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4-Year-Old Mayor Is the Cutest Politician You Will Ever See

Drew Weisholtz — Tue, 14 May 2013 14:15:35 +0000

Experience isn’t always the most important qualification for a politician. Sometimes dimples work just fine. The mayor of teeny, tiny Dorset, Minnesota (population 22) is a four-year-old boy named Robert “Bobbie” Tufts. We don’t know if his senior advisor is Rubber Duckie or if he pledged naptime for all citizens, but Bobbie won the coveted [...]

Attention Winners and Losers — and Their Supporters! [OPINION]

Craig Matthews — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 23:56:56 +0000

As of this writing, no one knows who won and who lost. But I can tell you we all lose when folks don’t take responsibility. I referring to all the political signs for ALL the contests. You see them on front lawns, street corners, along the highways etc. Candidates and their supporters are so quick [...]

Here's What the Stars are Saying About the 2012 Presidential Election

Candace Pregitzer — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 12:00:32 +0000

See what some country stars are saying on Twitter! Tomorrow is election day – don’t forget to vote!!! — Faith Hill (@FaithHill) November 5, 2012 Don’t listen to any celebrity when they tell you who to vote for. They don’t know anymore than you do. Vote your heart & conscience. #vote — James Otto [...]

Rascal Flatts' Joe Don Rooney Talks Leadership of the Country and in His Home

Jessica Nicholson — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 10:00:56 +0000

Though Rascal Flatts member Joe Don Rooney has seen tremendous success as part of Rascal Flatts, proven by fact that the trio recently earned a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, his priority remains his family. During a recent interview with mlive.com, he touched on two timely subjects: politics and raising children. He discussed leadership of our country and in his home.

Could Dog Waste Bags Predict The Next President?

Brett Alan — Sat, 20 Oct 2012 02:31:54 +0000

There is a new company that might be able to predict the winner of the next presidential race. It’s called Therapoo and they specialize in dog poo bags. You know, the little bags that you collect your dog’s waste in? Only these aren’t just plain old bags. These bags have the likenesses of political figures [...]

How to Register to Vote in Buffalo

Buffalo Staff — Thu, 27 Sep 2012 15:04:52 +0000

Election day is fast approaching, which means if you are not yet registered to vote, time is ticking away for your chance to exercise the privilege we have. In order to obtain a voter registration form, you must contact the Erie County Clerk’s Office at 716-858-8785 or by e-mail at ErieCountyClerkOffice@erie.gov, or go directly to [...]

I Wish This Guy Was Running For President?!?! [VIDEO]

Josh — Wed, 05 Sep 2012 09:55:05 +0000

This year, more than any other, I'm paying more attention to the presidential race. Maybe it's because I'm finally thinking like an adult. Not that I wasn't for the last two elections, but things have changed for me. I'm more concerned with the direction America is going and how either candidate will make my life easier. I'm growing up, I guess you can say. I'm more political minded. LOL This year, I have to say, I'm torn...with a slight lean toward the

Erie County Legislator Kevin Hardwick On The Daily Show Tonight

Brett Alan — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 20:37:36 +0000

If you read the politics section of The Buffalo News, you may have already seen the comment that Erie County Legislator Kevin Hardwick made that is bringing him to the national spotlight tonight on Comedy Central’s The Daily Show. Last Sunday Erie County Legislator Kevin Hardwick was quoted by the Buffalo News as saying that [...]

JoAnn Is Talking Politics At Her Local Meat Market [VIDEO]

John La Mond — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 16:00:43 +0000

I was always told that there are two subjects you should stay away from in polite conversation: religion and politics. Today, JoAnn gives us her thoughts on politics, her favorite First Lady, gays in the military and if we need a third political party. Our common sense mom from Brooklyn tells it like it is [...]

Anthony Weiner to Step Down From Office: Report

Andy Scott — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 14:14:43 +0000

Rep. Anthony Weiner has reportedly told friends that he will resign from office, a source close to the situation revealed to the NY Times.

The decision was reportedly made after “long discussions” with his wife, Huma Abedin, who returned to the States Tuesday after a trip to Africa with her boss, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.

John Edwards Chipper In Newly Released Mugshot

Stephanie Berning — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 12:30:34 +0000

For a man who had just been arrested, former US Sen. John Edwards sure looks chipper in his mugshot, which was released on Wednesday.

The one-time vice presidential hopeful was arrested in June on conspiracy and campaign law violation charges, to which he pleaded not guilty.