Palins coin conspiracy Nov 13, 2009
Sarah Palin Suggests Coin Conspiracy In Wisconsin Speech. What's Your Reaction. (Harper's Magazine)
Editorial: Make Florida a leader in green energy Nov 13, 2009
Florida Attorney General Bill McCollum, a 2010 candidate for the Republication gubernatorial nomination, and former House Speaker Newt Gingrich, also spoke. (AP Photo/Orlando Sentinel, Joe Burbank). (The News-Press -- Opinion)
Michele Bachmann crashes the party Nov 12, 2009
"If you're going to play that kind of role as a passionate person who, who goes out there and really says stuff, you better have pretty good instincts," says Tony Blankley, one-time press secretary to former House speaker Newt Gingrich. "Because if you have bad instincts, you're going to pay a price. "But on the other hand," he adds, "nobody follows somebody who's just muttering. (CNN)
Newt Gingrich's Religious Overhaul Nov 11, 2009
Newt Gingrich appearing on "Face The Nation," June 7, 2009 ... It says much about the transformation of the Republican Party that even Newt Gingrich is now carrying the cross. (CBS News -- US)
Opinion: GOP too giddy? Nov 11, 2009
However, the members of Congress in the Class of '94 refused to allow Newt Gingrich to compromise. The Republican freshman, said President Clinton's senior advisor George Stephanopoulos, "had become Newt's Frankenstein's monster -- and my new best friends.". (CNN)
Where Do We Get These Men and Women? Nov 11, 2009
by Newt Gingrich 11/11/2009. This Veterans Day, I am reminded once again of the wonderful line at the end of the movie adaptation of James Michener s The Bridges at Toko Ri. (Human Events Online)
Paul Krugman: Radical right revels in growing ability to sway angry voters Nov 10, 2009
At this point, Newt Gingrich is what passes for a sober, reasonable elder statesman of the GOP. And he has no authority. Real power in the party rests, instead, with the likes of Rush Limbaugh, Glenn Beck and Sarah Palin (who at this point is more a media figure than a conventional politician). (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
GOP's Future Nov 10, 2009
Some prominent Republicans, including former House speaker Newt Gingrich, saw the upstate House New York race as a cautionary tale about what happens when Republicans become too dogmatic, rejecting candidates who don't conform to a relatively narrow set of beliefs. Gingrich suggested that conservatives like Rubio and Palin are engaged in a "" of moderates that could ultimately result in Democrat Nancy Pelosi being "speaker-for-life.". (CBS News)
Freedom fighter Nov 6, 2009
Mostly they are disgraced GOP leaders and has-beens -- the abandoned former speaker and three-time adulterer Newt Gingrich; the forced-out-of-office and indicted Tom DeLay; the congressional failure but corporate-cosseted Dick Armey. There are also new crazies like Rep. (Salon)
‘John Gizzi Is a Phenomenon’ Nov 5, 2009
Newt Gingrich, former speaker of the House. John is a great guy, and a tireless reporter whose ear is always to the ground. (Human Events Online)
Michelle Malkin: Who exactly are you calling an extremist? Nov 5, 2009
Newt Gingrich, who foolishly stood with Scozzafava until she threw herself under the bus over the weekend, piously invoked Reagan and condemned the extreme purism of unruly conservatives who wouldnt keep quiet about Scozzafavas radical-left agenda. But conservatives are not demanding purity. (The News-Press -- Opinion)
Obama's 10 best and worst moves Nov 5, 2009
At the height of the nomination fight, former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich took to his Twitter feed to denounce Sotomayor as a racist. Gingrich backed down, but Republicans will likely hear the echo of little outburst in 2010 and 2012. (India Times)
Independent MARs Nov 5, 2009
No doubt Michael Steele and Newt Gingrich had a lot to celebrate last night as not only two company men like Chris Christie and Bob McDonnell were elected to governorships in their respective states, but Doug Hoffman s loss of Congressional District that was in Republican hands since before the War Between the States can also lead the smug to say I told you so. Actually Doug Hoffman, the Conservative Party candidate, was a company man too, of Conservative Inc. But he the smart sense to take... (The American Conservative)
'Warning Shot' Nov 5, 2009
And it became a predictor for a lot of what happened with the Newt Gingrich revolution in 1994. Regardless of how this race comes in tonight in New Jersey, do you think we see something similar developing. (Fox News)
GOP's Beck-Limbaugh wing misreads Hoffman's loss in New York Nov 5, 2009
