We were lied to. What a surprise. What’s surprising isn’t that people lied to us. It’s that people so easily believe the lies. Santa Clara, about 45 miles south of San Francisco, just hosted Super Bowl LX at Levi’s Stadium,…
Is There a Rock Bottom?
I recently read an article about an accusation of rape against Trump in the Epstein files. In the comments section, one reader said, “Does anyone really care what happens in the politicians of this country’s personal life – maybe we…
Mr. Excess
“Trump goes too far, but he’s delivering a prosperous America” was the opinion headline that caught my eye. These articles are hard for me to read, but I do because I want to try to understand the unwavering loyalty millions…
Are You Better Off?
Every presidential election, the challenging party seems to ask, “Are you better off than you were four years ago?” We are meant to consider how well we are doing economically and socially. More often than not, we are supposed to…
Dichotomy of Christians
We live in a harsh world. I think that has always been true. Life has always been kinder to some than to others. There have always been the poor, the hungry, the exploited. Still, there are worse times than others.…
All-In, Bigotry, Cult?
I said this before (see “C’mon People Now” post) but all of the attention given to the demise of the Democratic party with pretty much no focus on the Republican party continues to baffle me. In truth, both parties have…
Another (Female) Senator from Maine
Do you know the net worth of Disney? Per Stock Analysis, “Disney has a market cap or net worth of $205.99 billion as of September 29, 2025.” $205.99 billion – which is why I was completely taken aback by their swift capitulation to President…
The Janis Ian’s of the World, Where Are You?
Do you know who Janis Ian is? If you are of a certain generation, you do. If not, you probably don’t. I recently watched American Masters’ “Janis Ian: Breaking Silence.” Janis is both an amazing artist and person. For those…
Hypocrites and Bullies
I have probably mentioned I have become a bit of a news junkie, so much so that I have a hard time keeping track of what I read as well as when and where. That sometimes makes it difficult to…
Something’s Changed
Sr. Mary Clarence in “Sister Act,” when asked about her commitment to “hard work and discipline,” answers “Of course, I’m a nun. Four popes now.” Considering popes typically serve until they die, that’s a lot of popes. Pope John Paul I reigned…