Crimes and Misdemeanors Jul 24, 2008
For the most part, that's a political question, not a legal one. In general, we doubt that we'll see a host of criminal prosecutions anytime soon, but we are also waiting on several key inspector general's reports and still-classified documents. (Slate)
Chief Says Exxon Will Keep Doing What It's Doing Jul 19, 2008
That s a political question where governments have made choices. This is something where the United States has to look at the mirror first. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Sudan and the ICC Jul 15, 2008
Determining the fate of defeated leaders is primarily a political question, not a judicial one. Truth commissions in Chile and South Africa took victim-centred approaches, helped to establish a historical record and contributed to memorializing defining epochs in a nation's history. (Globe and Mail)
Bush lifts executive ban on offshore oil drilling Jul 15, 2008
"The question is not a scientific one. It is a legal and political question," said Scott Segal, director of the Electric Reliability Coordinating Council, a coalition of power companies. Related topic galleries. (Newsday)
Will Romney's Combative Style Net VP Nod? Jul 15, 2008
Romney's Mormon faith remains a political question mark as the vice presidential guessing game rages on. Though he has always espoused his conviction that voters have gotten beyond what he calls "the politics of identity," Romney seemed to acknowledge for the first time in his interview with CBSNews. (CBS News -- US)
Health: EPA experts detail global warming's health risks Jul 15, 2008
It is a legal and political question, of how much impact justifies the extraordinary use of the Clean Air Act, said Scott Segal, director of the Electric Reliability Coordinating Council, a coalition of power companies. While no one doubts that more people die in a heat wave, the question is whether that death is related to manmade greenhouse gas emissions, he said. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
* Tour of Zimbabwe still on: New Zealand Cricket chief Jul 7, 2008
Its a political question and requires a political solution X its not a decision NZC should have to make, he told New Zealands Sunday Star-Times newspaper. We are a group of cricket administrators. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Indecision on Chinese investment raises the stakes Jun 28, 2008
June 28, 2008 01:57am AEST. SUDDENLY, Chinese investment in Australia has become the dangerous red-light intersection of business and politics. (The Australian)
Obama up big; Democrats up even more Jun 22, 2008
The real political question is whether or not the Democratic majority holds 60 Senate seats , enough to invoke cloture on debate, which I think is a bridge too far. Nevertheless, I think that the Obama campaigns recent repudiation of public financing is a an attempt to build a governing majority through the leveraging of its huge financial advantage. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Judge: Developer can sue village Jun 19, 2008
The village filed a motion to dismiss the lawsuit, claiming that the village trustees' legislative action on a political question is not a proper subject for judicial review. The village's motion also calls language in the Rice-North Pekin redevelopment agreement a non-binding suggestion as opposed to an enforceable obligation. (Pekin Times, IL)
Sacrificing growth will lead to hot debate Jun 19, 2008
Upfront payment of costs to prevent climate change is a big political question in developing countries with high levels of inequality, particularly when the economic benefits are likely to filter through only in decades to come. Developing countries are not likely to voluntarily apply the brakes to economic growth. (Business Report, South Africa)
Plaintiffs Suing KBR Hope to Lift Order Keeping Cases Secret Jun 12, 2008
Miller dismissed all three suits in September 2006, holding that the plaintiffs' claims raised nonjusticiable political questions ... However, the 5th Circuit cautioned that further development of the facts when the cases return to the district court could again send the suits "toward the political question barrier.". (Law.com)
Amid economic slowdown, signs of new world order Jun 4, 2008
It's a thorny political question how to deal with policies that may not help every worker or that help some nations more than others. "Before, say, 1985, the United States got the majority of the gains from trade" with other nations, says Cosgrove. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
Global warming inertia 'as bad' as Josef Fritzl, says Bishop of ... Jun 3, 2008
To hold the 'wrong' view on a political question, or to fail to hold the 'right' view with enough passion is to be a true outcast in PC Britain. The sad thing is that, on the issue of global warming, the fashionable elite is, for once, not far wrong. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Passport battleSwiss may bring back secret ballots to decide on citizenship May 31, 2008
"Citizenship is a political question. The Swiss population, Swiss society should decide - not lawyers and judges.". The SVP, now the largest party in Switzerland's parliament, has forced the issue to a nationwide referendum. (BBC News -- Europe)
Brookline Village parking change passes, but to little effect May 31, 2008
That s a political question, said Stanley Spiegel, a Precinct 2 Town Meeting member and member of the Advisory Committee. It s for us to decide, not for us to punt to the ZBA.. (Brookline TAB, MA)
Commentary: U.S. Antitrust Laws Should Govern OPEC May 29, 2008
