Too Early To Panic
No need to panic about a second Trump presidency yet but there are some worrisome numbers in the polls. Continue reading Too Early To Panic
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My Mother’s Admiration Of Rosalynn Carter
Remembering two good Democratic women. Continue reading My Mother’s Admiration Of Rosalynn Carter
A Buffet Of Thanksgiving Thoughts
Have a plateful of Turkey Day thoughts… Continue reading A Buffet Of Thanksgiving Thoughts
The Smiling Down-Home Fascist
The complexity of seemingly nice people who support authoritarianism and cruelty. Continue reading The Smiling Down-Home Fascist
Trump Is Open About Fascism
Why are so many in the media refusing to see it? Continue reading Trump Is Open About Fascism
Panic, Celebrate, Repeat
The Democrats have been doing pretty good in elections – what does it mean for 2024? Continue reading Panic, Celebrate, Repeat
The Hated Good Economy
What should be a feather in Biden’s cap is currently, somehow, a liability. Continue reading The Hated Good Economy
The Complexity Of Gaza
Something this horrific rarely is simple. Continue reading The Complexity Of Gaza
The Swiftie Phenomenon
Even oldster non-fans of her music (like me) should see her as a force for good in these not-good times. Continue reading The Swiftie Phenomenon
Media Is Failing Us With Mike Johnson
Way too many in the media seem to be charmed by Johnson’s smiley-face extremism. Continue reading Media Is Failing Us With Mike Johnson
Mitt Burns His GOP Bridges
In a new book, Mitt Romney decides hell with it, I’m gonna trash my party. Continue reading Mitt Burns His GOP Bridges
Want Hope? Look To Poland
Polish voters turn away the ruling far-right party. Continue reading Want Hope? Look To Poland
Rationalizing Evil
When defending the worst becomes okay in some people’s minds. Continue reading Rationalizing Evil
Some People Should Shut Up
No one should care about what George W. Bush thinks about the Israel-Hamas war. Continue reading Some People Should Shut Up
I’ve Seen This Movie Before
The ghouls are demanding not just blood, but also the correct level of bloodthirsty. Continue reading I’ve Seen This Movie Before
Social Media & War: Not Good
Social media thickens the fog of war in Israel. Continue reading Social Media & War: Not Good
Rollins Rolls At 62
An old punk looks at the world and sees hope in our youth, and yes, being “woke.” Continue reading Rollins Rolls At 62
Get With The Program
Democratic figures should not be primarying Biden. Continue reading Get With The Program
Watch These Dogs
The Hulu show Reservation Dogs is proof that when Native Americans tell their own stories, it’s so much better. Continue reading Watch These Dogs
Democrats Do The Right Thing
TheDem calls for Senator Bob Menendez to resign are in stark contrast to GOP’s reaction to their scandals. Continue reading Democrats Do The Right Thing
The Deadly War On Science
The anti-science movement is stupid in some very terrible ways, for all of us. Continue reading The Deadly War On Science
Dems Gettin’ Feisty
The Democrats are learning how to fight back, and doing well at it. Continue reading Dems Gettin’ Feisty
Premature Poll Panic
Lots of time before the election, and polls are just a snapshot of right now, not predictions. Continue reading Premature Poll Panic
It’s Not Just Politics
Be thankful for the privilege of downplaying other people fears Continue reading It’s Not Just Politics
All We Lost On 9/11
On the delusions and meanness that grew in the years after 9/11. Continue reading All We Lost On 9/11
Too Many Of The DC Media Are Failing Us
No, CNN, Tommy Tuberville endangering national security is not a “feud” with Democrats. Continue reading Too Many Of The DC Media Are Failing Us
The Unity Feared By The Rich Men North Of Richmond
True unity leaves no one behind, and does not punch down. Continue reading The Unity Feared By The Rich Men North Of Richmond
Climate Change Makes It Weird
Climate change smashes myths, alters thinking, and makes things a little awkward. Continue reading Climate Change Makes It Weird
A Long Way To Go
60 years after the I Have a Dream speech, there is much work to do. Continue reading A Long Way To Go
Whadda Mug
We got the mugshot, and it is a doozy. Also, a former president was arraigned, again. Continue reading Whadda Mug