Many are blaming Harris’s defeat on “wokeness.” It’s true, wokeness may have been a contributor. However, Daily Show host Jon Stewart wisely pointed out the one flaw in this theory. Harris never ran on wokeness. “I only have one problem with the woke theory... I just didn't recall seeing any Democrats running on woke s**t.” Stewart wisely pointed out that Vice President … [Read more...] about Its Always The Moderate Who Gets The End Of The Deal
Trump’s Disdain for Ordinary Americans
Within the first two weeks of President Trump’s 4 year term, his disdain for ordinary citizens and preference for billionaires and wealthy people is already evident. We can’t say that we didn’t know it was coming, as throughout his campaign he associated mainly with affluent contributors and tech gurus instead of ordinary citizens. But his messages castigated the liberal elites … [Read more...] about Trump’s Disdain for Ordinary Americans
No Way to Treat a Good Neighbor
Reacting to President Trump’s announcement of the slapping of significant tariffs on a range of Canadian products, Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau disputed several key points that the Trump administration has used as rationale for imposing the tariffs. One of the alleged reasons for the tariffs is, according to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, “the … [Read more...] about No Way to Treat a Good Neighbor
What if the election was like taking your car in for a service? Timothy Snyder explains.
Think of the federal government as a car. You might have thought that the election was like getting the car serviced. Instead, when you come into the shop, the mechanics, who somehow don’t look like mechanics, tell you that they have taken the parts of your car that work and sold them and kept the money. And that this was the most efficient thing to do. And that you … [Read more...] about What if the election was like taking your car in for a service? Timothy Snyder explains.
Of course the convicted criminal freed his convicted criminals
There I was the other day, happily minding my own business, re-watching an old “Seinfeld” episode (Jerry and his gal were making out during “Schindler’s List”), when I received an email inviting me to opine on a radio show about Day One of the new autocratic regime. Sigh. With a heavy heart I said OK. I felt like Michael Corleone in “Godfather III”: “Just when I thought I … [Read more...] about Of course the convicted criminal freed his convicted criminals
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s nomination signals a new era of anti-intellectualism in American politics
Donald Trump’s nominee for secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, Robert Kennedy Jr., on Capitol Hill on Jan. 9, 2025. Jon Cherry/Getty Images Dominik Stecu?a, The Ohio State University; Kristin Lunz Trujillo, University of South Carolina, and Matt Motta, Boston University The many controversial people appointed to the … [Read more...] about Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s nomination signals a new era of anti-intellectualism in American politics
Courts block Trump’s illegal actions
On Tuesday, U.S. District Judge Loren L. AliKhan blocked President Donald Trump's attempt to freeze spending programs authorized by Congress. In our three branches of government, Congress sets the budget and the executive branch implements it. The executive does not have the authority to override Congressional budget allocations, either up or down. On Monday, Trump halted … [Read more...] about Courts block Trump’s illegal actions
Trump’s Press Secretary Lousy At Math
Apparently, one does not have to be good at math in order to be Donald Trump's Press Secretary, as demonstrated by Karoline Leavitt. As reported by Politico, Trump appointees are trying their best to spin the weird Truth Social post that Donald Trump posted on the evening of Monday, 17 January 2025. Here is that post: Here is how the the California Department of … [Read more...] about Trump’s Press Secretary Lousy At Math
The Trump Stupid, It Burns!
The Trump Stupid, It Burns! It has taken only a week for Donald Trump to publish statements that make his IQ appear to be a negative number. First, here is a Trump blunder as reported by Newsweek: "A press release from the administration of President Donald Trump misspelled the country Colombia as 'Columbia,' quickly sparking ridicule online. . . A press release … [Read more...] about The Trump Stupid, It Burns!
