Obviously, what I’m about to propose would never happen. Still, it would be great for America if it did. Brett Kavanaugh should announce he supports an FBI investigation into Dr. Ford’s allegation. He should also tell the Senate’s Judiciary Committee to subpoena all relevant witnesses.
Tag: politics
An Idea for Christine Blasey Ford
Let me be very clear: I fully recognize I can’t empathize with or understand how Christine Blasey Ford is feeling now. The below stems from the sympathy I have for her and her family. Obviously, she must do what she knows is best for her family. This is simply one man’s idea for how she… Continue reading An Idea for Christine Blasey Ford
Reviewing Bob Woodward’s Fear: Trump in the White House
Bob Woodward’s Fear: Trump in the White House doesn’t provide any surprising information or startling allegations for people who have been following the disgrace known as the Trump administration. Still, I’m glad I read the book. If you enjoy politics, want to learn more about the most dysfunctional administration in American history, or you simply… Continue reading Reviewing Bob Woodward’s Fear: Trump in the White House
Being white, rich, and Living in a Blue State is Good
The Census Bureau released two critical reports demonstrating a lot about American society in 2017. Together, they highlight the widening gap between the rich and those living in poverty, the advantages of living in blue states, and the racism that still dominates much of American life.
Scott Taylor has Disgraced the Navy Seals
Scott Taylor is a Republican elected to represent Virginia’s 2n Congressional district in 2016. After his 22-point victory and armed with his military service, Taylor was seen as a rising star. Now, Taylor faces the prospect of a criminal indictment related to election fraud.
Contrasting Obama and Trump
Today, Barack Obama gave an impassioned speech focussed on the commonalities shared by Americans and need for us to move forward together. Today, Donald Trump was talking about an Op-Ed written by a member of his administration accusing him of incompetence.
Bernie Sanders’s Bill Would Hurt the Poor
I voted for Bernie Sanders in 2016. I may vote for him in 2020. Mr. Sanders deserves a ton of credit for bringing progressive issues to the mainstream of American thought. His Stop Bad Employers by Zeroing out Subsidies bill (Stop Bezos Act) is a political stunt that would hurt many poor people.
Hiding Behind an Anonymous Op-Ed is cowardice
The New York Times has published an anonymous Op-Ed from a “senior member” of the Trump administration. The piece is extremely critical of Trump; it all but calls him unfit for office and incompetent.
What has capitalism done for you?
This is a very simple question: what has America’s version of capitalism done for you?
What the Kavanaugh Confirmation Process is Really About
All of the dirty tricks and breaks from tradition being perpetrated by the GOP to make sure Brett Kavanaugh is confirmed are happening for one reason: Republicans are aware they are likely to lose the House in November. In 2020, they are likely to lose the Senate and the presidency. The only way they can… Continue reading What the Kavanaugh Confirmation Process is Really About