Dr. ESP The year was 1976. With the exception of Jimmy Carter’s election that November, the year was relatively devoid of significant events. Asking anyone what else happened that year is followed by silence. Even the long-hyped bicentennial celebration is remembered more for its missteps, e.g. the misconceived renovation of Union Station in Washington, D.C., which consisted … Read more
The latest Wall Street Journal poll has Democrats on edge, the headline being Joe Biden and Donald Trump tied at 46-46 in a two-man race. These “Nervous Nellies” should keep THREE things in mind. There are 14 “independent” polling services of which only THREE have Trump tied or ahead. Poll sampling depends on accurately gauging … Read more
There is no dearth of opinions about what is at stake in the 2024 presidential and congressional elections. Democracy versus autocracy. The rule of law. A woman’s control over her own body. Unfettered individual freedom versus community responsibility. Let me add one more–not just the First Amendment, but the volume at which it is practiced. … Read more
In space, no one can hear you scream! Tagline/Alien (1979) Not all senior citizens are alike. How do I know this? Personal experience. I am looking forward to celebrating my mother’s 101st birthday this month. And, what is becoming less and less unusual for someone her age, she is still quite active and has all her … Read more
There should be some limits to the kinds of weapons we can own but the gun people don’t think so. “I need an automatic weapon to defend myself.” Really? You can’t defend yourself with a pistol? You have a constant onslaught of enemies rushing onto your lawn so you need 100 rounds a minute to … Read more