Trump continues lawless firing spree
Washington DC is not a set of The Apprentice, despite President Donald Trump’s illegal firing spree. On Friday, the Trump Administration attempted to fire more than a dozen inspectors general (IG) without notifying Congress and providing cause for dismissal, as provided by law. IGs are independent watchdogs; Congress passed the “cause” requirement after Trump fired a handful … [Read more...] about Trump continues lawless firing spree
Bird flu infects UK human; US cases continue to grow
Monday, the Guardian reported a human case of H5N1 in England "as bird flu cases escalate across the country." It is the second case; the first was in 2022. Both had direct contact with infected birds. In the past year, the U.S. has "recorded 67 confirmed human cases of bird flu, most of which were found in people working in poultry or dairy farms." One person, in … [Read more...] about Bird flu infects UK human; US cases continue to grow
This Holocaust Memorial Day, the Dutch Have an Additional 425,000 Reasons to Remember
Of the 140,000 Jews who lived in the Netherlands at the outbreak of the Second World War,107,000 were transported to Nazi concentration and extermination camps. Of these, only 5,200 survived. The Nazis murdered a total 102,000 Dutch Jews. Thus, of the 140,000 Jews who lived in the Netherlands at the outbreak of the Second World War, only 38,000 survived. All these … [Read more...] about This Holocaust Memorial Day, the Dutch Have an Additional 425,000 Reasons to Remember
“Dictator on day one:” promise honored as Trump goes after birthright citizenship and independent inspectors general
On Monday, newly inaugurated President Donald Trump tried to nullify the Constitution with an executive order directing agencies to no longer honor the 14th Amendment's declaration of birthright citizenship. Trump closed the week late on Friday by daring Congress to stem his corruption. He attempted to fire more than a dozen independent inspectors general (IG) without … [Read more...] about “Dictator on day one:” promise honored as Trump goes after birthright citizenship and independent inspectors general
10 veterans confirm Hegseth as Defense Secretary
Of the 17 veterans casting a vote in the Senate confirmation of Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense, 10 voted to confirm. They were each a Republican. Yes Hegseth is a former member of the National Guard, but his behavior would be better reflected in a court martial than this elevation beyond his experience or character. The man boasts a Jerusalem Cross on his … [Read more...] about 10 veterans confirm Hegseth as Defense Secretary
Trump threatens Denmark on “horrendous” telephone call
Donald Trump engaged Denmark premier Mette Frederiksen in a "horrendous" phone call about Greenland "last week" according to The Financial Times. Five current and former senior European officials briefed on the call said the conversation had gone very badly. They added that Trump had been aggressive and confrontational following the Danish prime minister’s comments that … [Read more...] about Trump threatens Denmark on “horrendous” telephone call
Trump’s War on Science and Scientific Expertise
The first Trump administration, from January 2017 to January 2021, was characterized by disregard of science and denigration of scientific expertise, discordant with past American policies. There was a significant departure from evidence-based policymaking, an inclination towards deregulation, and a strong alignment with industry interests. We can expect similar actions in his … [Read more...] about Trump’s War on Science and Scientific Expertise
Trump’s executive orders can make change – but are limited and can be undone by the courts
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump arrives for inauguration ceremonies in the Rotunda of the U.S. Capitol, January 20, 2025. Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images Sharece Thrower, Vanderbilt University Before his inauguration, Donald Trump promised to issue a total of 100 or so executive orders once he regained the presidency. These orders are … [Read more...] about Trump’s executive orders can make change – but are limited and can be undone by the courts
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Trump promises to end birthright citizenship and shut down the border – a legal scholar explains the challenges these actions could face
Vice President JD Vance, President Donald Trump and their families attend the inaugural parade in Washington on Jan. 20, 2025. Angela Weiss/AFP via Getty Images Jean Lantz Reisz, University of Southern California During his first day in office on Jan. 20, 2025, President Donald Trump signed a slew of executive orders on immigration that … [Read more...] about Trump promises to end birthright citizenship and shut down the border – a legal scholar explains the challenges these actions could face
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Mike Peters is recognized as one of our nation’s most prominent cartoon artists for his outstanding work as both a political and comic strip cartoonist. His favorite expression “WHAT A HOOT” certainly sums up his outlook on his life and work which are inexorably entwined. Mike’s warm, easygoing and zany demeanor is evidence that his personality matches his creative talents. As … [Read more...] about NEW AIR FORCE ONE (MIKE PETERS GUEST CARTOON)