It’s almost too goofy for words. I’m not quite sure who Josh Rogin of the Washington Post was trying to fool when he suggested that Donald Trump really knows what he’s doing with regard to foreign policy. In fact, if one reads his words closely, one might conclude that he may have fooled himself: The […]
Mike Pence
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Pence Gives North Korea a Stern Look of Resolve
It was a strange audible for the vice president during his Asia sojourn.
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How the Sexism of Trump and Pence Are Two Sides of the Same Coin
Our political leaders make it abundantly clear they view women as nothing more than sex objects.
Posted inMagazine, March/April/May 2017
The Alt-Right Doesn’t Care About the Constitution
An emergent bloc of Republican voters, with unprecedented access to the new president’s administration, openly despises our founding document’s historic ideals. If left to fester, this poison will destroy the conservative movement.
Posted inEconomy
Trump’s Trade Policies Could Crush Mike Pence’s Hometown
In export-heavy Columbus, Indiana, anxiety is high about the administration’s trade priorities.
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The Blackmail Story Doesn’t Add Up
It’s increasingly clear that the intelligence community wanted Michael Flynn gone.
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Following Flynn’s Resignation, Questions Remain
This story isn’t over yet.
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This Situation Is More Dire Than I Want to Admit
Trump is clearly not competent enough to be president.
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Obamacare Repeal and Delay Becomes Obamacare Rescue
Republicans don’t want to be responsible for taking away people’s healthcare coverage.
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What It Means to Miss New Orleans (Updated)
Well, here’s one more result that isn’t surprising, but certainly disappointing, considering the implications: John N. Kennedy of Louisiana has prevailed in the final U.S. Senate contest of 2016, beating out Democrat Foster Campbell for the seat being vacated by David Vitter (R). Shortly after the polls closed, the Associated Press projected Kennedy the winner. […]