For their part, stalwarts like Newt Gingrich and Lindsay Graham have begun warning against the futility of only putting up staunch conservatives for office. But their pleadings have been drowned out by Rush Limbaugh, Glenn Beck, and the seething frustrations of Republicans. (Christian Science Monitor)
Huckabee leads Republican prospects in poll Nov 5, 2009
By Susan Page, USA TODAY WASHINGTON Former Arkansas governor dismisses talk of a front-runner for the 2012 presidential race as meaningless. "It's like speculating who's going to be the best actor next year when we don't even know what the movies are," he says. (USA Today)
A Bad Day for the Obama White House A Good Day for the American People Nov 5, 2009
A bad day for the Obama White House but a good day for the American people. That s the easiest way to summarize the collapse of the Democratic candidates around the country yesterday. (Human Events Online)
A referendum on Obama? Not likely Nov 5, 2009
In NY23 Hoffman had the National Republican Congressional Committee, Newt Gingrich and a whole host of GOP brass fighting AGAINST him and he only lost by a slim margin. A referendum on Obama. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Daily guide to television and radio Nov 5, 2009
Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe)
What a Difference a Year Makes Nov 4, 2009
The New York race already split the partypitting Sarah Palin and Fred Thompson against Newt Gingrich and the Republican National Committee. A victory would probably spur more purity tests as conservatives seek to repeat their success. (Slate)
Principles And Pettiness In NY-23 Nov 4, 2009
It's why backslapping old Bob Michel was a permanent House Minority Leader who could never become speaker of the House, while firebrand Newt Gingrich was propelled to third in line to the presidency by nationalizing the 1994 congressional elections. Unfortunately, one of the people forgetting that lesson is Gingrich himself. (Investors Business Daily)
GOP family feud showing Nov 4, 2009
" Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich, who had pointed to the Scozzafava backlash this week to caution against a "purge" of party moderates, formally switched his endorsement from her to Hoffman. But the architect of the "Republican Revolution" warned that the Conservative candidate's ability to drive the official Republican pick from the race could mean tough times to come for the GOP. "This makes life more complicated from the standpoint of this: If we get into a cycle where every time one side... (CNN)
The Dede Media Nov 4, 2009
Neither should Michael Steele or Newt Gingrich. Location: CA Reply # 2 Date: Nov 4, 2009 - 1:56 AM EST Hoffman's close outcome with his late entry and the byzantine approach the local Republican party used to put up Scozzafava was politically fascinating. (Townhall.com)
Unlikely pair make tour stop in Alabama Nov 4, 2009
MONTGOMERY, AL (WSFA) - Political figures Reverand Al Sharpton and former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich couldn't be more different, and they don't mind admitting it. Sharpton elaborated, "I said Brother Newt, there are some republicans that don't like me down there. He said you're wrong Al, none of the republicans like you.". (WSJA.com, AL)
Three Reasons The Conservative Movement Should Be Grateful To Rush Limbaugh Nov 3, 2009
For engineering the Contract with America and the Republican takeover of the house in 1994, Newt Gingrich earned his spot in the pantheon of conservative heroes as well. The other man that all conservatives owe a debt of gratitude. (Townhall.com)
Stars shine on once-obscure House campaign Nov 3, 2009
Scozzafava was initially backed by former House Speaker Newt Gingrich, who said he was disappointed by her support of Owens following her withdrawal. Speaking in Watertown on Tuesday, Joe Biden said the Conservatives' view is narrow and a reflection of failed Bush-Cheney policies, espousing a philosophy that you are either absolutely right or morally wrong. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Plouffe: Campaign didnt focus on history Nov 3, 2009
House Speaker Newt Gingrich (R-GA). Plus, insights and analysis on how the Obama administration is faring with its many political challenges. (MSNBC -- Race)
The GOP is just a pup tent now Nov 3, 2009
Recognizing that the GOP needs to retain its ability to appeal to moderates if it wishes to stay competitive, Newt Gingrich backed Scozzafava. But purists such as Dick Armey insisted that Scozzafava wasn t conservative enough. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Victory Of The New "New Right" Nov 3, 2009
There is little reason to argue with the man whose direct-mail campaigning funded the rise of the Republican right in the late 1970s and who grumbled loudly when Newt Gingrich, Bush, Cheney and Republican leaders tried to soften the party's roughest edges. Viguerie isn't grumbling now. (CBS News -- Opinion)