The "political question" doctrine of our federal jurisdictional law is similar: The court will refrain from examining acts of a governmental character done by a foreign state "within its own territory and applicable there." (Restatement, Foreign Relations Law of the United States 443 (1987)). It is doubtful that OPEC, or a member of OPEC, when engaged in price-fixing, is engaged in conduct "within its own territory" in the sense of the doctrine. (Law.com)
State of Corruption May 28, 2008
The big political question is whether Olmert can survive as prime minister, but the fact that so many public figures are in trouble raises issues that go beyond Olmert's political future: How widespread is public corruption in Israel. How does Israel compare with other countries. (Jerusalem Post, Israel)
EU trade chief claims backing to negotiate world trade deal May 27, 2008
"This is now becoming the big political question of this round.". Mandelson added that the negotiations would be heading for failure if najor developing countries did not do more to open their markets. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Carter: Chief of staff's advice valid today May 23, 2008
"Possibly the most complex political question on earth is how can somebody go from unknown to president of the United States," Carter said from the Ivan Allen III Pavilion at the Carter Center in Atlanta. "Whether you have $200 million or you have nothing, the approach Hamilton described for my campaign is still a valuable lesson for anyone interested in a successful campaign.". (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Jordan remembered as compassionate, brilliant May 22, 2008
"Possibly the most complex political question on earth is how can somebody go from unknown to president of the United States," said Carter from the Ivan Allen III Pavilion at the Carter Center. "Whether you have $200 million or you have nothing, the approach Hamilton described for my campaign is still a valuable lesson for anyone interested in a successful campaign in this country.". (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
American Politics: The Early Years, Part II May 22, 2008
As a result the second great political question of the times presented itself, to wit: Must we have some kind of stronger central government. And, if so, what form should it take. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Bush comments on everything from wedding to Iraq May 14, 2008
If I can ask you one quick political question. You have a clear eye. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Nottingham traffic plan in works May 8, 2008
I have a political question: With all the turmoil in transportation in the state right now, how can we expect to get the $9 million for this project from DOT. Adams asked. (Albany Herald)
Pakistan Parties Will Challenge Musharraf in Vote to Restore Ousted Judges Apr 22, 2008
Since Pakistan's Feb. 18 elections swept Musharraf's allies from power, the political question has been how long the former general will hang on as president. Musharraf, who seized control in a 1999 coup, surrendered his main source of power, the post of army chief, in November. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
South African port workers are refusing Apr 19, 2008
The issue was "a political question," Howard said, and if shippers tried to use scab labour to handle them, there could be violence. In Durban, the Southern Africa Litigation Centre said it was applying to the High Court on behalf of two church activists, one of them Durban's Anglican bishop, Rubin Phillip, for an order prohibiting delivery of the weapons. (allAfrica.com)
Further delays to full Agent Orange study Apr 17, 2008
There is an element of social justice, but ultimately, whether the study is pursued is a political question ... There is an element of social justice, he says, but ultimately, whether the study is pursued is also a political question. (Nature News Service)
Clinton Wins, But Barely Apr 17, 2008
Every time the candidate was presented with a tough political question, he turned the question into proof of what he's running against: game-playing and politics as usual. He got two rounds of applause, and because I'd scooted my chair up right next to the television, I could hear viewers across the land saying "amen," too. (Slate)
The Census Saga Resolved in Sudan Apr 16, 2008
Isaiah Chol, chairman of the Southern Sudan Commission for Census, Statistics and Evaluation, told IPS: "The identity of Sudan is a hugely political question. People still think of Sudan as a predominantly Muslim country, and those in the south want to straighten this out. This is a very sensitive matter to both the north and the south.". "An equal representation of power and wealth is crucial for keeping the peace Once you know the numbers, then wealth sharing can be done.". (allAfrica.com)
Dems: McCain Financing Questionable; Plan Lawsuit... Apr 14, 2008
It is a political question. It is being done for the negative publicity it will give McCain. (The Drudge Report)
Does Early French Immersion Work? Apr 10, 2008
Does Early French Immersion Work. Today: Thursday, April 10, 2008. (TheTyee.ca)
What are you doing? Apr 8, 2008
Basic political question. Are you better off now than you were 7. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Out of the Penn Apr 8, 2008
The National Review's Jim Gerarghty the veracity of the rumor, pointing out on the Campaign Spot that "when the President's approval rating is about 30 percent, and the incessant mantra of the election is 'change', McCain probably won't want someone who's been associated with the foreign policy decisions in Washington for most of a decade." Self-identified "capitalist" Jason Pye , saying, "It could potentially be a drag to the ticket in an already Democratic year." Meanwhile, libertarian Doug... (Slate)
