Monthly Archive: July 2018
Maria Butina Arrested on Charges of Being Russian Agent
A Russian woman is under arrest and charged with acting as a foreign agent, but not as part of the ongoing Mueller Probe. Among other activities, her association with NRA events and other conservative groups are alleged to be part of a plan to win “back channel” relationships with the politically powerful.
The Losing Game – Why Majority Rule Needs Constraint
Each side is predictable in one respect – they overreach.
Does US Government Have an Overgrowth of Ivy?
If Brett Kavanaugh is confirmed to the Supreme Court, all nine Justices of SCOTUS will be Ivy League affiliated in their education. But the Presidency is not any less upper-crust in credentials of late, to say nothing for the rest of government.
Ordinary Sunday Brunch: Culture Quick Links
Ordinary Sunday Brunch is Ordinary Times cultural quick links for you enjoyment. Music, Art, History, and Religion stories to read, share, and discuss.
Retroactive: ICYMI From Ordinary Times This Week
Time to catch up on the all the unique perspectives and great writing on politics, culture, and the discussions about it all in Retroactive: #ICYMI From Ordinary Times This Week. Retroactive is the inclusive listing of the week that was at Ordinary Times. Read, Share, Discuss and enjoy.
The Case(s) Against The Straw Ban
And the main argument in favor seems to be of the “raising awareness” sort.
Private Person, Unwilling Celebrity
What if there is no line between public and private persons anymore?
DAG Rosenstein Announces Indictments of 12 Russian GRU Members
DAG Rosenstein announced indictments of 12 Russian GRU members for various activities related to the 2016 Presidential Election.
Linky Friday: Summertime
Linky Friday is Ordinary Time’s Friday tradition of compiling stories from around the world and across the web straight to you. This week, Summertime is the theme, and clicks are easy, the stories are jumping, and the world is yours to read, share, and discuss. From Gershwin to Manafort, plenty to occupy your dog days of summertime.
