After a little over a week (8 days) without power, internet, or VOIP phone I’m back.

Politics

• NJ’s Chris Christie Slams “Know-Nothing Disgruntled Romney Staffers” | Alternet
• Exit polls 2012: Mitt Romney favors rich – Emily Schultheis – POLITICO.com
• Democrat Murphy beats GOP’s McMahon in Connecticut Senate race – latimes.com
• Alan Grayson is back in the House, easily beat Long 62 percent by 38 percent | FreakOutNation

Diversity Wins, Obama Wins Re-Election

More Politics

• Progressive Hero Elizabeth Warren Defeats Scott Brown | FreakOutNation
• Progressive Sherrod Brown defeats Republican Josh Mandel | FreakOutNation
• Slam Dunk: Democrat Murphy Wins over GOP’s McMahon in Connecticut Senate race | FreakOutNation
• Wisconsin’s Baldwin becomes first openly gay senator – Yahoo! News
• Joe Walsh Election Results: Illinois Congressman Defeated By Tammy Duckworth
• Nate Silver and the Lessons of 2012 | The Big Picture

And The Wing Nut Right Jumpins The Shark Right Off A Cliff

• Donald Trump loses it, calls for “revolution” – Salon.com
• Donald Trump: Election Is ‘Total Sham And A Travesty,’ Suggests ‘Revolution’ Is Necessary
• Donald Trump sounds off on thoughts of President Obama’s presidential win – Oklahoma City TV | Examiner.com