HENSHAW / Way to go, Chelsea! Apr 4, 2008
I don t know about you, but to me it was the most refreshing answer to a political question since George McGovern told an inquisitor where he could go and the anatomically improbable act he could perform on himself when he got there. Chelsea s forthright answer was such that the student reporter was invited to bask in the glow of his newfound notoriety on CBS s Early Show. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)
Aggressive tax planning hurts Apr 4, 2008
"It becomes a real political question whether you try to attack this or not.". Small Business Minister Craig Emerson told MySmallBusiness in a recent interview that he did not think aggressive tax planning by multinationals was a big issue. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Baptist eco-activists are blowing hot air Mar 27, 2008
While the activists at the self-styled Southern Baptist Environment and Climate Initiative have every right to their opinions, I believe they are overreaching in trying to transform a political question into one of morality ... But instead of straining to turn a political question into a moral one, we might do well, as Southern Baptists, to stay focused on the instructions Jesus gave all Christians as He departed this world, the part about making disciples of all nations. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Is it Macedonia by any other name? Mar 27, 2008
Who has the right to lay claim to the legacy of Alexander the Great, and the name of his 4th-century BC empire of Macedonia, is a very contemporary political question that threatens hopes for a more stable future in the Balkans not to mention NATO expansion plans in the region. Mr. Blazho's nation calls itself the Republic of Macedonia, and many countries, including the US, recognize it by that name. (Christian Science Monitor -- World)
Gov. Bill Richardson endorses Sen. Barack Obama Mar 23, 2008
Political question: It appears that 463 of the superdelegates have made a committment to Clinton or Obama. Does that mean that the remaining (there are around 800, right. (NPR)
Memo to the Superdelegates: No Principles, Please Mar 17, 2008
Any of these questions is an appropriate political question, and depending on the answer (or perhaps combination of answers) the nod might go either to Clinton or Obama. It would also be appropriate, but not morally obligatory, to ask, What would be the effects if we superdelegates were to tip the balance in favor of the candidate who got fewer votes and/or won fewer delegates. (New York Times)
Witnesses describe clashes Mar 15, 2008
It could be a political question, indecision in Beijing over how to handle this, because if they do move in there could be bloodshed and that could have implications for the holding of the Olympics. WITNESS WHO WANTS TO REMAIN ANONYMOUS. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
Let's base immigrant policy on the facts Feb 26, 2008
There's no question that illegal immigration is a serious political question. But crossing the border illegally isn't a serious felony that places life or property in danger. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Conscience or constituents?Democratic superdelegates wrestle with votes that may decide party's nominee Feb 20, 2008
"It raises the age old political question. Are we elected to monitor where our constituents are ... or are we to use our best judgment to do what's in the best interests of our constituents," said Rep. Emanuel Cleaver of Missouri, a Clinton supporter in an Obama district. (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
Superdelegates may face tough choice Feb 19, 2008
It raises the age old political question. Are we elected to monitor where our constituents are. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Superdelegates struggle over whether to lead or follow their constituents in presidential race Feb 19, 2008
"It raises the age old political question. Are we elected to monitor where our constituents are ... or are we to use our best judgment to do what's in the best interests of our constituents," said Rep. Emanuel Cleaver of Missouri, a Clinton supporter even though Obama won his district. (Concord Monitor)
Black lawmakers rethink Clinton support Feb 16, 2008
He said any suggestion that elected leaders should follow their voters "raises the age old political question. Are we elected to monitor where our constituents are ... or are we to use our best judgment to do what's in the best interests of our constituents.". In an interview, Cleaver offered a glimpse of private conversations. (MSNBC -- Politics)
DoD News Briefing with Maj. Gen. Sherlock from the Pentagon Briefing Room, Arlington, Va. Feb 8, 2008
GEN. SHERLOCK:That's really a Pakistani political question, and I'd really refer that to the government of Pakistan. Yes. (DOD DefenseLINK -- News)
Classroom cultureReaders contrast schooling in the UK with Egypt and Syria Feb 7, 2008
My daughter was thumped in the back for answering a political question incorrectly ... The teacher thought it was a normal response to my daughter not answering some political question demonstrating patriotism correctly. (BBC News -- Africa)
Political conversation about splits in the Baptist church Feb 6, 2008
You asked a political question ... For Baptist conservatives, Clinton insisted, the theological foundation for their public activism was the "proposition that the Bible was literally true and that, once you understood its literal meaning, it was possible to know what God intended us to do about every conceivable political question alive in this day. And, that knowing God's will, if we did not do it, we had committed not just a political error, but a religious heresy.". (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Thurston's message: do as I say, not what I do Feb 2, 2008
