikes as a way to fight the rising debt. And we try to determine why Herman Cain is spending so much time on what Muslims should and should not be allowed to do.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleasantly surprised that Las Vegas mogul and 2008 Obama supporter Steve Wynn now calls the Obama administration the biggest 'wet blanket' to business and growth in his lifetime. We also chastise the liberal media for gleefully piling on to the Rupert Murdoch story over ideology in addition to the allegations. And we discuss a report anonymously quoting former Michele Bachmann staffers about her migraine headaches and how the condition could derail her White House ambitions.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are rooting for the Republicans as they push the Balanced Budget Amendment this week. Also, Obama threatens Social Security checks if the debt ceiling isn't raised. And can you believe that Republicans now are being accused of racism for not wanting to raise the debt ceiling? They couldn't either.
Greg Corombos and Dan Foster of National Review like a new Gallup poll showing a generic Republican beating President Obama by eight points in 2012. We slam a new California law forcing schools to include a gay history curriculum for kids as young as five years old. And we roll our eyes at Nancy Pelosi for saying President Obama is far more patient than Job of the Bible.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Kevin Williamson of National Review are impressed that Eric Cantor has the strongest backbone in the debt ceiling debates and is willing to go toe-to-toe with President Obama. They are not surprised that Moody's plans to review the U.S. debt again. And they call out Obama's bluff regarding his stubborn taxing and spending plan.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review disagree on the intentions of Mitch McConnell's plan with the debt ceiling. Are the Republicans making the only decision Obama will accept or are they just quitting? They rip Obama for his actions trying to win back the elderly vote. And they reveal Michelle Obama's poor eating choice despite her stance on healthy eating and obesity in America.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer on the Better Use of the Light Bulb Act. They discuss Pakistan's threat to reduce its efforts to fight the Taliban and Al Qaeda. And are surprised radical Democrat Alan Grayson is seeking to return to the House. They hope an uncivil Democratic primary fight will help boost the Republican nominee.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are relieved that John Boehner stood firm on avoiding tax increases of any kind after it appeared he may give in to President Obama's plans to raise taxes. They believe Tim Pawlenty used stronger language than people expected when comparing his experience to Michele Bachmann, which could hurt his chances in the presidential campaign. And, they thought it was ridiculous when Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner thought it was nonsense to be concerned about the staggering unemployment rate.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Sen. Ron Johnson for denouncing the small, closed door meetings that will likely craft the debt ceiling extension bill. We also lament a surprisingly bad jobs report and slam President Obama for even considering a bypass around Congress if it were to reject a debt ceiling extension.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review once again give credit to a state government after Rhode Island passed stricter voter identity laws. Also, after President Obama's Twitter Town Hall they have some thoughts about his violent analogies and his wildly outlandish claims that his staff has not received raises since he came into office.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review confirm that President Obama's stimulus plan was a bad idea, but the results should make for a good argument for the GOP nominee. They aren't surprised when Obama is endorsed by the National Education Association, but they are surprised the endorsement came before the Republican nominee is determined. And, they question whether or not Joe Biden will make the cut and appear on the ballot as Obama's running mate in the 2012 presidential elections.
Brett Winterble wraps up his guest-hosting for Greg Corombos. Today's martinis include Thaddeus McCotter jumping into the Presidential race; the NRSC campaign ad using video of President Obama; and the US military continuing to fly over Libya.
Brett Winterble of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are excited about republicans possibly gaining two more seats in the House, giving them a cushion. They rip Damascus Dennis Kucinich for traveling to Syria and saying President Assad was loved and appreciated by his people. And they mock a commercial trying to link Al Qaeda and gun control.
Brett Winterble of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are amused at the huge tax hike proposal made by House Democrats. We question the legality of President Obama's fund raising event at the White House. And we rip former Rep. Anthony Weiner for confronting the Queen 's Party Chairman with recommendations of who the Democrats should pick to replace him.
