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A political/economics blog written from a progressive point of view.
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A political/economics blog written from a progressive point of view.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 16248 )
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Bernie Calls For A 50-State Unity To Create A Better Government For All Americans
(This image Of Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont is from Politico.com.) Here is the latest op-ed piece from Senator Bernie Sanders (I-Vermont): Poll after poll... Read more
Posted on 17 August 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Rick Perry Indicted On Criminal Charges
(This photo of Governor Rick Perry is from The Huffington Post.) Rick Perry, the Texas politician who went from humble origins to being a millionaire in spite o... Read more
Posted on 16 August 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
The "Nanny State" Ogre Raises Its Ugly Head Again
I am probably going to anger some of my brothers and sisters on the left with this post, but that can't be helped. I firmly believe the most important values... Read more
Posted on 16 August 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Limbaugh Again Demonstrates His Mean-Spirited Depravity
It has only been a few days since Americans learned of the tragic death of Robin Williams -- but that hasn't stopped right-wing radio creep Rush Limbaugh from... Read more
Posted on 16 August 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Rand Paul Is Right About The Militarization Of Our Police
(These images of police are from Washington's Blog.) Regular readers of this blog will know that I don't care much for Rand Paul. Read more
Posted on 16 August 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Some Thoughts On The Tragic Situation In Missouri
Like most Americans, I have been shocked at what happened (and is still happening in Ferguson, Missouri. Here are some of my thoughts on the matter: * How can... Read more
Posted on 15 August 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Most Important Election Issue Is Anger With Politicians
The charts were made from information contained in a recent Gallup Poll -- conducted between August 7th and 10th of a random national sample of 1,032 adults,... Read more
Posted on 15 August 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
U.S. Public Knows The "War On Drugs" Is Being Lost
Since its inception in the Nixon administration, the government has spent a ton of money fighting its "War on Drugs" (with the expenditure passing the trillion... Read more
Posted on 15 August 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Green Party Gives 9 Reasons To Stop The Bombing In Iraq
I have made it very clear on this blog that I am opposed to the United States re-engaging in Iraq's religious civil war -- either by putting troops back in... Read more
Posted on 15 August 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Ten Questions For Those Considering Voting Republican
It has always amazed me how many people can vote against their own values, beliefs, and self-interest in American elections. I am referring to anyone who... Read more
Posted on 14 August 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Should The Police Be Required To Wear Video Cameras ?
Let me preface my remarks in this post by saying that I have no desire demonize the law enforcement officials in the United States. Read more
Posted on 14 August 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Who's Smarter - Men Or Women & Does It Matter ?
The pie chart above is reflective of the information in a recent Rasmussen Poll (taken on August 7th and 8th of a random national sample of 1,000 adults, with... Read more
Posted on 14 August 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Another Legend Is Gone
Only a few days after the death of Robin Williams, another celebrity has died. Lauren Bacall died on Tuesday in New York of a stroke. She was 89 years old. Read more
Posted on 14 August 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Public Rates The U.S. Presidents As "Hawks" Or "Doves"
(This cartoon image is by David Horsey when he was with the Seattle Post-Intelligencer.) This country remains mired in a war in Afghanistan, started way back... Read more
Posted on 13 August 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Will "The Dude" Run For The U.S. Senate ?
(This photo of Jeff Bridges at the Berlin Film Festival is by Thore Siebrands.) The Democrats have lost their candidate for U.S. Senate in Montana. The... Read more
Posted on 13 August 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
GOP Is Lying About Border Security & Immigrant Crime
Since it was learned that a few thousand Central American children have turned themselves in to Border Patrol agents at the Texas border in the past few... Read more
Posted on 13 August 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Party ID In The United States (And Teabagger Approval)
These charts were made from a recent YouGov Poll conducted between July 26th and 28th of a random national sample of 1,000 adults, with a margin of error of... Read more
Posted on 13 August 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
The Unwarranted Rehabilitation Of Richard Nixon
All of these charts were made from information contained in a recent YouGov Poll (conducted on August 6th and 7th of a random national sample of 1,000 adults,... Read more
Posted on 12 August 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Public Is Ready To Legalize Recreational Use Of Marijuana
These charts were made from information in a new YouGov Poll -- conducted conducted between July 28th and 30th of 1,000 randomly chosen national adults, and... Read more
Posted on 12 August 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Poem
(Image was found at the website called My Life My Story.) THE HYPOCRITE by Brian McLaughlin Stop, that's mine I'm throwin' it away no you can't have it just go... Read more
Posted on 12 August 2014 POLITICS, SOCIETY
