I have a friend who always asks me why I am so “negative” about the United States. Why am I so full of criticism about Trump and the Republicans? Why can I not be optimistic and find more “balance” and “joy” in the world? Isn’t everything in God’s hands? Doesn’t HE know what he is … Read more
In a democratic republic, the voting public chooses the people who are put into public office and given the powers and responsibilities of governing. Therefore, it follows that the citizens of a republic share the responsibility for the policies enacted, and the actions taken, by the government in their name. 2016 – Strike One If … Read more
If anyone doubts Republicans want a dictatorship, all you have to do is look at their actions. They’re using 10 keys to fascism in the hope, conscious or not, of unlocking a future where they and they alone are in power. It’s not just Trump’s big lie about the stolen election or the Jan. 6 … Read more
The scriptures are very clear about the kind of people Christians should be. This includes the types of behaviors we should demonstrate and the way we should treat others (all others). Many “Christians” in the United States have somehow managed to subvert their religious beliefs in the service of political fascism – which includes racism, … Read more
The Republican Administration is working rapidly and mindlessly to destroy our economy, our international standing, public health, and the rule of law. The illegal and idiotic tariffs, the harassment of tourists, the threatening letters to heads of state, the kidnapping of those who harvest our food and build our homes, the firing of those who … Read more
The Qatari royal family has given the Republican President a $400 million luxury Boeing 747-8 plane. His acceptance of the gift is a direct violation of the “Emoluments Clause” of the Constitution which states: No Title of Nobility shall be granted by the United States: And no Person holding any Office of Profit or Trust … Read more
After his first month back in office, the direction that Trump plans to take our country is now frighteningly clear. His ignorant toxic narcissism has set us up for disaster on many fronts. National weakness The Donald has always been in thrall to the dictators and strongmen of the world. Now he is actively weakening … Read more
The heart of the American experiment in democracy, indeed, the heart of civilization generally, is respect for law and order. Various empires throughout history have kept “law and order” through force or threat of force, but in a Constitutional democracy the law, and the scope of authority of those who make the laws, and limits … Read more