Thanksgiving means giving thanks. Thanks to whom? There’s the rub. If you look gratitude up in the dictionary you’ll find: the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness: “she expressed her gratitude to the … Continue reading
I hear from more people than ever before about Thanksgiving dinner and holiday get-togethers. How to mix holiday and politics? Evidently this year, it’s worse than ever. It was a close election, and the losing side is taking it very … Continue reading
When Donald Trump says, “make America great again,” the proof of that will be to observe his upcoming presidency and evaluate it for yourself. Some people claim, with little or no evidence, that Trump will be a dictator. Well, let’s … Continue reading
Will President Trump and the Republican Congress cut taxes on the rich? Let’s hope they do … the more massive the cuts, the better. Of course, uninformed people find this shocking. But think about it. Money in the hands of … Continue reading
Here’s the latest attempt by the progressive left to go after free speech: Accusations of “fake news.” Fake news does exist, of course, but most of the websites they claim are guilty of “fake news” are nothing more than websites … Continue reading
All this talk of how Donald Trump is a fascist … but what actually IS a fascist? What is fascism? Ayn Rand provided the best definition to date. Read it here: Ayn Rand wrote: The difference between [socialism and fascism] … Continue reading
Kellyanne Conway, President-elect Donald Trump’s campaign manager, said Sunday morning that the billionaire will stick to his pledge to “drain the swamp” and that “the gravy train is about to have its wheels blown off.” Refreshing language, indeed. And let’s … Continue reading
During a panel discussion on CNN Monday morning, Symone Sanders and Carl Higbie vehemently argued about the anti-Donald Trump protests that have taken place across the country since the election. “I’m sorry,” Sanders interrupted. “Hate crimes and protesting are not … Continue reading
In an attempt to stave off a civil war in the ranks, Democratic leaders are scrambling to unite behind a candidate for the party’s chairmanship – and have landed for now on a Nation of Islam / Louis Farrakhan-linked congressman. … Continue reading
A reader asks if I have any insights into the post-election hysteria, i.e., melting down and having to grieve because Hillary Clinton lost. And the assassination threats on social media. And the verbal, even physical, bullying of people suspected to have … Continue reading
Everyone, including Donald Trump, wants to preserve coverage for pre-existing conditions and allowing children to stay on their parents’ health insurance until age 26. If anything, these provisions drive up the cost of health insurance more than any other aspect … Continue reading
Are we all entitled to our opinions? Not really. In the political, First Amendment sense, of course we’re entitled to our opinions. But not in the intellectual or psychological sense. And here’s why. Reality is objective. Facts are facts. Some … Continue reading