Author Archives: Don Riegle

Analysis of Political Trends & Ramifications Relating to the U.S. Mid-term Elections

With the U.S. mid-term elections taking place tomorrow the expected results will dramatically alter the American political and governmental landscape. At the national level … and also in critical statehouse races across the country … an extraordinary level of political upheaval and change is taking place. When all the votes are finally counted … and any recounts settled (which may take weeks or months) … we can expect to see the nation facing a new and complicated path forward.
Posted on November 1, 2010 By Don Riegle
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What Will Appeal to Moderates and Independents in 2010? A Democrat’s Perspective

Today, the American economy continues to struggle … with actual unemployment approaching 20 percent (if all categories of the “unemployed” are counted) …. and a substantial majority of the American people are expressing increasing pessimism about the country’s economic future.
Posted on October 25, 2010 By Don Riegle
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What Will Appeal to Moderates and Independents in 2010? A Republican’s Perspective

This coming election promises to be one of the most momentous midterms in our nation's history. The recession and the resulting “jobless recovery” have penetrated the body politic and will be on the minds of the majority of voters on November 2. For moderates and independents, everything else – social issues, the war in Afghanistan, the remaining troops in Iraq – will take a backseat to the economy.
Posted on October 25, 2010 By Don Riegle
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Senator Ted Kennedy

A Statement by Senator Don RiegleWe have lost a great national leader with the death of Ted Kennedy.Serving with him in the Senate for 18 years as his colleague and friend - I saw his vision - his passion - his great energy - and his relentless fight for economic and social justice.He was a [...]
Posted on August 26, 2009 By Don Riegle
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Michigan’s Presidential Primary Results – Looking Forward

Posted by Former Senator Don RiegleYesterday’s presidential primary results in my state of Michigan offer important sign-posts looking ahead.Among republicans – Romney captured a significant gold medal – winning his first major contested primary. Beating McCain by 9 points was a convincing win.Winning the bronze with 16% -- Huckabee will now be stronger in South [...]
Posted on January 16, 2008 By Don Riegle
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