I'm part of America's extended military family. My dad's older brother was career Navy; my dad served in the Navy in World War II; various and sundry cousins served in the Navy, Marines and SeaBees. My first husband fought in Vietnam on a Navy ship. My current husband's dad was career Air Force and is a veteran of Korea and Vietnam. A friend is a veteran of both Iraq wars. … [Read more...] about A day for awareness, not just remembrance
Veterans Day 2015: One Never Runs Out of Names
So much has been written about our veterans on Their Day -- thanking, honoring, mourning them -- that sometimes it is difficult to come up with new words, fresh words, adequate words to express our immense gratitude, respect and, for the fallen, our grief. But, for sure, one never runs out of names: The names of our friends and loved ones still living or departed who have … [Read more...] about Veterans Day 2015: One Never Runs Out of Names
The Pathetic Republican Debate
David Robertson gave his views on the 4th Republican debate below. I would like to add an alternate observation. There were losers but few if any winners. Jeb Bush: dead man walking. Donald Trump: A winner although he didn't have a stellar performance his message of limited international interventions and somewhat populist economics could be a winner. Dr Ben Carson: … [Read more...] about The Pathetic Republican Debate
Questioned: “Do you support the military.” “Yes,” he answered. “With compassion”
. Dear Readers: the following writing is from a good man, Rafael Jesús González, a veteran, who was my student many years ago. We are both elders now, our pows are white as snow... and I would like to offer his compelling story to you. It is in English and also below, in Spanish. May your Veteran's Day remembrance be meaningful for you in ways that matter to you in … [Read more...] about Questioned: “Do you support the military.” “Yes,” he answered. “With compassion”
The 4th Prime Time GOP Debate: A Brief Summary
The 4th prime time GOP debate was far superior to the 3rd one, thanks to better moderators and fewer people on the stage. Both Cruz and Rubio had a good night. If the GOP contest were to be decided on debate performances alone, then it would be a two-person race, with Cruz and Rubio running neck and neck. Fiorina's strength was shown when she stated just how she would use … [Read more...] about The 4th Prime Time GOP Debate: A Brief Summary
Science Denied
One of the foundations of Western civilization has been a belief in science and the ability to utilize new discoveries in practical ways to improve and extend human life. Yet currently, the citizens of many Western nations are rejecting scientific information and recommended responses as being valid, spurning behavior changes on the basis of this knowledge. Scientific data is … [Read more...] about Science Denied
Veterans Day 2015
To Those Who Served In The Military: When you took your oath and put on that uniform, you stopped being a civilian, laying down your personal freedom and other rights. You gave Uncle Sam a blank check pertaining to your life, saying that Uncle Sam could do with you whatever was needed, including sending you into a situation in which you would not survive. If you served … [Read more...] about Veterans Day 2015
Politix Update: Liberal Media Bias & The Truth According To The Good Doctor
Once you give up your integrity, the rest is a piece of cake. ~ J.R. EWING Dr. Ben Carson is killing the truth, but there is one thing he's keeping on life support -- the myth of "liberal media bias." The fetid air surrounding the Republican presidential campaign has become further befouled by charges that the liberal media is picking on the poor, defenseless … [Read more...] about Politix Update: Liberal Media Bias & The Truth According To The Good Doctor
Veterans Day 2015
I think now, looking back, we did not fight the enemy; we fought ourselves. The enemy was in us. The war is over for me now, but it will always be there, the rest of my days. As I'm sure Elias will be, fighting with Barnes for what Rhah called "possession of my soul." There are times since, I've felt like a child, born of those two fathers. But be that as it may, those of us … [Read more...] about Veterans Day 2015
These candidates are but a panel of dwarfs
It’s painful to compare the presidential candidates of 2016 to, say, those who sought the office in 1968—when my generation was living through both the gallant civil rights movement and the ghastly war in Vietnam. This lament applies to leadership figures in general—they are dwarfed against the largeness and danger of this disconcerting and frightening era. This lineup is as … [Read more...] about These candidates are but a panel of dwarfs
