Probationary UN Ambassador Elise Stefanik Gets “Fork In the Road” Notice
Like thousands of others, Elise Stefanik saw her probationary period for higher employment end on the whims of the Trump Administration.
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The Subversive and Revolutionary Act of Not Setting Things on Fire
Do not set things on fire or use the setting of things on fire for political, personal, or media gain. Simple, right? Apparently not.
Lies, Damn Lies, and Appetizers
“Self, just order and appetizer as your meal. All you need. All you want.” Did I listen to myself? No. No, I did not.
Posing, Posturing, & Positioning: 2028 Democratic Presidential Candidates
Our friends of the Loyal Order and Party of the Donkey begin the marathon process to a potential 2028 presidential candidate.
Of Amtrak, AI, and Arguing About Trains on the Interwebs
Trains are wonderful modes of transportation. Trains also have to follow the laws of physics and realities of economics, politics, and public sentiment.
Group Activity: Watching President Trump Holds First Cabinet Meeting
President Trump held the first cabinet meeting of his second term on February 26th, 2025. Watch and comment:
Email Blast: White House Offers Federal Workers “Deferred Resignation”
The Trump Administration is once again chasing a headline with details, this time over offering what are being called “deferred resignation”
Babes in DOGE Land
Now passes the days of Vivek Ramaswamy; the Department of Government Efficiency hardly knew ye…
Trump Sentenced to Unconditional Discharge in NY Criminal Case
The case against Trump that resulted in 34 felony convictions is over, with Judge Juan Merchan handing down a sentence of unconditional discharge.
Donald Trump Mar-a-Lago Press Conference: Watch It For Yourself
Donald Trump held a press conference at Mar-a-Lago, and news media and social media reacted. Watch it for yourself and discuss
Multiple Wildfires Rip Through Los Angeles Amid Historic Winds
Apocalyptic scenes in the greater LA as Santa Ana winds reaching hurricane-like force drive uncontrollable brush fires.
Justin Trudeau Resigns As Liberal Leader and Prime Minster of Canada
Justin Trudeau has resigned pending the election of a new leader for the Liberal Party.
Of Course, You Postpone the Sugar Bowl
Postponing the Sugar Bowl for 24 hours is more than reasonable. That doesn’t make anyone “soft”, it makes them prudent
Jimmy Carter Passes at Age 100
The oldest living American president in US history has passed into the ages. Jimmy Carter died after being in hospice care since February of 2023.
Fani Willis Disqualification Ruling: Read It For Yourself
The Georgia Court of Appeals has ruled that DA Fani Willis and her office should be disqualified from the Georgia election interference case. Read it for yourself here
Panic! The Kind That Came From New Jersey
Blinking lights in the New Jersey sky is just what the engagement farmers, power-hungry pols, and fund-seeking government agencies ordered.
Trump Wants FBI Director Wray Out, To Nominate Kash Patel
Trump loyalist Kash Patel, who served in several roles during the first Trump term, is reportedly the president-elect’s preference to head up the FBI.
ICC Follows Through on Arrest Warrants for Israeli PM Netanyahu & Others
The International Criminal Court announced warrants for the arrest of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel, former Israeli defense minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas leader Muhammed Deif.
Safe Travels, Arthur Frommer
I am very thankful for those Frommer’s recommendations during what proved to be a formative period of my own life.
The Four Stages of Post-election Cruelty
Much post-mortem election caterwauling is less analysis and more flagellation of the electorate that didn’t vote the way it was supposed to