Brett Winterble of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review were surprised by Chris Wallace's question to Michele Bachmann calling her a "flake." They also have a bad taste in their mouths from the continued negative economic news, including the latest figures of the real national debt, and were appalled by recent TSA behavior.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Dan Foster of National Review applaud the GOP for walking out on debt talks (for the most part). We roll our eyes as Nancy Pelosi again lays most of the debt blame at the feet of George W. Bush. And we try to figure out what in the world Newt Gingrich is talking about now.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Kevin Williamson of National Review are pleased that Dutch politician Geert Wilders was acquitted on hate speech charges for raising concerns about rapid Muslim immigration to his country. We also dismiss Obama's rosy predictions for Afghanistan as he announces that the surge troops are coming home and we slam Obama for making another purely political decision as he taps into the Strategic Petroleum Reserve.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Dan Foster of National Review are feeling some confidence after a recent poll has only 30 percent of voters ready to re-elect President Obama. They also question Obama's reasoning for removing troops from Afghanistan and can't believe the person who people in Egypt prefer to Obama, even though he's dead.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Kevin Williamson of National Review applaud Chris Christie for making good on his efforts to get a Democratic legislature to require concessions from union members. We also discuss the merits and drawbacks of a Jon Huntsman presidential campaign. And we try to figure out why service members are getting 'imminent danger' pay when we are supposedly not engaged in hostilities.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Dan Foster of National Review like Rick Perry's call for conservatives to stop being ashamed of what they believe. We also cringe as Mitch McConnell suggests a short-term extension of the debt ceiling while a long-term deal can be put together. And we rip NBC for leaving "under God" on the cutting room floor during a U.S. Open segment featuring the Pledge of Allegiance.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review joke about the predictability of Congressman Anthony Weiner resigning from office, challenge Obama's definition of war, and discuss John Edwards' conflicting court cases.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review see a lot to like if Texas Gov. Rick Perry enters the 2012 campaign. We also slam a very misleading DNC video suggesting the GOP presidential debate was all about divisive social issues. And we shake our heads as President Obama partly blames ATMs and airport kiosks for high unemployment rate.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud the GOP presidential hopefuls for keeping their focus on President Obama and not slamming each other. We also rip CNN for a terrible format and several ridiculous questions and marvel at Michelle Obama saying that her husband knows more than the people who brief him.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review laugh at the mainstream media's expense after they did not find any dirt in Sarah Palin's emails. They also wonder why Obama and DNC Chairwoman Debbie Wasserman-Schultz are in denial about the economy and are completely dumbfounded about the further unfolding of Rep. Anthony Weiner's scandal.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged that Obama's campaign team already knows it can't run his record. We also document the mess that is Newt Gingrich's presidential campaign and discuss the media's latest Sarah Palin obsession.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are hopeful about the latest court hearings related to Obamacare but were discouraged that half the country thinks another Great Depression will hit the U.S. in the next year. They also have fun with Pennsylvania Rep. Chaka Fattah's latest tax idea.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like Tim Pawlenty's tax plan, can't stand the news that 30 percent of employers will drop health coverage under Obamacare and we discuss two press conferences for the price of one surrounding the Rep. Anthony Weiner scandal.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like how well Mitt Romney articulates the economic case against President Obama. We also groan as the May jobs report is the latest terrible news in a very bad week for the economy. And we laugh at and celebrate British intelligence for creating some confusion for would-be terrorists.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are enjoying watching the media run in circles around Sarah Palin's family vacation. They also are scratching their heads over some Democrats' fuzzy math while defending Obama's spending policies and are wondering what Huckabee and Trump are thinking by possibly throwing their hats back into the presidential race.