Category: POTUS

THE WAR PRESIDENT

Trump vs Global Peace by Rich Paschall “Our president will start a war with Iran because he has absolutely no ability to negotiate,” Donald J.Trump said of Barack Obama in November 2011 The guy who desperately wanted someone to give him a Peace Prize has been busy starting wars around the world, despite his promise … Continue reading THE WAR PRESIDENT

WATCH WHAT YOU SAY

Trump vs. Freedom of Speech by Rich Paschall Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances. If you … Continue reading WATCH WHAT YOU SAY

NO KINGS DAY

Chicago Edition, by Rich Paschall There were two competing emotions about attending this event. First was "I am too old for this crap." I remember the protests of the 1960s and 1970s. There were marches against the war. There were marches for civil rights and human rights. There were marches for Gay rights. In the … Continue reading NO KINGS DAY

SEND IN THE CLOWNS? DON’T BOTHER. THEY’RE HERE – Garry Armstrong

A Friday Flashback from 2018 "Send In The Clowns", on its own merit, is a beautiful song from the show, "A Little Night Music." Judy Collins' cover has made it a popular favorite for decades. A Frank Sinatra version is especially poignant. In the early 70's, a seemingly more innocent period, I used "Send In … Continue reading SEND IN THE CLOWNS? DON’T BOTHER. THEY’RE HERE – Garry Armstrong

PARTYING WITH THE CLINTON FAMILY

Back in 1993, a lifetime ago when our world was different, we were different. Whatever future we had in mind, I think we didn't imagine the one in which we find ourselves. It had been a hard year. Licking our collective and individual wounds, Garry and I wobbled tentatively into summer. Our first long vacation … Continue reading PARTYING WITH THE CLINTON FAMILY

HATE AND THEN SOME

The Words of DJT, by Rich Paschall The famous orange politician/reality celebrity has come to the end of his campaign with a racist-filled speech highlighting his usual us versus them style. He has successfully divided the country by denouncing certain classes, ethnic backgrounds, women, and people of color. It seems to have worked as almost … Continue reading HATE AND THEN SOME

PARTYING WITH A PRESIDENT AND FAMILY

Back in 1993, a lifetime ago when our world was different, we were different too. Whatever future we had in mind, I think we didn't imagine the one in which we find ourselves. It had been a hard year. Licking our collective and individual wounds, Garry and I wobbled tentatively into summer. Our first long … Continue reading PARTYING WITH A PRESIDENT AND FAMILY

SHOULD A CONVICTED FELON BE ELECTABLE?

Fandango’s Provocative Question #227 Do you think someone who has been indicted or convicted of felonious crimes should be permitted to run for public office? Would you consider voting for a candidate in your country who had been indicted for having committed felonious crimes? Would that individual having been convicted and/or imprisoned have any effect on … Continue reading SHOULD A CONVICTED FELON BE ELECTABLE?

HOW OLD IS TOO OLD?

Fandango’s Provocative Question #211 Do you believe that Joe Biden, at 82 shortly after Election Day 2024, is too old to seek that office. What about Donald Trump at 77? Most important, do you think there should be a maximum age set for an individual to run for President of the United States? Last night, Garry … Continue reading HOW OLD IS TOO OLD?

TRUMP & THE TRADING CARDS

Fandango’s Provocative Question #195 What do you think of Trump’s digital trading cards? Do you think it reflects a sound business and/or political strategy? Do you think it’s ridiculous and is something undignified for a former U.S. President (and 2024 presidential candidate) to do? Or do you have no opinion one way or the other? We … Continue reading TRUMP & THE TRADING CARDS