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This week, as I began my usual process of casting about for Congresspeople who can pass as attractive when seen from afar, I was saved from the trouble by one …
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This week represents Foxy Congressperson of the Week’s first foray into the Senate, with Senator John Thune of South Dakota. Close readers of the Foxy Congressperson series will observe that …
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This week’s Foxy Congressperson is brought to you by a helpful commenter, who asked me when Adam Kinzinger was going to be receiving this honor. I was grateful for the …
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This week’s foxiest legislator, Representative Aaron Schock of Illinois’ 18th Congressional District, first came to my attention when Quad creator Lauren Hockenson posted a shirtless photo of him on my …
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In the digital age, the Espionage Act casts a dangerously wide net to catch those engaged in “espionage”: the qualifications include being literate, boasting steady Internet access and maintaining a pulse.
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Guitarist and violinist Amy Klein describes herself as a “pretty shy person,” but you would never guess from watching her rock out on stage with New Jersey-based punk rock band …
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This week, I have chosen to bestow the honor of Foxy Congressperson of the Week upon Michele Bachmann, of Minnesota’s sixth district. And no, when I say Michele Bachmann I …
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Dear friends, readers, and suspicious congressional staffers, I have recently arrived in the great city of Washington, DC, where I will be spending the summer slaving away as an intern …
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There has recently been a spate of businessmen-turned-politicians on the national scene. Michigan Governor Rick Snyder, Florida Governor Rick Scott, and Presidential hopefuls Mitt Romney and Donald Trump all tout …
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In a week where birth certificates and marriage licenses outshouted armed conflicts abroad and natural disasters at home for front page coverage, perhaps the only healthy response short of going …
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On May 1st 2003, former President George W. Bush trotted out onto the deck of an aircraft carrier, stood under a Mission Accomplished banner and declared victory in the War …
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