WASHINGTON -- The narrative about the 2016 presidential campaign focuses on angry discontent in the American electorate. Democrats Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders have a plausible explanation for what lies behind this unhappiness. The only Republican acting as if he has a working theory of his own is Donald Trump. As their policy-heavy debate last week showed, both … [Read more...] about The Republican establishment’s weak tea
Biden’s Biggest Obstacle (Guest Voice)
Biden's Biggest Obstacle by Thomas Hoffman In the aftermath of the first Democratic debate, everyone is talking about the one Democrat who wasn't there. Everyone is waiting to hear if Vice President Biden is planning to run for President again. The clock is ticking rapidly for Vice President Biden to make his decision. Less than one day ago, Biden spoke to a major Union … [Read more...] about Biden’s Biggest Obstacle (Guest Voice)
Hurricane Wilma – Looking Back, One Last Time
According to the Washington Post, in the early morning of October 19, 2005 -- exactly ten years ago -- National Hurricane Center (NHC) director Max Mayfield was informed by telephone that “Hurricane Wilma had not only intensified into a Category 5 hurricane, but that it was also the most intense Atlantic Basin storm ever measured.” The author, Jack Williams, proceeds to … [Read more...] about Hurricane Wilma – Looking Back, One Last Time
How America Is Failing Its Most Gifted Students
When it comes time for an American child to enroll in kindergarten, some parents are lucky enough to have a wealth of choices at their disposal. This comes down in large part to geographical location and income—factors that are frequently beyond our control. But for parents of “gifted students,” the process of choosing a school can be particularly frustrating. Many … [Read more...] about How America Is Failing Its Most Gifted Students
Politix Update: Campaigning Against Evils Of Capitalism Leaves Republican Candidates Vulnerable
Among the marble busts arrayed around the statue of Ronald Reagan in the Temple of the Great Conservative God are those of James A. Baker, Michael Deaver, Edwin Meese, Alexander Haig, David Stockman and Arthur Laffer, who while not exactly a household name is the only one of Reagan's advisers whose views still deeply influence the Republican Party some 30 years on. … [Read more...] about Politix Update: Campaigning Against Evils Of Capitalism Leaves Republican Candidates Vulnerable
“Someday a woman will be PRESIDENT”
When Maine Senator Margaret Chase Smith, a Republican, ran for her party's presidential nomination in 1964, she was sixty-six years old. She had been a member of the House of Representatives for eight years and a United States Senator for sixteen years. But, as the National Women's History Museum web site notes, the political pundits of her day were more concerned about her … [Read more...] about “Someday a woman will be PRESIDENT”
SciFi Weekend: Continuum Series Finale; Doctor Who; Fargo & Manhattan Return; Defiance Canceled
Continuum had both a happy and sad ending but, even more remarkably, ended with a surprise which was totally consistent with what we have seen. With all the questions among fans, and even some characters on the show, as to whether Kiera could return home, nobody I'm aware of predicted the ending. She was successful and returned home to a better world where the Corporate … [Read more...] about SciFi Weekend: Continuum Series Finale; Doctor Who; Fargo & Manhattan Return; Defiance Canceled
SNL Spoofs the Democrat Party Debate (Clinton, O’Malley, Sanders, Webb and Chaffee) (VIDEO)
' Saturday Night Live lampooned the first Democratic Party Debate last night -- and pulled out all stops. The cast: Hillary Clinton (Kate McKinnon), Bernie Sanders (Larry David), Jim Webb (Alec Baldwin), Lincoln Chafee (Kyle Mooney) and Martin O'Malley (Taran Killam) and CNN's Anderson Cooper (Jon Rudnitsky). More proof that SNL is the comedic gift that keeps on giving: … [Read more...] about SNL Spoofs the Democrat Party Debate (Clinton, O’Malley, Sanders, Webb and Chaffee) (VIDEO)
Catastrophes Bring People Together — But Lessons Need to be Learned(Guest Voice)
Catastrophes Bring People Together by Jordan Cooper Catastrophes bring people together. No matter if your pet fish dies, people console. No matter if your vehicle is demolished, people empathize. No matter if one of your close human beings die, people feel for you. During the historic flooding of the one-hit wonder Hurricane Joaquin we saw what we failed to look after … [Read more...] about Catastrophes Bring People Together — But Lessons Need to be Learned(Guest Voice)
