Podcast Episode 97 It turns out reports of the death of American democracy were greatly exaggerated. Because voters not only rejected Republican calls for a Trumpian autocracy, but defied jack-booted MAGA thugs who tried to intimidate them against voting to do so. Most affirming and reassuring in this respect, of course, was all the threats… Listen.
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Trump Turns Republican Red Wave Blue for Democrats
Everyone expected Republicans to wrest control of both chambers of Congress. But that’s only because no one expected former President Donald Trump to be such a drag for Republican candidates. Trump turns Republican red wave blue But early results indicate that this disgraced, twice-impeached, coup-plotting former president motivated millions to vote against Republicans. Control of both chambers of Congress hung… Read more.
US Midterms 2022: Elon Musk Tweets His True Color
US midterms 2022 Elon Musk is using Twitter to help Republicans turn America into a MAGA dystopia. And he is being as discreet about it as Donald Trump has been about running for president again. Trump’s narcissism has him angling to steal all the glory Republicans presume will be theirs tomorrow. He will steal their thunder by announcing his 2024 presidential… Read more.
Despite My Criticisms and the Polls, I (Still) Support Obama Wholeheartedly!
A browse through my commentaries on Obama’s presidency will make it crystal clear that I have never had any compunction about criticizing his policies. Hell, I even criticized his decision to feature Scarlet O’Hara wannabes in his inaugural parade. So why are some of my liberal friends suddenly accusing me of political betrayal? In fact, my… Read more.