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are amused by reasons the Democrats that voted against raising the debt ceiling came up with for their vote. They also discuss the dismal news that 39 percent more people are on food stamps than when Obama took office and wonder what is happening with Rep. Anthony Weiner's Twitter nightmare.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review wonder why there isn't more attention on Obama's do-nothing debt plan, despair over housing prices sinking lower than they were in 2009 and have fun with Obama's auto-pen controversy.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss Bill Clinton scolding Democrats on trying to gain political points without a debt reduction plan of their own. We also groan as Obama tells parliament he wants to 'remake' America - especially with respect to the economy. And we chronicle Obama's gaffes while in Britain - from the awkward toast to signing the wrong year in the Westminster Abbey guest book.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are happy to see Tim Pawlenty hit the issues hard in both Iowa and Florida, discuss Ed Schultz's tantrum on his radio show and wonder what will happen to John Edwards after his indictment.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review celebrate the joining of Democrats against Obama's policies in the Middle East, question the reasons behind the Democratic victory in the New York special election and criticize Obama's newest job posting.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghdy of National Review applaud Benjamin Netanyahu for standing up to President Obama. We also scold Scott Brown for abandoning the Ryan budget plan and we have fun with the news that Osama Bin Laden's wives are turning on each other in custody.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pretty excited about the official 2012 candidacies of Tim Pawlenty and Herman Cain. We are disappointed that Mitch Daniels will not be joining the GOP race and we find new evidence that Cynthia McKinney is crazier than ever.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review debate the strengths and weaknesses of a Jon Huntsman presidential bid. We also slam President Obama for his burdensome demands on Israel just to begin a peace process. And we have some fun with the CIA's anti-leak memo about the bin Laden mission being leaked to the press.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are eagerly anticipating a very blunt political memoir from Dick Cheney. We wonder why a self-avowed socialist was ever allowed to run the International Monetary Fund in the first place. And we point out the insanity of a liberal group's new web ad depicting Rep. Paul Ryan shoving grandma off a cliff because of what they see as his ill-conceived Medicare reform plan.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are happy that a Republican appears to have qualified for the runoff in a predominantly Democratic Congressional district. We document Newt Gingrich's latest political headache, and we speculate what might be involved with Al Qaeda naming an interim leader in the wake of bin Laden's death.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud Paul Ryan's explanation of why his Medicare reform plan is not radical and how it's much preferable to Obamacare. We also rip the blatant politics involved in granting Obamacare waivers - as businesses in Nancy Pelosi's district account for 20 percent of all waivers granted in April. And we savage the government again as we learn light bulbs will cost between $40-$50 each next year thanks to government condemnation of the incandescent bulb.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased to see Obama's poll numbers drifting down again. We also unload on Newt Gingrich for calling Paul Ryan's brand of Medicare reform "right-wing social engineering". And we wonder why Illinois Rep. Jan Schakowsky says the bin Laden death photos depict a violent crime scene.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are happy to hear Wisconsin Sen. Herb Kohl is retiring. We also wince as Mitt Romney tries to defend his Massachusetts health care plan and we discuss the latest Democratic efforts to demonize Big Oil.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like Pennsylvania Sen. Pat Toomey's campaign to explain that not raising the debt ceiling would not be the calamity that many people claim. We also rip the Obama administration and Harry Reid for their thuggish tactics in trying to prevent Boeing from building major facilities in South Carolina. And we rip apart the credibility of a new AP poll showing Obama's approval rating at 60 percent.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review like that Wisconsin has taken a huge jump forward in its ranking of states that are most hospitable for business. We're also disgusted at President Obama for not telling the truth about border security and for pandering to Latino voters. And we have some choice words for the son of Osama bin Laden who says the U.S. disrespected his father's body and has the audacity to say "arbitrary killing is not the solution to political problems".