Seminar focuses on Nashville's health Nov 3, 2009
Gov. Phil Bredesen, former U.S House Speaker Newt Gingrich and other health experts discussed ways to make Nashville a healthier city Monday during a seminar Health and Well-Being: Keys to Transformation. The event, held at the , was sponsored by the , the and the. (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
Gingrich Praises Bredesen on Health Care Stance Nov 3, 2009
Former U.S. House Speaker Newt Gingrich is praising Tennessee Gov. Phil Bredesen for his vocal criticism of health care proposals before congress that he says will be unaffordable for the states. Gingrich, a Republican, said in a speech to the Nashville Health Care Council on Monday that the Democratic governor's experiences in dealing with exploding health care costs in Tennessee should serve as "a real model for the country.". (13WMAZ.com, GA)
King: One year after Obama's victory Nov 2, 2009
This week, watch for book releases from former Vice President Al Gore and Obama campaign guru David Plouffe, new orders from the Supreme Court and an "Odd Trio" education tour featuring Education Secretary Arne Duncan, former House Speaker Newt Gingrich and civil rights activist Al Sharpton. And with challenger Abdullah Abdullah bowing out of the Afghan presidential runoff, look for increased calls for Obama to make his decision on U.S. troop levels in. (CNN)
Republicans eye Obama revenge... Nov 2, 2009
GOP grandee Newt Gingrich, a former speaker of the House of Representatives, lambasted the way colleagues punished Scozzafava for not conforming to the party's right wing. "This idea that we're going suddenly to establish litmus tests, and all across the country we're going to purge the party of anybody who doesn't agree with us 100 percent -- that guarantees Obama's reelection," Gingrich told the Fox News Channel. (The Drudge Report)
Future of GOP, moderate Republicans unclear Nov 2, 2009
Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich had the same concern, and that's why he endorsed Scozzafava early in the race. As other Republicans threw their support behind Hoffman's momentum, Gingrich argued that the party needed to be more inclusive of moderates if it had a hope of retaking the majority. (MSNBC -- Politics)
The Republicans could use more Snowe this fall Nov 2, 2009
The moderate Scozzafava was originally endorsed by the likes of House Minority Leader John Boehner, RNC Chairman Michael Steele and former House Speaker Newt Gingrich. Scozzafava was panned for not being "conservative" enough. (Daily Orange, NY)
Huckabee draws crowd to Ohio Township church Nov 2, 2009
He had 29 percent, followed by former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney at 24 percent; former vice presidential nominee Sarah Palin was at 18 percent; former House Speaker Newt Gingrich took 14 percent; and Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty had 4 percent. Such a finding can't be considered a meaningful guide to the odds on a race three years away; at the same time in the 2008 election cycle, Mr. Huckabee would not even have been an asterisk in the standings. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
GOP voter discontent allows new entrants for '08 Nov 2, 2009
Then there's Newt Gingrich, the former House speaker who recently came clean on the adultery in his past in a presumed attempt to clear the air in advance of a presidential run he may announce in the fall. All four newbies are Republicans, and all four have made headlines in recent days, inserting themselves into an already turbulent race for the GOP nomination. (Yahoo News -- Presidential Election 2000)
Republican Dede Scozzafava quits N.Y. race Nov 2, 2009
"I think we are going to get into a very difficult environment around the country if suddenly conservative leaders decide they are going to anoint people without regard to local primaries and local choices," said Newt Gingrich, the former House speaker, who had endorsed Scozzafava. Scozzafava's withdrawal leaves a clear two-way race between Hoffman and Owens, a Plattsburgh lawyer. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
If we leave Iraq, do we lose for good? Nov 1, 2009
I just read your article that included a slam against Newt Gingrich ... After he engineered the dazzling success of the Republican takeover of Congress in 1994, Newt Gingrich began to drift. (Salon)
Third party challenges in NJ, NY are warning sign Nov 1, 2009
Former U.S. House Speaker Newt Gingrich has endorsed Scozzafava, drawing the enmity of conservative bloggers scoffing at the possibility of a Gingrich presidential run in 2012. Hoffman's rise has infuriated leaders of New York's Republican Party, who insist Scozzafava is a good fit for the district. (USA Today)
