A reason to look forward to Monday

PRESIDENT OBAMA TO UNVEIL PLAN TO TAX THE WEALTHY

According to the BBC, the President is at last ready to unveil a new scheme by which the wealthy would come closer to paying their fair share for the upkeep of this country.  Read the full story here.

Just in time for the debate!

Here is a link to an amazing blog post at Big Corporation.  The post is essentially a list of quick facts and counterpoints to conservative misinformation, with topics ranging from jobs to the taxes to healthcare.  This is very well grounded fact sheet, with each fact cited with a link to the source of information.  Much of the information is in fact derived directly from original primary sources - that is, it is often taken directly from the original study that revealed the fact in the first place, without it having passed through a news outlet or other secondary source.  And the post will link you directly to that very study.  Try having an opponent rebut your argument now!  The facts are on your side.

Check it out here!

Classic Primary Debate Moments

As we political nerds prepare for this evening's stand-up special, Politico has put together a great list of primary debate moments from the past thirty or so years, spanning from Reagan to Obama.

It being a rainy and miserable day here in Washington, so this writer will be preparing for the debate with a home cooked meal and a drink to warm up.  It will probably be most prudent, however, to stay away from foods on which one could choke easily - tonight's main event will likely be replete with gaffes, shockers, and non-sequitrs.

With that in mind, pop some popcorn, get comfortable, and enjoy!