Republican elites have embraced Trump as their leader. AP Photo/Alex Brandon Erica Frantz, Michigan State University; Andrea Kendall-Taylor, Yale University, and Joseph Wright, Penn State As former President Donald Trump edges closer to clinching the Republican presidential nomination in 2024, our political science research has shown that a second … [Read more...] about Why Trump’s control of the Republican Party is bad for democracy
REPUBLICANS, BIDEN AND THE BORDER (MIKE PETERS GUEST CARTOON)
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 REPUBLICANS, BIDEN AND THE BORDER (MIKE PETERS GUEST CARTOON)
Drone attack on American troops risks widening Middle East conflict – and drawing in Iran-US tensions
Jordanian and U.S. tanks take part in joint maneuvers in September 2022. Khalil Mazraawi/AFP Sara Harmouch, American University A drone attack that killed three American troops and wounded at least 34 more at a base in Jordan has increased fears of a widening conflict in the Middle East – and the possibility that the U.S. may be further drawn into the … [Read more...] about Drone attack on American troops risks widening Middle East conflict – and drawing in Iran-US tensions
WILL TRUMPWORLD’S “HOLY WAR” AGAINST TAYLOR SWIFT BACKFIRE?
Republicans now have a new bogeyman bogeyperson: billionaire singer-composer Taylor Swift, perhaps the most popular and successful woman on the planet. She has more Facebook followers than Donald Trump and made the cardinal "sin" of endorsing Joe Biden in Trump's unsuccessful re-election campaign. Is this a pre-emptive political strike? It certainly seems as if it is. One … [Read more...] about WILL TRUMPWORLD’S “HOLY WAR” AGAINST TAYLOR SWIFT BACKFIRE?
It’s The Country Bear Jamboree, Not The Confederate Bear Jamboree
The most magical place on earth is not always the most politically correct place on earth. Disney theme parks have been no stranger to controversy. Over the years, a number of attractions have been in the spotlight for controversial reasons. Last year, Splash Mountain closed due to being based on Song of the South. Some people are excited, and others are devastated. Some claim … [Read more...] about It’s The Country Bear Jamboree, Not The Confederate Bear Jamboree
Popularly known as ‘gas station heroin,’ tianeptine is being sold as a dietary supplement – with deadly outcomes
Neptune’s Fix, a tianeptine-containing “Elixir” as it’s labeled, is one of the most common of these products. U.S. Food and Drug Administration C. Michael White, University of Connecticut The Food and Drug Administration is upping the urgency of its warnings for consumers to avoid purchasing or consuming tianeptine – commonly called “gas station … [Read more...] about Popularly known as ‘gas station heroin,’ tianeptine is being sold as a dietary supplement – with deadly outcomes
Americans Are Still Fighting and Dying in Ukraine
As the war in Ukraine grinds on, as our attention is distracted by strife in the Middle East, and as security assistance legislation languishes in Congress because of political bickering, brave men and women and innocent children continue to be slaughtered by the Russian aggressors. The number of civilians killed since the Russian invasion two years ago is estimated to be … [Read more...] about Americans Are Still Fighting and Dying in Ukraine
SWIFTY BOWL (CARTOON)
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Colorado voters seeking to disqualify Trump from the ballot tell Supreme Court Jan. 6 ‘will forever stain’ US history
Supporters of President Donald Trump climb the west wall of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021. AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana Wayne Unger, Quinnipiac University The plaintiffs seeking to remove former President Donald Trump from Colorado’s 2024 presidential election ballots filed their brief to the U.S. Supreme Court on Jan. 26, 2024. They asked the court … [Read more...] about Colorado voters seeking to disqualify Trump from the ballot tell Supreme Court Jan. 6 ‘will forever stain’ US history
TRUMP LOOKS PRETTY BEATABLE. JUST NOT BY NIKKI HALEY.
In this week’s New Hampshire Republican primary, the key statistic was not Donald Trump’s underwhelming margin of victory – he beat Nikki Haley by 11 points after crowing that he’d win by 30 – but, far more importantly, this one right here: Independent swing voters, who were free under state rules to participate in that primary, rejected Trump in a landslide. Haley racked up … [Read more...] about TRUMP LOOKS PRETTY BEATABLE. JUST NOT BY NIKKI HALEY.
