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What The Flag Means to Our Kids This Flag Day
Read 9th grader John Nasir’s powerful winning essay on what the American flag represents—freedom, unity, perseverance, and the spirit of a nation.
An Interview With George Washington
An imagined interview with George Washington discussing Donald Trump, the Constitution, and the importance of moral leadership in modern American democracy.
New Highways Radically Changed America. Much More Radical Change Is Just Ahead
Before AI and robotics, it was roads that changed everything. Joe Rothstein reflects on a summer with a daredevil stunt show—and how the 1950s Interstate Highway Act quietly reshaped American life, business, and politics.
Gramlich’s Warning on the Subprime Mortgage Crisis and Its Relevance Today
Edward (Ned) Gramlich was an economic expert who warned about the dangers of the subprime mortgage crisis. His insights remain relevant today as we face new financial challenges.
What Were Trump’s Thoughts at Carter’s Funeral?
Will President Carter’s funeral service spark reflections on legacy, mortality, and values among former presidents like Biden, Clinton, Bush, and Trump?
Ending the Nuclear Threat: A Message to President-Elect Trump
Political novelist Joe Rothstein calls on President-elect Trump to lead a global campaign against nuclear weapons, using mass support and negotiation to end the nuclear arms race.
Trump Suggests Violence If He Loses. Believe Him
Donald Trump's potential refusal to concede an election loss and his hints at violence should be taken seriously. This article delves into the historical and current political context, highlighting the importance of addressing these threats.
Reflecting on History: America’s Presidents Exhibit
Explore the resilience of US leadership at the America's Presidents Exhibit. Delve into pivotal moments shaping the nation's history and take comfort in the past.
No One Can ‘Ban’ Abortion. But They Can Make It Unsafe
History and debate of abortion laws reveal that abortion bans fail to stop the practice but jeopardize safety and access. Essential reading on abortion rights.
Republicans Are The Real Budget-Busters. Pass It On.
Exploring fiscal policies, this article reveals how Republicans are the real budget-busters, overturning myths with facts on U.S. government spending.
Mental Health Professionals Say Trump Has Dementia
Dr. John Gartner and many other mental health professionals make strong claims to support their belief that Donald Trump's mental condition is deteriorating.
Trump and the Art of Stiffing People Who Trust You
Trump's controversial views on debt, his business history, and the looming half-billion-dollar debts. Someone always pays the consequences, and it's not Trump.
Iconic TV Political Ads and Their Influence on Elections
Iconic TV Political Ads starting with "I Like Ike" and ending with an ad written by Joe Rothstein opposing Robert Bork’s confirmation to the Supreme Court.
Good News Bad News: The Media’s Affect on the National Mood
Why the same resources the media deploys to cover political minutia should be applied to reporting on positive developments that constitute 'Good News.'
November 6 vs November 7: An Enlightening Tale of Two Polls
Discover the pitfalls of early media polls and their impact on election projections. Learn why caution and context are crucial in pre-election surveys.
Here’s What’s Really Crazy About Congress: It Takes So Few Votes to Get There
Over the past decade 80 to 85% of eligible voters have not participated in the elections that are key to who serves in Congress. Members are winning tickets to national power with fly spec percentages of constituent support. That’s the bad news. The good news is that fixes are doable without a constitutional amendment, or judicial decisions, or mostly without even legislative action.
Remembering That Scary October Day When The Red Phone Didn’t Ring
October is the time for scary costumes, toy skeletons and ghost costumes. It’s all good fun. But for me, October always recalls a day when it was no fun at all. In fact, it was one of the most chilling events of my life.
Humanity Threatened With Extinction. (See story in business section page 32)
Is humanity headed for a bleak future? Find out how artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies are influencing the fate of our species with insights from Joe Rothstein.