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The Future Looks Great, If We Survive You-Know-Who
The future looks bright if we survive today: explore emerging technologies, next-gen energy solutions, and billionaire-backed innovations shaping our world.
Wars of Choice. Violations of Trust.
The Gulf of Tonkin incident reshaped U.S. history and trust in government. A look at Vietnam, Iraq, and modern wars of choice that continue to cost lives and trillions.
Can Elon Musk Get Along on $800 Billion?
California’s proposed wealth tax sparks a debate on billionaires like Elon Musk. Explore the impact of extreme wealth concentration and a new $5 billion cap.
Trump Policies A Toxic Brew for U.S. Farmers
Trump’s policies are fueling economic disaster in farm country, from tariffs to ICE raids, devastating U.S. agriculture and rural communities nationwide.
Yes, Bezos Is A Jerk, but No, Don’t Cancel Your Washington Post Subscription
Jeff Bezos may be controversial, but the Washington Post remains a vital public utility. Discover why keeping your subscription is crucial for democracy.
Right-Wing Media and the Political Reality It Creates
A thoughtful analysis of right-wing media, key headlines shaping perspectives, and how this coverage affects public perception and Trump’s poll numbers.
Don't Mess With Minnesotans, or Other Prairie People
An opinionated look at ICE enforcement, media power, and voter suppression, examining protests, history, and why public accountability still matters.
The Increasing Cost to Republican Leaders for Ignoring Trump's Mental Crisis
A veteran political strategist explains why Trump may not finish his term, exploring impeachment, the 25th Amendment, GOP silence, and growing concerns.
Trump and the Future of Election Rigging
Trump has long claimed elections are rigged. Now critics warn his legal and political moves could suppress voters and reshape U.S. democracy itself.
It’s 2026. 250 Years of Democracy. Time to Renew Our Vows. Or Not
As America marks 250 years of democracy, this reflection explores power, leadership, and the urgent tests facing constitutional governance today.
Fraudsters Checkwashed My Payment. I Naively Expected My Bank to DoThe Right Thing
A firsthand account of check washing bank fraud, an altered IRS check, and the hard lesson learned about bank responsibility and reimbursement.
What’s Wrong with U.S. Democracy?
Explore why a nation known for innovation still struggles to govern itself—and how the absence of true majority rule shapes elections, candidates, and our democracy.
The Wealth Taxes Already Reshaping State Budgets Make Mamdani’s Plan Seem Tame
State wealth tax results show higher revenue, stronger public investment, and no millionaire exodus—contrary to fears that surtaxes would drive the wealthy away.
Helping the Homeless: Old Problem. New Ideas
Innovative global solutions to homelessness—from mobile clinics to sleeping pods—show how communities worldwide are offering dignity, safety, and support.
Trump Says He’s Not A King. So Why Worry?
Millions marched in the No Kings protest as Trump denied acting like a king. This post explores power, democracy, and why fears of modern kingship persist.
George Clooney vs Tucker Carlson for President in 2028?
Think you can guess the 2028 presidential race? This post revisits decades of failed election predictions and why political forecasting never gets it right.
The Divisive Symbolism of ‘Red’ and ‘Blue’ States
The red and blue election map tradition oversimplifies American voters, fueling division and distorting our understanding of unity, democracy, and shared values.
Butter Sculpture, Crop Art and State Fairs, a U.S. Creative Treasure Trove
Discover the Renwick Gallery’s State Fairs: Growing American Craft exhibit, celebrating American creativity—from butter cows to crop art masterpieces.
America’s 250th Birthday: You Are Cordially Invited to Save Democracy
America’s 250th birthday in 2026 will celebrate unity, pride, and democracy—offering the perfect moment to restore faith in the nation’s founding ideals.
The Red Telephone: A Chilling Reminder from the Cuban Missile Crisis
Joe Rothstein recalls the harrowing moments of the Cuban Missile Crisis—when a red telephone and a single order could have sparked nuclear war.