If this man were still President, the media would not be in a frenzy. He would have the unconditional and unwavering support of the political, corporate donor and academic class. The economy would likely NOT be shut down, and panic … Continue reading
Category: Society & Culture
A Lone Voice of Reason from an Infectious Disease Expert
We’re not exactly living in the Age of Reason right now. However, here’s a sensible and scientific perspective from an actual infectious disease expert. It’s the first medical perspective I have read where the physician actually recognizes the BIOLOGICAL and … Continue reading
America’s Faulty Zero-Risk Premise
“The health, well-being and security of America’s 320 million citizens depends on a functioning economy.” [Fox Business article] So true. Throughout this crisis so far, most of us demand that our leaders (now our rulers) focus ONLY on the eradication … Continue reading
“When Will They Let Us Reopen? Will They Let Us Reopen?”
What upsets me most right now: Decent, reasonable people ask each other, “When do you think they will let us reopen, and get back to normal?” In a democracy, it’s up to the people. Not the dishonest media, or some … Continue reading
Trump’s Use of Homeland Security to UPHOLD the Bill of Rights
President Trump’s Department of Homeland Security released updated guidelines naming gun manufacturers and retailers as essential on Saturday, which means they are to stay open and operational nationwide during a Chinese coronavirus shutdown. The Second Amendment Foundation’s Alan Gottlieb commented … Continue reading
Why is Oklahoma No Worse Off than the Rest of the USA?
Unlike most other Governors, Oklahoma’s Governor did not shut down most businesses in the state last weekend. So what happened? Oklahoma is doing no worse than the rest of the country. Despite that fact, mayors in Oklahoma are rushing to … Continue reading
“We’re All in this Together” … Really?
I hear things like, “Coronavirus shows how we’re all in this together. It makes us more connected as a human family.” Or, the religious version: “God wants us all to love each other more.” I don’t agree at all. First … Continue reading
Move Over, Dr. Fauci
Move over, Dr. Fauci. President Trump has found a doctor who goes on evidence more than politics. “So, when people start talking about 20% of a population getting infected,” Dr. Deborah Birx later added. “It’s very scary, but we don’t … Continue reading
Why is Socialism Suddenly OK in a Crisis?
During normal times, people fight about whether we need more government programs. One side says leave it to the private or voluntary sector, while the other side says we must do it through government. In a crisis, both sides suddenly … Continue reading
How Are Lockdowns Working Out?
So far, things are going as expected. The number of coronavirus cases are going up. The officials express panic, and blame the public. They state or imply that more controls are coming. These added controls will place MORE restrictions on … Continue reading
Reporters: Scolding Schoolmarms, Morbidly Corrupt
Have you noticed the scolding tone of reporters at these daily Trump-Pence press conferences on coronavirus? Listen to the way they ask questions. It reeks of the unspoken but unmistakably present attitude of, “Why aren’t you doing more? Why haven’t … Continue reading
Ann Coulter: Will the Lockdowns End?
Ann Coulter nails it: “If, as the evidence suggests, the Chinese virus is enormously dangerous to people with certain medical conditions and those over 70 years old, but a much smaller danger to those under 70, then shutting down the … Continue reading