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud John Boehner's speech on spending and the debt ceiling. We also slam the Nevada secretary of state's decision on a special Congressional election. And we pour some cold water on the impending Newt Gingrich presidential bid.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer Dick Cheney and others who are pushing President Obama to end the Justice Department probe of CIA interrogators. We also groan as experts suggest the housing market could get substantially worse before it gets better. And we rip former Rep. Alan Grayson as he proves he has learned nothing since getting thrashed in the midterm elections.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are actually positive about the first Republican presidential debate of the 2012 campaign. We are especially bullish on Herman Cain and Tim Pawlenty. We're also concerned about the mixed jobs report which shows more jobs created but the unemployment rate is up to 9.0 percent. And we rip Michael Moore for slamming the U.S. for killing Osama bin Laden without a trial and Al Qaeda for whining that we didn't kill bin Laden on the battlefield.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are happy that Mike Pence is running for higher office. We just wish he was running for the highest office. We also rip President Obama for his lame excuses for not releasing the photos and the latest inconsistencies in the raid narrative. And we wonder why Hillary Clinton went to ridiculous lengths to explain her pose in the photo taken during the raid.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud the increased pressure on Pakistan to choose sides or risk its U.S. aid. We groan over President Obama taking so long to determine if any bin Laden death photos will be released. And we address the concerns of Indians over the military giving bin Laden the codename "Geronimo".
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer what seems to be a likely administration decision to release some photos to show what was left of Osama bin Laden. They also groan as Florida Sen. Bill Nelson compares bin Laden to Florida GOP efforts to make voters present photo identification. And we scratch our heads as the official government story keep changing with respect to bin Laden's wife, whether he was armed and which son of his was also killed.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review celebrate the killing of Osama bin Laden at the hands of American Navy Seals, the policies that made this possible and admission that this does not end the War on Terror.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Kevin Williamson of National Review celebrate the progress made thus far by Rep. Gabby Giffords as she prepares to watch her husband and his crew blast off in one of the final space shuttle missions. We also blast Jimmy Carter for having the gall to accuse the U.S. of human rights violations against North Korea. And we both unload on the insane amount of media and public fascination with the royal wedding.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Kevin Williamson of National Review are relatively happy with Obama's new national security team considering how bad some of his other nominees have been. We also mourn lethargic GDP numbers and discuss how Obama got back to 'serious business' after dealing with his birth certificate.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Dan Foster of National Review are hopeful that Obama releasing the birth certificate will diminish Donald Trump and make the liberal media move on to something else. We also rip liberal interest groups for trying to duplicate the grassroots rage of town hall events in years past through their thuggish tactics and we mock the United Nations for inviting Syria to join the Human Rights Council.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review praise House Republicans for keeping the pressure on President Obama to cut spending and we cheer the American people for pushing the GOP to be more bold in restoring fiscal sanity. We regret that Haley Barbour will not be running for president and we wonder why Obama forgot to issue an Easter proclamation.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Daniel Foster of National Review give John McCain credit for being the only American politician that seems to care at all about the military operation in Libya. Of course, the rest of the news in Libya is mixed at best. We also lament the Supreme Court not agreeing to expedite the Obamacare case past the appellate level and that the courts are the only real hope of killing the law because Congress clearly won't do anything about it. And we groan as Obama trots out the usual, tired liberal talking points when it comes to high gas prices.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Kevin Williamson of National Review discuss how Gary Johnson's no-shot bid for the White House could help push the more viable candidates to the right on economics. We also rip President Obama for doing little more than trying to demonize Paul Ryan in his town hall events. And we react to Obama being unable to name a specific mistake he's made as president.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer House Republicans for strongly advancing the Ryan budget. We cringe as the S&P forecasts a negative future for the U.S. economy and we shake their heads as Democrats continue demanding no conditions for an extension of the debt ceiling.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss focus on the dreaded event known as Tax Day 2011. They explain what they like about it (not much), what they don't like (plenty) and what they find most bizarre about the tax code.