Anguishing Over The Plight Of The LGBTQ Community
Two groups are anguishing over the plight of the LGBTQ community. One group is LGBTQ-affirming. The other group is anti-affirming. Both claim to be Christian and cite the Bible to support their beliefs. Both can't be correct. So, who is in error? First, what does it mean to be LGBTQ-affirming? It does not mean that one condones acts of promiscuous sodomy. Instead, to be … [Read more...] about Anguishing Over The Plight Of The LGBTQ Community
SHAME ON DONALD TRUMP SHAME ON YOU, REPUBLICANS
by Don Hermann SHAME ON DONALD TRUMP SHAME ON YOU, REPUBLICANS: There’s a point when your thinking and your responses have gone beyond the extreme. Yes, even for you, Republicans. You seem to have such little dignity. Integrity. Caring. Not understanding. Is it based on fear? If you don’t follow Donald Trump, he may call you names. Regardless of what you really … [Read more...] about SHAME ON DONALD TRUMP SHAME ON YOU, REPUBLICANS
Dementia Don (Cartoon, Column and Video)
On the campaign trail last week in New Hampshire, Trump was again boasting about “acing” a cognitive test he took while he was president (sic), which was probably the first time a president had to take a cognitive test. Trump told the audience at one of his goon rallies that the test included identifying animals. Trump said, “I think it was 35, 30 questions. They always show … [Read more...] about Dementia Don (Cartoon, Column and Video)
What UAW backing means for Biden – and why the union’s endorsement took so long
UAW President Shawn Fain, left, clasps hands with President Biden after endorsing his bid for reelection. Saul Loeb/AFP via Getty Images Marick Masters, Wayne State University The United Auto Workers has endorsed President Joe Biden’s bid for reelection in 2024. “Joe Biden has earned it,” said union president Shawn Fain on Jan. 24 as he announced the … [Read more...] about What UAW backing means for Biden – and why the union’s endorsement took so long
Endless Civil War? America’s 160-year wound that won’t heal
Published by AFPLexington (United States) (AFP) - Men in a picturesque Virginia street sport Confederate uniforms, waving rebel battle flags mixed with Donald Trump campaign banners. This is 2024 in America, where the Civil War not only hasn't been forgotten -- it never truly ended. "Carry on the fight!" urged Susan Lee at an event in the town of Lexington, as several hundred … [Read more...] about Endless Civil War? America’s 160-year wound that won’t heal
YELLOW BELLY NEEDS THE MILITARY VOTE
by Don Hermann Picture this. “Daddy I don’t want to be shot at. Please help me. I don’t want to go to Vietnam. If I have to be drafted, they’ll find out I’m a coward. I might get picked on. I’ll also have to have my hair cut. What can we do?” “Well son, leave it to Daddy. He has a way of taking care of things.” A little money here. And a little money there and … [Read more...] about YELLOW BELLY NEEDS THE MILITARY VOTE
The Dangers of Pollution
Every society and culture has been guilty of polluting their local areas of work and habitation, with some societies defiling more extensive regions or the world itself. As humanity has advanced scientifically, industrially and technologically, with more goods produced and longer lives, the amount of pollution has increased dramatically. Progress and pollution appear to go hand … [Read more...] about The Dangers of Pollution
New Hampshire voting doesn’t look like other states – here’s why that matters for the Republican primary
Campaign signs sit in the snow along a highway in Concord, N.H., on Jan. 18, 2024. Timothy A. Clary/AFP via Getty Images Dante Scala, University of New Hampshire There isn’t the usual frenzy that New Hampshire voters are used to in the days leading up to the presidential primary, which this year takes place on Jan. 23, 2024. But even without the … [Read more...] about New Hampshire voting doesn’t look like other states – here’s why that matters for the Republican primary
WEAPON TRUMP (CARTOON)
Transcript of a telephone call to Donald Trump
By Don Hermann Hello Donald. This is Joe. I see you’re having a lot of problems. More than usual. I’m not an expert at this but if I would guess, I assume some of them are age related. You’ve been quite transparent lately. Like you’re losing it completely. To start with, there seems to be some confusion about who you’re running against. I think part of … [Read more...] about Transcript of a telephone call to Donald Trump