Observations from the Cheap Seats

    Well let’s see — it’s now President-elect Obama’s recollection versus David Axelrod’s recollection.  Who are we going to believe?  Did he talk to Blagojevich or did he not?  My money’s on Axelrod’s first version of these events.  When I watch Obama’s denial of any contact, I am left with the sickening feeling in my stomach — given the stilted, parsed denial — that he’s not | Read More »

    Observations from the Cheap Seats

    Hillary for Secretary of State – Chris Matthews calls it Machiavellian and questions why Obama would make such a mistake. But, the question is really why would Hillary accept such an offer. If she wants to be president some day, expect there to be a problem with Bill’s vetting and Hillary to return to the Senate. And, whether accepted or not, having made the gesture | Read More »