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review unload on President Obama for his petulant, dishonest speech on the debt that relies on the same old liberal arguments. We also cheer Rep. Paul Ryan for describing the speech as an unserious partisan broadside that does nothing to seriously address our debt crisis. And we tear into the House Republican leadership for agreeing to a budget resolution that looks increasingly lame.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of Radio America are encouraged by House Republicans slamming the door on Obama's tax hike plans. We also rip the House GOP for agreeing to a budget resolution that looks more pathetic by the day. And we tear the United Nations to shreds over its proposal to give human rights to the earth, trees and animals.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are lukewarm on another Romney candidacy but we like his tactic of going after Obama on jobs. We're very worried about Pakistan ordering many of our covert personnel out of the country. And we skewer Chicago schools for banning homemade lunches.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are generally positive about the new budget deal. They groan as President Obama prepares to make taxing the rich a key part of his deficit-cutting plan. And we make fun of Obama going to the Lincoln Memorial to take credit for the aversion of a government shutdown.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are thrilled that newly discovered votes seem to make an incumbent Wisconsin Supreme Court justice winner of a highly-charged race. We also rip Congressional Democrats for choosing government shutdown over paying our troops. And we examine some of the impact that would be caused by a shutdown.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are happy to hear John Boehner say there is no daylight between him and the Tea Party in the budget showdown. We also also groan as Obama makes it clear he's far more interested in winning re-election than solving any problems. And we consider how Donald Trump's focus on the president's eligibility will impact his possible White House run and how it provides cover for other GOP hopefuls.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are happy that pro-Walker forces are stronger than we thought in Wisconsin. We're also frustrated as Obama and other Democrats push for a shutdown while casting GOP as the villain. And we enjoy that the NRSC parody of Obama's 2012 campaign launch scored three times the traffic as Obama's actual campaign launch video.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review love the long-term fiscal blueprint offered by Rep. Paul Ryan. We also rip Democrats for openly rooting for a government shutdown. And we chide Eric Holder for whining about Congressional influence in his decision to hold 9-11 trials at Guantanamo Bay.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review cheer Marco Rubio for pointing out that without major changes America is headed for financial doom even if we do raise the debt ceiling. We also rip GOP Sen. Lindsey Graham for suggesting that free speech should have its limits during times of military action. And we pick apart the web video announcing President Obama's 2012 re-election efforts.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are slightly pleased by the new job numbers but more upset that things aren't much better. We also worry that the Libyan rebels are falling apart, and we endorse Barack Obama's re-election...sort of.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleasantly surprised to see great approval rating for Massachusetts GOP Sen. Scott Brown. They're not happy to hear about Obama's secret orders in Libya or how bad and small the group of rebel fighters seems to be. And we enjoy the comedy routine of new Arizona Rep. Ben Quayle.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are encouraged by plunging Quinnipiac Poll numbers for President Obama. We also worry that the public may not have the stomach for spending cuts we thought they had in November. And we rip members of Congress for piling up $15,000 in parking tickets.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are pleased that the Supreme Court may strike a blow to public financing of elections. We rip President Obama for being painfully long, contradictory and disingenuous in his Libya speech. And we are a bit stunned that Obama is following up the speech with a couple of fundraisers tonight.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review are happy President Obama is finally going to tell the nation why we're in a 'kinetic military action' in Libya and we like that the rebels are pushing back towards Tripoli. We also excoriate Vice President Biden and his team for literally locking up a reporter so he couldn't actually talk with Democratic donors. And we have fun with the possibility that former Obama spokesman Robert Gibbs may be the new spokesman for Facebook.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Kevin Williamson of National Review are encouraged by new polls showing Michigan Democratic Sen. Debbie Stabenow as very vulnerable in next year's election. We also dismiss the supposed shift in command to NATO in our Libya mission and rip the Obama team for constantly delivering contradictory messages. And we have some fun with President Obama being temporarily locked out of the White House.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review hope Michele Bachmann's likely presidential run will speed up decisions from other GOP hopefuls. We're also disgusted that President Obama has no trouble saying what we won't do to achieve victory. And we condemn the administration's lame efforts to say we are not at war in Libya. We are engaged in "kinetic military action".