NBC’s ‘The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon’: Best Donald Trump Skits [VIDEO]
Donald Trump‘s guest appearance gave Jimmy Fallon his highest Friday night rating in 18 months. The Tonight Show had 4.5 million viewers on Sept. 11, the largest since Feb. 28, 2014 shortly after Fallon’s debut as host. “It’s uuuuuuuuugeeee!” said Fallon after he heard the news. “He’s the best thing that ever happened to our show.”… … [Read more...] about NBC’s ‘The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon’: Best Donald Trump Skits [VIDEO]
What Bernie Sanders Needs To Learn From The First Democratic Debate
The media continues to declare Clinton was the winner of the Democratic debate, ignoring all those in the focus groups who considered Sanders to be the winner. This underestimates the benefits Sanders received from the debate in gaining greater exposure, increased fund raising, and new supporters. However this is how the debates work and Sanders has to play the game. … [Read more...] about What Bernie Sanders Needs To Learn From The First Democratic Debate
Donald Trump Says His Immigration Policies Would Have Prevented 9/11 Terrorist Attacks
Donald Trump unleashed a barrage of angry tweets in an ongoing squabble with Jeb Bush about George W. Bush's responsibility for terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. Now he's going after Mitt Romney. Trump is off the rails, but didn't we see this coming? The guy has such a huge ego he just can't take any kind of criticism whatsoever. On Sunday, Trump said his immigration … [Read more...] about Donald Trump Says His Immigration Policies Would Have Prevented 9/11 Terrorist Attacks
Cartoon: Playboy Drops Nudity
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Playing Chicken with The World Economy Along for The Ride
Playing Chicken with The World Economy Along for The Ride By Chris Jennewein Nov. 3 is the deadline for a high-stakes game of chicken with the Republicans’ self-described “Freedom Caucus” unwilling to let the United States borrow more unless equal cuts are made in social programs. That’s when, according to Treasury Secretary Jack Lew, the United States will be unable to pay … [Read more...] about Playing Chicken with The World Economy Along for The Ride
UN chief condemns Palestinian arson attack at Joseph’s Tomb
United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon on Friday condemned the arson attack earlier in the day by some 100 Palestinian rioters at Joseph’s Tomb in Nablus in the West Bank. “This reprehensible act is yet another example of the escalating violence in the region, threatening to further inflame sensitivities owing to the religious significance of Joseph’s Tomb,”… … [Read more...] about UN chief condemns Palestinian arson attack at Joseph’s Tomb
Cartoon: Hamas
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Rand Paul Warns Of Mass Killings If Bernie Sanders Is Elected President
Rand Paul could be of value if he would stick to supporting non-interventionism and civil liberties as he did at the second Republican debate. Unfortunately he has to open his mouth about things he just doesn't understand, like economics. Paul even warned, while discussing the Democratic debate, that the election of Bernie Sanders will lead to mass killings like under Stalin, … [Read more...] about Rand Paul Warns Of Mass Killings If Bernie Sanders Is Elected President
Interview: Steven Spielberg, eternal optimist (Guest Interview)
In a time of social media shaming and side-swipes of snark, oftentimes directed at Hollywood, Steven Spielberg says an audacious thing during our interview: he is an optimist. That spirit infuses all of his films, says the Oscar-winning director, including his latest, Cold War spy-swap drama Bridge of Spies, which opened Friday. “I feel optimism offers… … [Read more...] about Interview: Steven Spielberg, eternal optimist (Guest Interview)
Cartoon: Benghazi Looney Tunes
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Trump criticizes George W. Bush over 9/11: Jeb Bush Hits back
By Steve HollandWASHINGTON (Reuters) - Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump once again provoked a tit-for-tat row on Friday by saying former president George W. Bush must share some of the blame for the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks.Trump, who has made no secret of his dislike of the Bush family and has frequently baited rival candidate Jeb Bush, George W.'s brother, made … [Read more...] about Trump criticizes George W. Bush over 9/11: Jeb Bush Hits back