Trump’s Classified Document Trial Scheduled
The timing for Trump’s classified document trial isn’t great for anyone involved. The timing for political media couldn’t be better.
Monthly Archive: July 2023
YIMBYs, NIMBYs, and Freddies
“YIMBYs just about never ask core questions about why NIMBYs are so protective of their house as an investment.”
The $800K McNugget: A Legal Discussion
Can you imagine if any of these folks had to deal with a late 80’s McDonald’s apple pie so hot you could temper rolled steel with it?
Weekend Plans Post: Before Your Bosses Come Back
My bosses have been out of town for two weeks. Monday, they return.
Legacy Admissions To End At Wesleyan University
After the Supreme Court’s decision curtailing affirmative action, Wesleyan University (CT) announced they are eliminating legacy admissions..
Thursday Throughput: Aspartame Edition
Aspartame is one of the most studied food additives in the human food supply. FDA scientists do not have safety concerns when aspartame is used under the approved conditions.
Michigan AG Charges 16 For 2020 False Electors Scheme
Old and busted: Re-litigating 2020 presidential election. New hotness: Prosecuting the 2020 presidential election. At least in Michigan
Rule of Tod Video Playback: Campaign Silly Season Edition
In honor of The Rule of Tod & expanding upon it, some notable video clips to discuss, debate, and possibly be dumbfounded by.
Trump Is Back In The News In a YUGE Way
If more presidential power sounds horrifying to you, given what we know about Donald Trump’s penchant for abusing power, you’re not alone.
Trump Says He Is Target of Investigation, No, The Other One
Should this particular investigation wind up in indictments for Donald J. Trump it would be his third batch of them. That’s a lot of indicting…
Fear And Loathing And Commentary On Gun Buying
Is the increase in people buying guns and seeking training with weapons driven by fear, the “tactical bros,” or really just about protection?
That’s Not How That Works: “The New Right’s Theory of Power”
A stroll from Elon Musk to Dylan Mulvaney to explain the premise and proliferation of social conservatives’ belief they are institutionally persecuted.
Open Mic for the week of 7/17/2023
On this day in 1918, Nicholas II and his family were executed by Bolsheviks
What I’m Looking for in a 2024 Candidate
When it comes to considering my 2024 candidate options, there are going to be a few different factors and issues for me to consider.
Sunday Morning! King Lear by William Shakespeare
Returning to it after a few decades, I realize how nightmarish is Shakespeare’s vision of human frailty, madness, and tissue-thin political power.