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Kevin Williamson of National Review are encouraged that even the CEO of Starbucks has soured on Obamacare. We also lament America's allies already looking to bail on the Libyan mission. And we laugh as Hugo Chavez claims Mars had a vibrant civilization but it was destroyed by capitalism.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review see improving odds for the GOP in Missouri as Democratic Sen. Claire McCaskill confesses to billing taxpayers for the use of her private plane. We also fret over President Obama's obvious unease and lack of clarity and energy for the mission in Libya. And we learn how Donald Trump would deal with antagonistic regimes if he were president.
Greg Corombos of Radio America and Jim Geraghty of National Review debate the wisdom of the current military action in Libya. They also note the grim anniversary of Obamacare being approved in Congress. And they enjoy the head of Amtrak scrambling to get to a ceremony honoring Joe Biden - because his train broke down.
Greg Corombos and Jim Geraghty of National Review applaud House Republicans for defunding NPR. We also wonder why the Obama administration waited this long to make a decision on Libya - and then do so with almost no preparation. We also note the closing of Barack Obama Elementary School over budget woes.
Greg Corombos and National Review's Jim Geraghty are happy to see Louisiana Dems struggling to find anyone to run against Bobby Jindal. We also lament that most of the 2012 Republican field might not be ready for crises like what is happening in Japan. And we assess reports that Hillary Clinton is fed up with Obama for his indecision on Libya and other fronts.
Greg Corombos and National Review's Jim Geraghty give the GOP credit for creatively reminding Americans why we're in an awkward budget mess. We also slam the Obama administration for claiming to have led aggressively on Libya when in fact it has done almost nothing. And we marvel as President Obama and his own surgeon general can't seem to agree on whether Americans in the West need medication to ward off possible radiation exposure.
Greg Corombos and Jim Geraghty of National Review feel better about GOP prospects in 2012 as Obama's poll numbers drop. We also wince as Democrats apparently convince their top Virginia Senate candidate to run. And we wonder why Obama has time for golf and his NCAA brackets but not for making decisions about budget cuts or dealing with Libya.
Greg Corombos and National Review's Jim Geraghty are encouraged by the latest Republican rumblings on tackling America's massive debt. They also cringe as Democrats want to put our nuclear energy agenda on hold again in the wake of Japan's nuclear crisis. And we try to figure out why the treatment of one of our worst suspected spies is what pushed State Department spokesman P.J. Crowley over the edge and out the door.
Greg Corombos and National Review's Jim Geraghty breate a sigh of relief that the GOP is not trying to get Joe Scarborough to run for Senate. We lament that the hearings on islamic radicalism turned into a media circus accusing the chairman of discrimination. And we wonder why President Obama thinks it would be easier to be the leader of China.
Greg Corombos and National Review's Jim Geraghty applaud Wisconsin Republicans for finding a way to pass their collective bargaining bill with Democrats still out of state. We also bemoan the momentum behind Gadhafi's forces and Obama's complete lack of interest in doing anything about it. And we wonder how Obama has time for an anti-bullying summit but not to lead on the budget or on the international stage.
Greg Corombos and National Review's Jim Geraghty enjoy the panic at NPR as executives get the boot after an undercover video shows them degrading Tea Party activists and Christians. We also sigh as President Obama insists on much more education spending while paying meaningless lip service to spending restraints. And we shred Harry Reid for suggesting even his beloved Cowboy Poetry Festival can't possibly lose federal funding.
Greg Corombos and National Review's Jim Geraghty find themselves in agreement with John Kerry for once. They also rip the hyped-up condemnation of Congressional hearings into the role of radical Islam in terrorism. And they're stunned to hear White House Chief of Staff Bill Daley say that President Obama never considers the political impact of the decisions he makes.
Greg Corombos and National Review's Jim Geraghty give kudos to Ohio Republicans for successfully moving forward with their budget resolution that actually goes even further than the stalled plan in Wisconsin. We also reluctantly admit we were right about the Obama administration going to great lengths to avoid calling the Frankfurt shootings an act of terrorism. And we offer choice reaction to Florida Rep. Debbie Wasserman-Schultz saying that federal cuts in daycare and early childhood education will absolutely lead to more criminals in the future.
