50-State Blog Roundup

By: Lowell
Published On: 1/11/2008 4:50:41 PM

Courtesy of Betsy Muse..."Once again the writers at the state community blogs are busy staying on top of local and state news and bringing local flavor to national news. Find an interesting post and jump in the conversation!"

New Mexico  
   A local reporter created the Muckraker's Guide to New Mexico, a great resource for any aspiring muckraker in the Land of Enchantment.

Utah  
   Another right wing "think tank" working hard to promote bigotry.

Oregon
   Oregon Senate candidate Steve Novick takes another bold progressive stand and says "Put No Child Left Behind out of OUR misery." The full speech, at Loaded Orygun.


Georgia  
   The GOP takes control of Georgia and a top Republican in the legislature is hours from his home and family but minutes from a female lobbyist's house, drunk driving, gets arrested, and what happens? Well, he avoids justice!


Louisiana
   Landrieu fundraising numbers are WAY ahead of her '02 pace.   Meet Gilda Reed y'all ... she's running for Jindal's old seat.  When will NOLA and the Gulf Region be given the attention it deserves during this Presidential campaign???


Texas  
   KT Musselman informs us of one of Texas' more eclectic Republican U.S. Senate candidates.  


West Virginia
   Is Republican Rep. Capito (WV-02) trying to bask in popular Democratic Gov. Manchin's reflected glory?


South Dakota
   Sen. Tim Johnson Raises Over $700,000 in 4th Quarter  Sen. Tim Johnson Raises Over $700,000 in 4th Quarter Sen. Tim Johnson Raises Over $700,000 in 4th Quarter  


Virginia  
   House Republicans Reject Open Government  House Republicans Reject Open Government House Republicans Reject Open Government  


Kentucky
   BlueGrassRoots shows how Andrew Horne will cut into Mitch McConnell's support in rural KY, as he wins over a conservative KY blogger.


Maryland  
   Same-sex marriage is on Maryland's legislative agenda -- is it on the agenda of Democrats?


North Carolina  
   At BlueNC Robert P. analyzes the choices in North Carolina's race for Lt. Governor.   We're also celebrating Larry Kissell's 2 pt lead over Robin Hayes in the latest SEIU poll.   Finally, at BlueNC, Linda Cloud provides us with essential information to assist in advocating for children in North Carolina.


New Hampshire  
   At Blue Hampshire, state Rep. Jim Splaine asks if 17 year olds who will turn 18 by the general election should be allowed to vote in the New Hampshire primaries.

Iowa  
   Demoinesdem puts out a call to fix the problems with the Iowa Caucuses.


Wisconsin  
   Will Wisconsin Historical Archives provide proof of Ron Paul's racist remarks?  Head on over to Uppity Wisconsin and find out.


Alabama  
   In Alabama a right leaning non-profit gets public funds for its "educational" efforts.


Michigan  
   State Senate Democratic Leader Mark Schauer (D-Battle Creek) discusses a statewide initiative to make health care in Michigan a top priority. Video


Washington  
   At Washblog, Noemie Maxwell questions whether new Hospital Commissioner is taking steps toward privatization.


Arizona  
   At AZNetroots they invite you to hop on board John McCain's B.S. Bus.


Vermont  
   Julie Waters gives us a hilarious, snarky look at the concern trollish diaries found throughout the liberal blogosphere urging Edwards supporters to abandon all hope.


Nevada
   Sven at My Silver State delivers coverage of the (DNC) Convention Conversation Forums.


California  
   Calitics features a conversation with Sal Rosselli of UHW on Healthcare Reform

Colorado  
   In Colorado professional reporters are working to keep bloggers and other alternative media sources off the floors of the state house and state senate. In Colorado professional reporters are working to keep bloggers and other alternative media sources off the floors of the state house and state senate.In Colorado professional reporters are working to keep bloggers and other alternative media sources off the floors of the state house and state senate.

 

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