Our Nation’s Veterans: Why They’re Special (Guest Voice)
Our Nation's Veterans: Why They're Special By Danny Tyree Make no mistake about it: every civilian who does his job conscientiously and delivers an honest day's work for an honest day's pay deserves a pat on the back. But as Veterans Day approaches, I would like to pause and elaborate on why our active and honorably discharged military personnel are so special. Grumbling … [Read more...] about Our Nation’s Veterans: Why They’re Special (Guest Voice)
Cartoon: Vets
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Veterans Day – Remembering the Gallant Fight of Taffy 3
Veterans Day – Remembering the Gallant Fight of Taffy 3 By Sal Monela In October of 1944 American military forces invaded the Japanese occupied Philippines fulfilling General MacArthur’s pledge to return to those islands. The Japanese realized that if the Americans captured any significant part of the archipelago, they could cut Japan’s water routes to SE Asia. That … [Read more...] about Veterans Day – Remembering the Gallant Fight of Taffy 3
Fox Business News Debate: Republicans Debate Immigration Strategies, Including Trump’s Wall
Immigration was, as always, a divisive topic during Tuesday night's Republican primary debate. But this time around, it seemed to divide the candidates themselves. Two categories emerged: those who proposed mass deportation and those who advocated for a path to citizenship. Front-runner Donald Trump got the discussion started when he responded to a question about a… … [Read more...] about Fox Business News Debate: Republicans Debate Immigration Strategies, Including Trump’s Wall
Cartoon: Ben Carson Political Peanuts
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At Republican Presidential Debate Ben Carson Defends His Veracity
By Steve Holland and Emily StephensonMILWAUKEE (Reuters) - Republican U.S. presidential candidate Ben Carson, under attack for embellishing key elements of his biography, lashed out at critics during a debate on Tuesday and said he did not like being "lied about."Carson, a retired neurosurgeon, has faced a series of reports in the past week casting doubt on his stories about … [Read more...] about At Republican Presidential Debate Ben Carson Defends His Veracity
Netanyahu further damages U.S.-Israel relations (Guest Voice)
Netanyahu further damages U.S.-Israel relations by Dana Milbank WASHINGTON -- Benjamin Netanyahu doesn't do regret. Earlier this year, the Israeli prime minister did more than any of his predecessors over nearly 70 years to turn his country into a partisan political issue in the United States. In his speech to Congress and in other venues, he fought hard against … [Read more...] about Netanyahu further damages U.S.-Israel relations (Guest Voice)
Sanders Wins Mock Election In Landslide But Can We Believe This, Or Even The Conventional Polls?
The above electoral map prediction from Western Illinois University has received a lot of attention, especially among supporters of Bernie Sanders, for showing Sanders winning in a landslide. Some argue that we should take this seriously because the mock election model has been right in every election it was used in since 1975. The catch is that it was only used three times … [Read more...] about Sanders Wins Mock Election In Landslide But Can We Believe This, Or Even The Conventional Polls?
University of Missouri’s Tim Wolfe Leaves and Many Missourians Breathe Sigh of Relief
University of Missouri's Tim Wolfe Leaves and Many Missourians Breath Sigh of Relief by Jordan Cooper Many Missourians have been waiting on this moment. They've had a lot to take in bitterness-wise and Jonathan Butler [the grad student who started what many say was the pivotal hunger strike] probably hasn't had anything to eat since last week. So, it is time to … [Read more...] about University of Missouri’s Tim Wolfe Leaves and Many Missourians Breathe Sigh of Relief
Breaking Update: An Early Start on the ‘War on Christmas’
Breaking Update: In what may be the campaign promise most welcomed by conservative Christians and one that most likely will assure his nomination, GOP presidential candidate Donald Trump promised his flock Monday night, “If I become president, we’re all going to be saying Merry Christmas again, that I can tell you. That I can tell you.” While Trump did not explain how … [Read more...] about Breaking Update: An Early Start on the ‘War on Christmas’