Greg Corombos and National Review's Jim Geraghty delight in the latest retirement from a Senate Democrat - this time it's Hawaii's Daniel Akaka. We also worry that President Obama will try to minimize the fact a Muslim radical is responsible for the murders of two U.S. service members in Germany. And we take aim at Michael Moore's contention that the money of rich people really belongs to all of us.
Greg Corombos and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss Chris Christie's ability to build more support for a presidential bid every time he insists he's not running. We also shake our heads at the latest unnecessary drama surrounding Newt Gingrich, and we chronicle Barbara Boxer's brave fight to save the muppet Elmo from an obvious GOP vendetta.
Greg Corombos and Jim Geraghty of National Review enjoy predictions of strong GOP gains in the Senate in 2012 and 2014. They debate whether Republicans are getting wobbly on spending cuts and showcase what may be the worst action from the Left thus far in the Wisconsin budget showdown.
Greg Corombos and National Review's Jim Geraghty are actually encouraged by President Obama's latest attack on those seeking to rein in public sector unions. We lament the ongoing chaos in Libya and the latest weak-kneed response from Obama and the United Nations. And we're stunned that the head of the AFL-CIO can't bring himself to say that Scott Walker is not like Hitler - as many protesters in Madison have suggested.
Greg Corombos and Jim Geraghty of National Review are impressed that the Wisconsin State Assembly approved the Republican budget plan in the face of boorish and menacing protesters. We also wonder why Mike Huckabee is already attacking Mitt Romney when neither man is running for anything yet. And we rip the United Nations as it has trouble determining whether Libya ought to be given the boot from the UN Human Rights Commission.
Greg Corombos and National Review's Jim Geraghty relish Scott Walker thwarting the intent of a liberal prank call and standing strong for his budget position against the unions. We're also very disappointed that Mitch Daniels ducked a battle with public sector workers in his state and that Jon Thune is not running for president. And we bludgeon Massachusetts Rep. Michael Capuano for saying unions might need to 'get a little bloody' in their fight against budget cuts in several states.
Greg Corombos and National Review's Jim Geraghty celebrate the GOP having at least a small chance to win the open Senate seat in New Mexico. They also denounce Libya's brutal crackdown on protesters and President Obama's pathetic response to the crisis. And they get some more sage wisdom from a Democratic state senator in Wisconsin.
Greg Corombos and National Review's Jim Geraghty celebrate Presidents' Day, as Jim offers a vastly underrated and a badly overrated president in recent history and Greg offers some of his favorite and least favorite leaders. They also debate the role that social conservatism should have in the 2012 GOP primaries.
Greg Corombos and National Review's Jim Geraghty cheer on Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker for taking on the unions in order to help restore fiscal sanity to his state. We also slam the Obama administration for planning to condemn Israel at the United Nations. And we try to figure out what New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg plans to accomplish by sending a truck around the United States while displaying the number of gun-related deaths in this country.
Greg Corombos and National Review's Jim Geraghty cheer heartily as Chris Christie brings a dose of reality to Washington. They worry about what Iran might be doing through its Suez mischief and enjoy the public groundswell of support for a Robocop statue in Detroit.
Greg Corombos and National Review's Jim Geraghty cheer on the protesters trying to bring down the execrable regimes in Libya and Iran. They groan as House Democrats predictably accuse Republicans of putting women and children last as the GOP tries to cut spending. And Jim chronicles his effort to get NYU to respond to the detestable online comments of Nir Rosen.
Greg Corombos and National Review's Jim Geraghty applaud the near universal rejection of President Obama's budget and regret that the official national debt now equals the entire U.S. gross domestic product. They also address the IRS plan to offer tax breaks to breastfeeding mothers as part of Michelle Obama's battle against America's obesity.
Greg Corombos and National Review's Jim Geraghty celebrate the major spending cuts being proposed next week on the House floor. They also analyze Obama getting surprised by the developments in Egypt and try to find words capable of describing the stupidity of Chris Matthews.
