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Black Man on Fire: Allen West Wants His Job - Politic365
A Republican strategist close to national and state leaders speaking on condition of anonymity says “West is being hosed.” “He's becoming a liability. He makes the state look bad and, frankly, he's attracting a bit too much negative attention to ...
Rich Blacks and High Foreclosure Rates: Can Rushern Baker Save the Day? - Politic365
But, the former state legislator was not one to “wait his turn,” according to one anonymous county political insider speaking on background. Despite finally getting endorsements from some of the Democratic Party machine elite in Prince George's, ...
GOP Bosses Quietly Break Down the Primary Pack - Politic365
Many longtime party insiders, speaking on background, point to the start of a trend where Republican gurus will pluck candidate staffers away from key positions in their campaigns, enticing them with cushy job offers to work for the party or affiliate ...
King Memorial Postponement Beset by Elements and Controversy - Politic365
“I'm not sure if it's just bad luck or Dr. King himself doesn't like his memorial,” dryly joked one visitor to the memorial who asked not to be identified. Johnson had been managing quite a bit of controversy as the final product was unveiled. ...
Budget Cage Match Unfolding On and Off Capitol Hill - Politic365
An anonymous source familiar with the local strategy claims mayors are ready to unleash on Republicans, particularly over Community Development Block Grants. But there is noticeable reticence on criticizing President Obama's budget with the calculation ...
Rep. Danny Davis supported by Black Leaders for Chicago Mayor - Politic365
“The final sense was that it would be easier for him to build a coalition that would be needed to win,” said the member, who asked not to be named. ...
How Will GOP Treat Black Republicans in Congress? - Politic365
complains one well-placed Republican operative speaking on condition of anonymity. “The reality doesn't speak to that. Watts found out the hard way. ...
Emanuel Shows Fundraising Edge, but Tough Battle Ahead in Chicago - Politic365
As expected, sources close to Democratic Chicago Mayoral candidate Rahm Emanuel claim that the former White House chief of staff has raked in more than $3.6 ...
Rhee Exits, But Fenty Write-in Campaign Churns - Politic365
... of the distinction between primary and general elections,” says one longtime observer with ties to both candidates who did not want to be identified. ...
Chaka Fattah's Big Play - Politic365
“Being ranking Member makes him the point person,” says a former senior Democratic Congressional aide who requested anonymity. “In the event Republicans ...