Bain Capital
The Pain of Bain
What did Mitt Romney know about Bain Capital operations and when, precisely, did he stop knowing it? I don’t have the answer and, to be honest, I’m not sure how much I should care. READ MORE >>
Wait, Wasn’t Bain Supposed To Be Off-Limits?
The attacks on Bain Capital are working—that’s the conventional wisdom, at least, and there isn’t much cause to doubt it. But that brings up the real question, which no one is able to answer: How much? READ MORE >>
Why’s Romney So Good at Fundraising? Mormonism
Like a lot of liberals, I’m skeptical of the idea that successful businessmen are likely to become successful presidents by virtue of their business experience alone. READ MORE >>
How Lucky is Obama in His Opponent?
Mayor Friendly
Let Us Bow Down Before The Big Dog
Well, so much for Barack Obama's reelection campaign talking at all about Mitt Romney's career at Bain Capital. The private equity firm has proven a great vulnerability for Romney in the past and it exemplifies the economic vision Romney is running on, but Obama better lay off it for the rest of the campaign. Why, you ask? Well, because Bill Clinton said so, of course. READ MORE >>
