The Politics of Tribalism: A Social Science Perspective on Survival and Unity
Since recorded history, humans have gravitated toward forming tribes, creating communities based on shared values, kinship, or common interests.
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Political Parody As a Weapon Part CXVII
More rapier wit from Albert Constantine Jr, as he ably skewers the ineptness of our National Command Authority
US Election 2024: Jerry Springer show of Politics
Both sides of the political spectrum, each convinced they’re holding the monopoly on perfection, engage in a fierce battle that’s part comedy, part tragedy, and entirely mind-boggling.
Why is Vivek Ramaswamy REALLY running for President?
After some consideration, I now think that it’s entirely possible that Vivek is running for two reasons, both of which have him in the role of Trump surrogate.
Commerce Clause Contortions: Uncle Sam’s Creative Overreach of Power
While the Commerce Clause was intended to regulate trade among the states, its interpretation by the federal government has sometimes resembled a game of “Six Degrees of Interstate Commerce,” allowing Uncle Sam to poke his nose into activities seemingly unrelated to crossing state lines.
Media Polling: Quality Data, Unreliable Garbage or Manipulative PSYOP?
Primary polls are even more unreliable harder to do than for general elections. That has always been true and is even more difficult now with the lack of landlines and the pathetically low participation rates.
Robert Reich – Stage 4 TDS Sufferer
Our epidemic of Trump Derangement Syndrome (TDS) does not appear to be abating, and big pharma hasn’t developed an mRNA vaccine for it yet.
America’s Renaissance: A Proposal for Mandatory Arms Ownership
In a dazzling feat of legislative nostalgia, an old law has emerged from the dusty annals of history: a proposal to adopt England’s 13th-century laws mandating arms ownership among Americans.
“No Man’s Life, Liberty, or Property Are Safe While the Democrats Are in Control.”
“No man’s life, liberty or property are safe while the Legislature is in session,” is a quote attributed to both Mark Twain and Gideon Tucker, but, rather than the Legislature, I would amend it to say, “No man’s life, liberty, or property are safe while the Democrats are in control.” We have recently reported on …
Harvardicide; Come for the destruction of DEI, stay for academia’s collapse
I come to praise Claudine Gay, not condemn her. The now ex-president of Harvard did our nation a great service by being smug and arrogant at a congressional hearing. Her hubris revealed what a farce DEI is as Harvard overlooked qualified candidates and chose her simply because she is a black lady.
January 6th Rear View of 2023
Like the year that followed, 2023 was defined by hefty dose of wokeism, inflation and polarized politics – expect more of the same, if not more, in 2024.
The Teacher Shortage Conundrum: A Perspective on Classroom Management
The persistent shortage of teachers within government schools continues to perplex educational institutions and policymakers alike.
The Constitutional Casualty: How the American Civil War Altered the Foundation of American Governance
The American Civil War, a defining chapter in the nation’s history, marked not only a harrowing period of conflict but also a pivotal moment that reshaped the very essence of the United States’ governance.
Taming the media; Handle the press on your terms, not theirs
Millions of Americans have a contempt for the liberal-run media. Instead of using that contempt to their advantage, Republicans keep going on CNN and the rest. They seek to impress the press. It is suicidal.
Using a Decision Analysis Tool to Decide a President in 2024
When faced with the crucial decision of determining the most fitting candidate, here’s a simplified numerical approach that echoes the grading system to evaluate leadership traits
Wondering “Why?” on Tupelo Brake
I don’t talk to myself yet, though I would probably give good advice, but I do think a lot in a day’s time. There’s a big list of “I wonder whys” that never get an answer, because we don’t have a republic anymore.
Science Denial at COP 28
Having reviewed the numbers for the last 20 years gathered by NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) I can safely say that not only is the world not on fire
War Gaming 101: Easy Level
Artificial intelligence now wields the capacity to eclipse the feats of an entire small team of Army Planners in a mere blink of an eye, accomplishing in a fleeting 20 seconds what would take us a week or more to meticulously craft and fact check
Choosing a Leader in 2024; Top 5 Prerequisites
As the United States gears up for the next presidential election, it is imperative to focus on essential factors when assessing potential leaders.
After the Wall Is Built
If a Republican POTUS can be elected in Nov 2024, IF, and when that Republican Prez builds the Wall across our border with the Cartels, then what? There’ll be almost 30m illegal aliens in America. Many have been here for decades.