Words fail me to express my sadness and disappointment at the results of yesterday’s presidential election, except to say that now we know the answer to the question, “Does character still matter?” However, several writers of Letters to the Editors of the New York Times express what many of us feel, “fears for the future,” and “speculate about why he won.” Here are a few … [Read more...] about New York Times Readers Express their Opinions on the Presidential Elections
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THE MOURNING AFTER (CARTOON AND COLUMN)
What the hell, America? We know Donald Trump is racist. We know he’s fascist. We know he’s sexist. We know he’s the first president to refuse a peaceful transfer of power. We know he was behind an insurrection. We know he was impeached twice. We know he’s responsible for hundreds of thousands of COVID deaths. We know he’s a grifter who cheated taxpayers out of millions. We … [Read more...] about THE MOURNING AFTER (CARTOON AND COLUMN)
How the Trump presidency might change the global economy
Renaud Foucart, Lancaster University Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 election – and his threat to impose tariffs on all imports to the United States – highlights an important problem for the global economy. The US is a technological powerhouse, spending more than any other country on research and development and winning more Nobel prizes in the last five years than … [Read more...] about How the Trump presidency might change the global economy
HISTORIC WIN FOR TRUMP (CARTOONS)
2024’s quick win for Trump will go down in the history books alongside 1964 and 1980 Election Day landslides
Voters line up to cast their ballots at a voting location in Bethlehem, Pa., on Nov. 5, 2024. Samuel Corum/AFP via Getty Images Shannon Bow O'Brien, The University of Texas at Austin Election nights are always simultaneous moments of triumph and tragedy. One group of voters’ dreams are dashed, while another set of voters see their hopes … [Read more...] about 2024’s quick win for Trump will go down in the history books alongside 1964 and 1980 Election Day landslides
THE “CHRISTIAN NATION” MYTH (CARTOON)
The day after, a requiem and a beginning.
The weather is not cooperating. Wednesday dawned bright -- blue skies with fluffy clouds and a brilliant sun. We should have Seattle fog and gloom. That's because I feel a lot like I did on September 12, 2001: stunned, grieving, heavy of heart and mind. An America that I'm all too well acquainted with but was convinced was a minority of the country -- bigoted, … [Read more...] about The day after, a requiem and a beginning.
Trump’s comeback victory, after reshaping his party and national politics, looks a lot like Andrew Jackson’s in 1828
Donald Trump speaks to supporters early on the morning of Nov. 6, 2024. AP Photo/Evan Vucci Spencer Goidel, Auburn University As the nation prepares for a second Donald Trump presidency, some history-minded people may seek understanding in the idea that it wasn’t until Richard Nixon’s second presidential term that the serious consequences … [Read more...] about Trump’s comeback victory, after reshaping his party and national politics, looks a lot like Andrew Jackson’s in 1828
PRESIDENTIAL FOX NEWS SEAL (CARTOON)
Saying ‘Hello’ to a 2nd Trump presidency and ‘Good-bye’ to livers.
Like it or not, Americans are now saying "Hello" to a second Trump presidency, and plenty of Americans are saying "Good-bye" to their livers. The latter went to vote on November 5th, and now they are asking their bartenders for a fifth. How a convicted felon managed to be re-elected President of the United States will be the topic of debate for who knows how long. Yet, that … [Read more...] about Saying ‘Hello’ to a 2nd Trump presidency and ‘Good-bye’ to livers.
Harris or Trump, whoever wins, Americans could be on a slippery slope
Whoever wins, whether Kamala Harris or Donald Trump, abiding mistrust of Washington is growing among foreign governments, including European allies. That does not augur well for Americans. For almost all non-Americans, the issue is whether the American electorate is still discerning enough for them to expect benign US foreign and trade policies instead of more coercion and … [Read more...] about Harris or Trump, whoever wins, Americans could be on a slippery slope
2024 ELECTION LAWYERS (CARTOON)
THE FIX IS IN (CARTOON AND COLUMN)
Yeah, I’m calling b.s. I’m not calling b.s. on Trump’s claim he has a secret deal with House Speaker Mike Johnson. No, I believe that. What I’m calling b.s. on is Johnson’s claim that it’s all sweet and innocent and that Democrats are overreacting. As Sarah Marshall said in the great film, Forgetting Sarah Marshall, “Bullshit bullshit bullshit bullshit.” Donald Trump … [Read more...] about THE FIX IS IN (CARTOON AND COLUMN)
Quincy Jones mastered the art of arrangement, transforming simple tunes into epic soundscapes
Quincy Jones left his indelible touch on some of the 20th century’s most iconic albums. Arnold Turner/Getty Images for Netflix Jose Valentino Ruiz, University of Florida On the sleeve notes of some of the most memorable and best-selling albums of all time, you’ll find the words “Produced and arranged by Quincy Jones.” It was a hallmark of … [Read more...] about Quincy Jones mastered the art of arrangement, transforming simple tunes into epic soundscapes
KICK THE POLLSTERS OUT (CARTOONS)
Trump Claims “Illegal Alien” Voting Is Rampant. His Own Party Disagrees.
Trump Claims “Illegal Alien” Voting Is Rampant. His Own Party Disagrees.by Andy KrollProPublica is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative newsroom. Sign up for The Big Story newsletter to receive stories like this one in your inbox.In public remarks, former President Donald Trump has repeatedly made unfounded claims about the threat of widespread voting by “illegal aliens” and … [Read more...] about Trump Claims “Illegal Alien” Voting Is Rampant. His Own Party Disagrees.
TRUMP IS DONE (CARTOON)
It’s up to women to end the MAGA nightmare
If only Abigail Adams could be here to stump for Kamala Harris. Way back in March 1776, when husband John was serving in the Continental Congress and fueling the plot to declare independence, Abigail wrote him a letter: “In the new code of laws I suppose it will be necessary for you to make, I desire you would remember the ladies… Remember all men would be tyrants if they … [Read more...] about It’s up to women to end the MAGA nightmare
Does Character Still Matter? We Will Know Very Soon
For the past several months, candidates have been interviewing with the American people for what is without a doubt the most important, most critical job in the world. Employers routinely consider an applicant’s character, even for the most menial job. In a weekend New York Times column, “All the Demons Are Here,” Maureen Dowd starkly and exhaustively documents how one of … [Read more...] about Does Character Still Matter? We Will Know Very Soon