When Even Secretary Mattis Lies…

When Even Secretary Mattis Lies…

The U.S. Senate recently received a briefing concerning the murder of Jamal Kashoggi, a Washington Post journalist.  Kashoggi, a lawful U.S. resident, was originally from Saudi Arabia and often wrote pieces critical of the repressive Saudi regime.  The...
When Even Secretary Mattis Lies…

Long Overdue – Immigration Reform

The American people have spoken.  Although soundly rejecting the climate of fear, hate and deception surrounding immigration, immigration ranked high among the concerns of voters.  U.S. policy cannot be grounded in exaggerated claims of threats posed by a...
When Even Secretary Mattis Lies…

Dear Speaker Pelosi

The 2018 Midterm Election is over, and Democrats have won control of the House.  The first thing I would stress to Democrats is that it is long past time for new leadership.  Nancy Pelosi, Stenny Hoyer, and James Clyburne should be commended for careers of...
When Even Secretary Mattis Lies…

The 2018 Blue Trickle

The U.S. 2018 Midterm Election was a pivotal election with much at stake.  Every election has consequences and often results in control over Congress, state legislatures, governors, etc.  This midterm more than any other should have been about the President...
When Even Secretary Mattis Lies…

Rick Scott – The Veterans are Right, Lose the Hat

Ever since his first run for Florida Governor, Rick Scott has paraded out his favorite campaign prop – an old baseball cap with “NAVY” atop the brim.  He continuously wore it during campaign stops during his election and reelection.  As Governor, the hat...
When Even Secretary Mattis Lies…

President Trump did not Belong in Pittsburgh

One of the significant and most challenging duties of the President of the United States is to lead and console in times of tragedy.  It is a solemn and important responsibility, one for which few are fully prepared.  There is no training, no script, no...