The formula here is simple. You have the luxury of a competitive Democratic primary where the two principals are attacking each other.

Governors have become much more aggressive in terms of overseas affairs. Fifteen years ago, if a governor spent time going to Europe, then people would think he was running for president and brushing up on his foreign policy. But now, there is a legitimate interest because the trips are tied to economic health.

His base is still united and firmly behind him. And if you talk to smart Democrats, most will tell you they would love nothing more than to see another candidate in the primary who would excite the party.

If there was a change of heart in Washington and the focus became less on trade and more on human rights and the military, then states will find themselves in an awkward position.

Smart conservatives know this: Love him or not, he's the only game in town for Republicans.

It's throwing darts at the president, and the president has a pretty thick hide on these matters. Look at who's working for Arnold these days; they have a pretty good barometer on how far you can push the president.

It's a shame having a building there and not being able to develop it to its full potential.

The more she talks, the more problems she seems to create for herself either aligning herself with dictators, or more out-of-bounds comments. ... Her presence just grates the more she's out there.

The 'O' in GOP sometimes stands for overreact, and given the chance to throw a temper tantrum, they will.

The governor is engaging in very clever politics. By introducing a massive infrastructure bond, freezing (higher education) tuition hikes, he is taking food off the Democrats' table in November. And in true 'Godfather' style, he's making them offers they can't refuse.