[NOTE: The best way NOT to get my thoughts on a subject is to identify a topic and say, “You need to write about this.” In most cases, the seed of a specific post comes from a personal discussion with friend or former colleague. Then, something that emerges during the course of that conversation suggests … Read more
Every Super Bowl has a back story. Sometimes, that behind the scenes drama is so compelling, the event is referred to by a nickname. When brothers Jim and John, head coaches of the San Francisco 49ers and Baltimore Ravens, respectively, faced off in Super Bowl XLVII (2013) it was tagged “the Harbaugh Bowl.” And each … Read more
[Blogger’s NOTE: The latest Quinnipiac poll, in which Joe Biden jumped to a six point lead (50-44) is evidence Donald Trump is stuck at a ceiling in the mid-40s while Biden’s previous lows were a floor. Additionally, Trump’s behavior in and out of the courtroom has alienated women and independents increasing Biden’s margin among these … Read more
Wake up, Maggie, I think I got somethin’ to say to youIt’s late September and I really should be back at school. ~Rod Steward/”Maggie May” Following the January 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol by election deniers, there has been a push for civics to be taught at every education level from kindergarten to … Read more
Dear Dr. ESP, Here you go again. A fourth post about Nikki Haley. I’m beginning to think you have an unnatural obsession with the former governor. What’s the deal? ~Same Imaginary Reader Dear Imaginary, my interest in Haley is less about her as a presidential candidate and more about how she constantly reminds me how … Read more