Wing Nut
In political parlance, the term “wing nut” is often used as a pejorative to describe someone who holds extreme, radical, or fringe views.
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Thursday, October 8, 2026
Inside Baseball
The term “inside baseball” refers to any subject matter which is considered too highly specialized to be appreciated by the general public.
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The “cemetery vote” refers to a form of voter fraud, in which votes are cast in the names of registered voters who have, in fact, passed away.
Amiable Dunce
Ronald Reagan’s critics often referred to the president as an “amiable dunce.”
Under Suspension of the Rules
“Under suspension of the rules” refers to a process in the House of Representatives where a bill or resolution is considered without following all the regular rules and procedures that…
Chilling Effect
A “chilling effect” is a situation in which rights are restricted, often because of indirect political pressure or overbroad legislation.
Scalawag
A “scalawag” is a pejorative term for a white southerner who supported Reconstruction efforts in the south in the late 1800s.