Republican in N.Y. 23rd abruptly suspends campaign Nov 1, 2009
Newt Gingrich s endorsement didn t matter enough ... I continue however to be amazed at former House speaker Newt Gingrich who is purported to have said I think we are going to get into a very difficult environment around the country if suddenly conservative leaders decide they re going to anoint people without regard to local primaries and local choices. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
UPDATE: Dede's Out, Hoffman Up In NY-23 Nov 1, 2009
Her exodus from the race paves for other conservatives who stuck with the Republican nominee (Newt Gingrich) or voiced neutrality in the race (perhaps Mitt Romney) to finally come out for Hoffman, a CPA who is pro-life, pro-gun, anti-tax, and against government bailouts. The last straw for Scozzafava may well have been the endorsement of Hoffman Friday by a Republican considered more centrist than conservative: former three-term New York Gov. George Pataki, who not only gave his blessings to... (Human Events Online)
2009 Elections Nov 1, 2009
Scozzafava did get an endorsement from former House Speaker Newt Gingrich, but conservative activists think of the nominee as too liberal, and heavyweights like former Alaska Gov. and former House Majority Leader Dick Armey have been endorsing a third-party choice, Doug Hoffman. Now, add one more big name to the list: Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty. (Salon)
Click to read:Running 3rd in N.Y. House Race, GOP Drops Out Nov 1, 2009
"This has been a big fight among Republicans over the past few weeks, with prominent Republicans such as Sarah Palin and Tim Pawlenty coming out in favor of the third-party candidate Hoffman, and Newt Gingrich supporting the GOP-backed Scozzafava.". Scozzafava had also received an endorsement from the National Rifle Association. (CBS News)
Newsom drops out of California governor's race Nov 1, 2009
Having Newt Gingrich in charge of the House allowed Clinton to push off against Republican excess, tame his own party's demands, and actually balance the budget. The difference with Obama is that unlike Clinton he will have accomplished his main goal -- health care reform -- first, before the drawbridge goes up. (Salon)
Brevard's senator on the fast track Nov 1, 2009
He weaves his own experiences into the lessons, like meeting Newt Gingrich the day before or working to elect Crist as governor. He uses the recent student government elections and the Florida-Arkansas football game to make a point about Democrats and Republicans playing by the same rulebook but using different strategies to score points. (Florida Today)
Scozzafava suspends campaign Nov 1, 2009
Although she won the support of a few key Republicans -- including former House Speaker Newt Gingrich (R-Ga. -- many of her party's popular conservative members opted instead to back Hoffman. (TheHill.com)
All together now Nov 1, 2009
It's not as strong as it was, because America's changed demographically, but it's as virulent as it was," he replied. That's an interesting answer. I understand Clinton's distinction between "strong," as in able to shift votes, and "virulent," as in the ability to spread the way disease does. I think he's right. two weeks ago, and the fact is, he probably only lost the approval of white voters who hadn't voted for him -- his white approval rating has stayed roughly the same as his November share... (Salon)
Barack Obama's Facebook Feed Oct 31, 2009
Newt Gingrich created the group Dede Scozzafava for Congress. Sarah Palin, Tim Pawlenty, Fred Thompson, Rick Santorum, and Steve Forbes created the group Republicans Against Dede Scozzafava. (Slate)
Break Up the Party Oct 31, 2009
Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich has already faced nearly as much criticism for his persistence in backing Scozzafava as Hillary Clinton got from Democratic primary voters for her refusal to repent of her Iraq war vote. 2009 The American Spectator. (The American Conservative)
Obama names 110 White House visitors Oct 31, 2009
Thomas Daschle, former House Speaker Newt Gingrich. Chicago Mayor Richard Daley, former Gov. Howard Dean, Sen. (MSNBC -- Politics)
By Pam Linn (3) Oct 31, 2009
Wednesday, October 28, 2009 Edition. I was like her until last year , when I realized that a woman with kids,a job,her ideals,with love of her country and God,with the energy of ten women, and who happened to be running for Vice President, was more like the person I am. (Malibu Times, CA)
Beck on future of American politics Oct 31, 2009
O'REILLY: You and Newt Gingrich. BECK: We're machines. (Fox News)
New moons are rising Oct 31, 2009
