Flawed Process Stumbles Trying to Save Democracy
Texas Democrats try a different process Political process is designed, hopefully, to bring consensus and good governance. Instead, Texas politicians got creative with a process...
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What American Sees Through the Window
We can see a lot through our window What do you see while looking out your window? Do you see a scene from nature: an...
All Votes Matter – At Least They Should
We hear the claim that votes matter The nation is now hearing the drumbeat, calling everyone to vote because all votes matter. That’s the battle...
Political Contrast Can Do Irreparable Harm
Our lives are full of contrast The contrast between you and I may be interesting, if not significant. Perhaps we have different habits of worship,...
The Enemy of Our Elections Is Unmasked
Rule of War: Know your enemy! Knowing your enemy is one of the major rules of war, as put forth by Sun Tzu, Chinese military...
Living in the Age of Political Distraction
Distraction keeps us from recognizing facts Distraction is common to all of us. It’s not just our dog “Rover” being distracted by the squirrel running...
Being Silent In America Risks One’s Soul
I fell silent last week I was silent (struck dumb) last week over what I was hearing. I’m an old white guy who lost my...
Heroes Are Needed For Presidential Elections
Heroes show courage Last month I wrote a letter to Nevada Governor Sisolak to let him know I considered him to be a hero. He...
Oregon Democrats Reach For Easy Election Solution
Easy is a common goal Doing the easy thing is a common goal. The easy way promises efficiency and better lifestyles and less stress. I admit that...
Heroic Deeds Move Our Nation Forward
Heroic deeds in our everyday lives Heroic deeds are rather like the seasonings we use to add flavor to our meals. They’re not overwhelming, used...