Thursday, April 30, 2026
What's Next?
The Supreme Court took another bite out of the Voting Rights Act with its decision that a Louisiana congressional district is a gerrymander. Looking at a map of the district, it is easy to see that it is. However, the decision threatens Black representation in Congress because it makes it easier for states to redraw districts and diminish the voice of African-Americans. That is what some states are already vowing to do. What's next for minorities?
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
What I missed
Monday, April 13, 2026
Face Off And Time Out
Trump and the Pope are facing off over Iran. Wonder who will win in the end?
I'm not going to write for two weeks. I'm taking time off.
Friday, April 10, 2026
Stubborn
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is stubbornly refusing to obey a Federal judge's court order to restore reporters' rights of access in the Pentagon. This from an administration that says it supports Free Speech. The only speech the administration wants is repetition of its propaganda.
Thursday, April 09, 2026
Lies?
RFK Jr., secretary of health and human services, is launching a podcast "to expose corruption and lies that have made Americans sick." Given that he lies about the efficacy of vaccines, it should be interesting to hear whom he calls out for prevarication.
Wednesday, April 08, 2026
War Crimes?
If President Trump implicated himself in the commission of war crimes, it is hard to see that he will not get away with them. The international courts are weak.
Tuesday, April 07, 2026
Religion
Mixing religion with war and politics is unfortunate, but that is what the Trump administration is doing. What happened to separation of church and state?