The Republican establishment is anxiously awaiting the upcoming elections. Pundits are all over talk radio speculating as to which Democrats are vulnerable and who’s likely to be the next to retire. They’re all chomping at the bit to see which party will be in control after the November elections. They’re missing the point. Parties don’t matter, America matters. We’ve been betrayed by both parties. (more…)
January 17, 2010
September 27, 2009
September 17, 2009
Peanuts, Peanuts, Get Your Peanuts Here!
During the Presidential campaign my wife and I discussed whether Obama would finally take the country beyond the issue of race, or be one of the most divisive Presidents in American history. We decided the latter was more likely. Well, today we heard from Jimmy the peanut farmer. He chimed in and (more…)
August 28, 2009
Why Doesn’t Everyone See It?
You Gotta Love It
If you don’t read The Economist you should consider it. It’s a British news magazine that’s been around since 1843, and like all news magazines it has a liberal slant. I like it because it’s good, honest reporting that covers the entire globe. It also has a great business section. Being British, they don’t worry about “political correctness”, (more…)
August 25, 2009
Disenfranchised
Why Bother?
A good friend of mine told me of a political conversation he had with another person, and, when asked, that person admitted that he doesn’t vote. He believes it doesn’t matter since the electoral college decides the outcome. The electoral college only applies to the presidential election, but its impact is important nonetheless, because the result is the loss of a vote. (more…)
June 17, 2009
Compromise Principles? – NO!
Fringe Belongs on Tablecloths, Not in Politics
The only time my wife and I watch television is when we’re visiting relatives or staying in a hotel somewhere. That was the case a week ago when we had the occasion to watch Hardball with Chris Matthews. I find Mr. Matthews terribly annoying. He doesn’t speak; he shouts. He’s constantly interrupting his guests and his views (more…)
