January 2010
Howard Dean: Obama faced “populist revolt”
Howard Dean has revealed key polling data which shows that the defeat in Massachusetts was due to dissatisfaction with Obama caused by his moderate healthcare bill.
More misreporting on public sector pay
Right wing papers have reported a "record" gap between public and private sector earnings. But this includes nationalised banks - the gap shrinks without them.
Indy editor-in-chief determined to appoint Liddle
The row over racist and sexist comments allegedly made by Rod Liddle continue. This blog has learnt that Independent editor-in-chief Simon Kelner still wants Liddle.
Regressive impact of IDS’ marriage (+ kids) tax
Iain Duncan Smith today attacks Labour's record on the family. But his new marriage tax proposal, being considered by David Cameron, would widen inequalities.
Politics Summary: Thursday, January 21st
Tory cuts, Haiti earthquake survivors, the Government's anti-terrorism strategy, climate change and public and private sector pay.
Long-needed reform of libel laws takes huge step forward
Following Jack Straw's announcement that libel lawyers' "success" fees would be cut by 90 per cent, campaigners for libel reform say it's a big step forward.