Category Archives: American Way
A Different Independence Day
It’s hard to think of hot dogs, barbecues, fireworks, and celebrations when the freedom and independence we celebrate today feel so fragile. When the president of the Heritage Foundation says “We are in the process of a Second American Revolution,”
A Different Independence Day
It’s hard to think of hot dogs, barbecues, fireworks, and celebrations when the freedom and independence we celebrate today feel so fragile. When the president of the Heritage Foundation says “We are in the process of a Second American Revolution,”
A King in the White House?
“The relationship between the president and the people he serves has shifted irrevocably. In every use of official power the president is now a king above the law. With fear for our democracy, I dissent.” Justice Sonia Sotomayor. Tuesday
A King in the White House?
“The relationship between the president and the people he serves has shifted irrevocably. In every use of official power the president is now a king above the law. With fear for our democracy, I dissent.” Justice Sonia Sotomayor. Tuesday
Where Have You Gone Joe?
Watching last night’s debate was jolting. Like many, I was expecting “ Joltin’” Joe to knock it out of the park, effortlessly batting away the torrent of bald-faced lies spewed by Donald Trump. Instead, we watched a frail and at
Where Have You Gone Joe?
Watching last night’s debate was jolting. Like many, I was expecting “ Joltin’” Joe to knock it out of the park, effortlessly batting away the torrent of bald-faced lies spewed by Donald Trump. Instead, we watched a frail and at
How Presidential Debates Were Changed By Television
Whether tonights debate between President Joe Biden and Donald Trump is the summer blockbuster they are hoping or not, this is potentially one of the most consequential debates since John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon’s. And that’s saying a
How Presidential Debates Were Changed By Television
Whether tonights debate between President Joe Biden and Donald Trump is the summer blockbuster they are hoping or not, this is potentially one of the most consequential debates since John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon’s. And that’s saying a
The Ten Commandments Go Back to School
The first commandment, as every American should know is: “Thou Shalt Separate Church and State.” However in Louisiana, separate but equal is no longer the law. Public classrooms in that state are now required to display the Ten Commandments. The
The Ten Commandments Go Back to School
The first commandment, as every American should know is: “Thou Shalt Separate Church and State.” However in Louisiana, separate but equal is no longer the law. Public classrooms in that state are now required to display the Ten Commandments. The
A Birthday For Donald, Oh How He’s Grown!
Developmentally Challenged It’s hard to believe that little Donnie is turning 78 today. Where did all those years go? Was it only yesterday that we brought him home to the White House in diapers, chuckling when he boasted about the
A Birthday For Donald, Oh How He’s Grown!
Developmentally Challenged It’s hard to believe that little Donnie is turning 78 today. Where did all those years go? Was it only yesterday that we brought him home to the White House in diapers, chuckling when he boasted about the
Revenge Is Trump’s Brand
Trump’s obsession with revenge is nothing new. A vengeful Trump has always sought retribution against his perceived enemies. Long part of his business model, his recent threats of retaliation are business as usual for this failed businessman. In 2005 at
Revenge Is Trump’s Brand
Trump’s obsession with revenge is nothing new. A vengeful Trump has always sought retribution against his perceived enemies. Long part of his business model, his recent threats of retaliation are business as usual for this failed businessman. In 2005 at
I Want My Flag Back
Pulling into the parking lot of Moe’s dog run this morning, my husband Hersh and I noticed an SUV parked next to us, flying a huge American flag with 1776 emblazoned on it. We both remarked out loud with similar
I Want My Flag Back
Pulling into the parking lot of Moe’s dog run this morning, my husband Hersh and I noticed an SUV parked next to us, flying a huge American flag with 1776 emblazoned on it. We both remarked out loud with similar
D Day A Country United 80 Years Ago
It was June 1944. It was wartime. While my father Marvin was spit-polishing his regulation army boots in the jungles of New Guinea, on the other side of the globe my teenage bobby soxer mother Betty polished up her saddles
D Day A Country United 80 Years Ago
It was June 1944. It was wartime. While my father Marvin was spit-polishing his regulation army boots in the jungles of New Guinea, on the other side of the globe my teenage bobby soxer mother Betty polished up her saddles
D Day A Country United 80 Years Ago
It was June 1944. It was wartime. While my father Marvin was spit-polishing his regulation army boots in the jungles of New Guinea, on the other side of the globe my teenage bobby soxer mother Betty polished up her saddles
D Day A Country United 80 Years Ago
It was June 1944. It was wartime. While my father Marvin was spit-polishing his regulation army boots in the jungles of New Guinea, on the other side of the globe my teenage bobby soxer mother Betty polished up her saddles
Envisioning The American Dream 