But Thurston didn't shy away from a political question. When asked about Prime Minister Kevin Rudd's proposed apology to the stolen generation, Thurston said: "We are all looking forward to that.". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Clinton, Obama Stress Similarities, Turn Up Heat on McCain, Bush in Debate Feb 1, 2008
The two candidates disagreed over immigration, with each using the issue to paint the other as waffling in the face of a tough political question. When asked whether illegal immigrants should be allowed to get drivers' licenses, Clinton said no.. (Bloomberg -- US)
Thompson Ends Campaign for GOP Nomination Jan 23, 2008
He was quick to praise Mr. Thompson a very fine man and just as quick to answer the pressing political question of the day. I do not expect him to endorse anyone, Mr. McCain said. (New York Times)
A legacy of division Jan 23, 2008
"Much of the controversy about abortion is really stimulated by the interest groups on both sides of the political question, rather than by ordinary Americans," said David Garrow, a law professor at Cambridge University, and a longtime Supreme Court scholar. "The American people and many political leaders have already made up their minds about legal abortion.". (CNN -- US)
Six million mistakes Jan 22, 2008
That is a straightforward political question about whether society is prepared to pay for the public services it clearly wants. It is as much about income - the tax take - as it is about expenditure. (Guardian Unlimited -- Society)
Tax rebates would help Arizona, experts say Jan 19, 2008
"But the problem has always been getting these sorts of proposals through Congress. . . . The whole question is a political question: How quickly can it be done?". But another question is how long would the boost would last. (AZCentral -- News)
THEY'RE BACK! Congress Returns Amid Murky Politics... Jan 15, 2008
That raises perhaps the toughest political question facing GOP lawmakers from competitive districts: how firmly to support Bush on the Iraq war, tax policies, spending priorities and other issues. The great majority of House Republicans sided with the president last year to provide veto-proof margins against Democratic efforts to wind down the war and to greatly expand a children's health insurance program. (The Drudge Report)
Lunn knew of reactor issues in September: report Jan 10, 2008
FlanaganLunn is another in a long line of political hacks who never asks the question: "what is good for my country", but rather the age-old partisan Canadian political question; "what is good for my party". Keen, a career bureaucrat was smeared by Harper. (CTV.ca)
11 comments Jan 10, 2008
It was not that long ago that the big political question was how Rudolph Giuliani would do against Hillary Clinton in the November election. The Iowa caucus votes have made that question sound like ancient history, if not science fiction. (Human Events Online)
Slots bill touted as cash cow 41st would get $180M, no machines at Pimlico Jan 10, 2008
Whether slots are a good thing is a political question, and the league doesn't take stands on political issues, DiPietro said. The city would receive $26 million a year as landlord of a slots parlor, and those funds would go to school construction and property tax relief, Oaks said. (Baltimore Messenger, MD)
What Does It Mean? Jan 8, 2008
It was not that long ago that the big political question was how Rudolph Giuliani would do against Hillary Clinton in the November election ... It was not that long ago that the big political question was how Rudolph Giuliani would do against Hillary Clinton in the November election. (Townhall.com)
US poll race moves to New Hampshire Jan 5, 2008
"The political question in the US is what does that momentum mean going forward? I am sure it does not mean that much," he told Al Jazeera. "The message for international audiences is that, this time round, the US primaries have changed in that you have virtually everything at stake on February 5."In the past, you had a much more staggered process so that Iowa and New Hampshire meant a lot more. (Aljazeera.Net)
Bloomberg Denies Presidential Run...to Ryan Seacrest Jan 2, 2008
ABC News' Kate McCarthy and Ed O'Keefe Report: In a late entry, the award for best political question in the most unusual circumstance goes to. Ryan Seacrest. (The Drudge Report)
Man-Made Global Warming: 10 Questions Dec 27, 2007
The subject of man-made global warming is almost impossible to discuss without a descent into virulent name-calling (especially on the Internet, where anonymity breeds a special kind of vicious reaction to almost any social or political question), but I ll try anyway. I consider myself to be relatively well-read on the matter, and I ve still come down on the skeptical side, because there are aspects of the issue that don t make a lot of sense to me. (Human Events Online)
Bound For Academic Glory? Dec 24, 2007
That is a political question, and more than a local one. The decline in state support for higher education noted by Yudoff is in part a legacy of the 60 s. I remember as a fledgling member of the Berkeley faculty in 1962 being given special treatment by merchants. (New York Times)
How the PM undid a year's work in seven days Dec 23, 2007
The big political question of the coming year, to which I will turn next week, is whether 2008 will be any different. Advertiser links. (Guardian Unlimited)
Russert to Romney: Are You A Flip-Flopper? Dec 17, 2007
A new political question: How do you keep momentum alive during the holidays without alienating or annoying voters. December 160 comments. (New York Times)
