Will the Senate’s “good republicans” reject a dishonest nominee?
Have the “good Republicans” become so partisan that they’re no longer willing to speak up against dishonesty, apparent lawbreaking, or contempt toward the Senate itself?
Cannabis Americas Common Sense Crops
Thirty-two states have legalized medical marijuana in some form or another. With the help of some reform-minded activists and the general public, are our politicians starting to come to their senses on cannabis?
What South Carolina Needs to Do for Racial Equality (Taking Down the Flag Is...
The welfare of all South Carolinians would increase with these steps. These steps include educational reform and expansion of medicaid.
For Trump, words are stupid things
As language takes a beating from the president, a book about Churchill and Orwell reminds us how potent skilled rhetoric can be.
Are we free to do what we want with our bodies?
Summing up, women and men should be free to do what they want with their bodies within reasonable limits.
The Billionaire Bankrolling the Latest Trade Deal Push
A corporate-backed study says the latest Washington trade scam will raise incomes — but for whom?
Let’s Learn From Australia: Semi-Automatic Weapons Bans Work
We need a ban on semi-automatic guns, which are no more than weapons of mass destruction designed to efficiently kill as many people as possible.
The Revolt of Small Business Republicans
While small business owners have contributed to the same Republican candidates and committees favored by big business, they are finally waking up to the fact they’re being screwed by big businesses. Is a revolt in their future?
GDP versus lasting growth
What matters to individuals everywhere is not GDP growth, what matters, is the creation of happy, harmonious societies.
Real patriotism on this July 4th
Real patriotism means sacrificing to keep America going.