Greg Corombos and Radio America's Jim Geraghty relish Virginia Sen. Jim Webb's retirement and the chance for a conservative pickup in 2012, but they regret Arizona Sen. Jon Kyl's decision to retire next year. And they try to explain the stunning behavior of disgraced ex-Congressman Christopher Lee.
Greg Corombos and National Review's Jim Geraghty give the House GOP credit for rolling up their sleeves and getting to work on spending and scrutinizing the Fed. We also wonder why Indiana Sen. Richard Lugar seems to be doing everything he can to antagonize the Tea Party ahead of his 2012 re-election effort. And we chronicle the latest insanity from MSNBC's Chris Matthews, after he tells a black conservative from National Review that he looks more like President Obama than GOP front-runner Mitt Romney.
Greg Corombos and National Review's Jim Geraghty enjoy watching four Senate Democrats plot to bring down the individual mandate in the health care plan. They also shake their heads as President Obama fails to understand why more jobs aren't being created and get some laughs out of Rod Blagojevich trying to damage Rahm Emanuel just days before the Chicago mayor's race.
Greg Corombos and National Review's Jim Geraghty celebrate Republicans and Democrats choosing spending cuts over tax increases to reduce the debt. They also bemoan Michelle Obama's push to make restaurant menus more health-conscious and scratch their heads at the bizarre and sometimes sleazy Superbowl moments.
Greg Corombos and National Review's Jim Geraghty cheer New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie's verbal smackdown of Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley. They're also unimpressed with the January jobs report and scoffing at Al Gore latest feeble attempt to link every major weather event to global warming. Greg and Jim also offer thoughts on the Superbowl and on the liberal media trying to draw comparisons between President Obama and President Reagan.
Greg Corombos and Jim Geraghty of National Review like the push to expedite the court fight over Obamacare to the Supreme Court and wonder why Obama is saying almost nothing about Egypt and have fun with Sen. Jon Tester ripping his opponent over who is supporting his campaign.
Greg Corombos and National Review's Jim Geraghty discuss the favorable U.S. Senate landscape for the GOP in 2012. They also lament the latest chaos in Egypt and President Obama's apparent inability to stay on top of it. And they have some fun with Sen. Chuck Schumer and the Democratic rationale for choosing Charlotte to host their 2012 convention.
Greg Corombos and Jim Geraghty toast the latest court decision declaring Obamacare unconstitutional. They're also frustrated that Obama seems to have no policy on Egypt and they consider the bizarre case of Jon Huntsman, stepping down as Ambassador to China in order to possibly run against Obama.
Greg Corombos and National Review's Jim Geraghty cheer America's ongoing support for a full repeal of Obamacare. They also dread the possible replacements for the Mubarak regime in Egypt and are amused by Massachusetts Rep. Stephen Lynch telling progressives not to challenge incumbent Democrats in primary elections.
Greg Corombos and Jim Geraghty of National Review discuss the possible results of the rising violence in Egypt. They also try to cope with Rep. Mike Pence deciding not to run for the White House. And they have some fun with Rep. Dennis Kucinich and has lawsuit against the managers of the House cafeteria.
Greg Corombos and National Review's Kevin Williamson applaud the House GOP for trying to end taxpayer funding of presidential campaigns. They also assess the horrific CBO numbers on the deficit and the future of Social Security, and they try to find words capable of explaining just how awful Virginia Rep. Jim Moran is for suggesting racism is the reason for the 2010 midterm election results.
Greg Corombos and National Review's Jim Geraghty celebrate a grim but honest and candid Republican response from Rep. Paul Ryan. They also groan as President Obama once again targeted Big Oil and "the rich" as needing to pay more to the government. And they discuss the lethargic response members of Congress seem to have throughout the speech.
Greg Corombos and Jim Geraghty of National Review dread having to watch the State of the Union but are looking forward to Rep. Paul Ryan's response. They also have fun with Rahm Emanuel's ballot problems and wonder if a GOP House freshman is already in an ethics mess.