"Most opinion sites today enable thought-leaders to talk down to the masses, but TheConservatives.com empowers users to change the direction of that dialogue, allowing the Joe the Plumbers of the world to speak up to major thinkers, like Newt Gingrich," he said. "Using the Washington Times as a propagandist for the Reagan-Bush crowd, Moon sanitized himself as much as anyone could ever imagine," Parry pointed out. (Asia Times Online)
Gingrich, Dean debate health care Oct 30, 2009
Newt Gingrich, (left) the former Speaker of the U.S. House, talks with reporters Wednesday night before debating former Vermont Gov. Howard Dean at Southeast Missouri State University in Cape Girardeau. Former Vermont Gov. Howard Dean (right) answers questions from the media Wednesday night before his debate with former Speaker of the U.S. House Newt Gingrich at Southeast Missouri State University in Cape Girardeau ... - Paula Barr / Daily Journal Related CAPE GIRARDEAU Former Vermont Gov.... (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
CQ: NY23 hits its tipping point Oct 30, 2009
Those few GOP leaders who have dared speak out publicly in support of GOP nominee Scozzafava like Newt Gingrich have been roundly criticized by conservatives. (For Gingrich, in fact, the criticism has been especially brutal. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Scozzafava earns district newspaper endorsement Oct 30, 2009
Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich (R-Ga. who backed Scozzafava, mirrored the concerns of the Times in his endorsement of the state Assemblywoman last week. (TheHill.com)
New York 23 Smack Down? Oct 30, 2009
The drama and historical nature of a Hoffman triumph notwithstanding, the other lessons from this memorable contest may be twofold: first, the tactical error local Republican bosses made in nominating someone so far to the left of the Party; and second, for the Republican establishment the National Republican Congressional Committee, Newt Gingrich and most House Republican leaders -- to back their play. If Hoffman wins the message will be loud enough that the Republican establishment won t be... (Human Events Online)
Are the Tea Partiers good or bad for the GOP? Oct 30, 2009
" Democrats won, 48 to 45. That's a three-point lead. That lead was 19 points last year. Schaller: Karl, you have anything to add? Agne: Strategically, you have to look at this. As someone who's done these campaigns all over the country, Democrats are going to have a lot of difficult seats to win. They won a lot of seats that lean naturally more to the Republican Party. The problem for the Republicans here is that those voters threw out, in most cases, an incumbent or a party that had come to... (Salon)
N.Y. Congressional Race Bares GOP Infighting Oct 29, 2009
Leading the defense of Scozzafava is Newt Gingrich, a former House speaker and one of the Republicans' major figures ... "I would go with Newt Gingrich. I think he is positioning himself to be a possibly future candidate for president.". (Newsmax)
Yikes! Newt Gingrich making sense!?!? Oct 29, 2009
Newt Gingrich making sense ... Newt Gingrich making sense ... These are frightening words to type, but Newt Gingrich and. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Twitter User List Favors Dems in Calif. Gov Race Oct 29, 2009
John McCain and former House Speaker Newt Gingrich. The company is updating its features, which could lead to a change in the list, she said. (Newsmax)
Snubbed Texas Strip Club Owner Opens Dog Pound In Newts Honor Oct 29, 2009
DALLAS (October 28, 2009)The owner of a Dallas strip club who was snubbed by a conservative group led by former U.S. House Speaker Newt Gingrich has decided to create a shelter for pit bulls in Gingrichs honor. Dawn Rizos was set to receive an "Entrepreneur of the Year" award on Oct. 7 from the group American Solutions for Winning the Future, which Gingrich heads, but group reneged, saying it had mistaken her business for another. (KWTX.com, TX)
Book Buzz: What's new on the list and in publishing Oct 29, 2009
By Craig Wilson, Deirdre Donahue and Bob Minzesheimer, USA TODAY Newt Gingrich explores the founding of America; a new novel revisits the storied Tudors; and Publishers Weekly names its top 10 books of 2009. Newt's revolt: Former House speaker has long been a history buff. (USA Today -- Life)
A Fresh Change and a New Beginning? The November 2009 Elections Oct 29, 2009
"The potential for Owens to win while Hoffman and Scozzafava split conservative votes worries former House Speaker Newt Gingrich, who says a vote against Scozzafava and other liberal-leaning Republicans will ensure a Democratic majority for a long time.". - He and other Republicans can then blame themselves, just like they can when they accepted John McCain as the Rep. (Townhall.com)
