Tag Archives: National Review

After $20 Million Down The New Republic Rathole, Chris Hughes Throws In the Towel

Posted on January 11, 2016 by Lawrence Person

No one could have possibly seen this coming, except, you know, every single observer who saw it coming: The New Republic, the century-old magazine that was rocked a year ago by the mass exodus of its staff following an effort … Continue reading →

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Florence King, RIP

Posted on January 7, 2016 by Lawrence Person

Via Tam comes word that National Review writer Florence King has died at age 80. King was sharp and funny, and well worth reading even at her most iconoclastic (she often claimed to be a monarchist). And she could take … Continue reading →

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Detroit Kills

Posted on February 3, 2014 by Lawrence Person

If you’re following the story of the decline and fall of Detroit, then this Kevin D. Williamson article over on NRO is a must. Some nuggets: Detroit has the highest child-mortality rate of any American city, exceeding that of many … Continue reading →

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Nitpicking National Review On Dewhurst

Posted on July 15, 2013 by Lawrence Person

When you’re a domain expert in something, sometimes you agree with the central point of an article, but enough details ring false that you wonder how closely the reporter has been following the story. For example, this Betsy Woodruff piece … Continue reading →

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National Review Slams Dewhurst for “Vulgar, Dishonest” Campaign

Posted on July 30, 2012 by Lawrence Person

Today the editors of National Review unloaded on David Dewhurst with both barrels: Mr. Dewhurst’s vulgar and dishonest campaign of scorched-earth ad hominem against Mr. Cruz raises serious questions about his judgment and his commitment to conservative values. He has … Continue reading →

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Roundup Of Wisconsin Recall Reactions

Posted on June 6, 2012 by Lawrence Person

Here’s a nice juicy roundup of reactions to Scott Walker’s Wisconsin recall victory, and what it means: “The resounding failure by unions and Democrats to recall Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker on Tuesday is a significant moment for democratic self-government. It … Continue reading →

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National Review Endorses Ted Cruz

Posted on May 1, 2012 by Lawrence Person

Yesterday, I endorsed Ted Cruz. Today National Review did the same. Coincidence? Almost certainly! After all, it was hardly a surprise given the cover issue treatment they already gave him. But it’s good to be ahead of the curve, if … Continue reading →

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Ted Cruz on Sean Hannity Tonight Discussing Fast and Furious, And a Bit on Polling

Posted on November 11, 2011 by Lawrence Person

Ted Cruz will be on Sean Hannity’s show at 8:30 PM tonight, discussing Fast and Furious, Occupy Wall Street, and no doubt many other topics. Since there does not appear to be a radio station that carries Hannity in Austin, … Continue reading →

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Texas Senate Race Update for Thursday, September 29, 2011

Posted on September 29, 2011 by Lawrence Person

Ted Cruz is the subject of a very favorable Brian Bolduc cover story in the October 17 issue of National Review. (I’ll link to it when it’s actually online.) It doesn’t get much better than that for a conservative candidate. … Continue reading →

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LiveBlogging the 2010 Election

Posted on November 2, 2010 by Lawrence Person

Live-blogging the election, most recent comments on top. 12:12 AM: Prediction for tomorr- er, today: Democrats complaining non-stop about how voters are still too stupid to appreciate how awesome they are. 12:07 PM: A few got away, but this was … Continue reading →

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