Populist Trump: Great Appeal, No Agenda Many voters like his style. But America needs a real national leader WASHINGTON – Donald Trump’s unexpected popularity is largely the result of the unappealing mediocrity of the rest of the...
Trump’s Strategy – Not So Crazy Donald Trump is not playing to win the elections. However, he is establishing himself as a radical national leader WASHINGTON – Republican presidential contender Donald Trump has provided more details about his immigration reform plan that could be...
The Appeal Of Easy Fixes Despondent Americans eager to listen to demagogues WASHINGTON – There is great appeal in fundamental beliefs that can be summarized in short sentences. The problem is...
Republicans Love Donald Trump? Americans like the unconventional outsider, up to a point WASHINGTON – Both the Republicans and the Democrats have to deal with an odd character as would be president. The...
The Republicans Must Articulate A Message Of Growth And Expanded Opportunity Improve public education. Give tools, not endless subsidies, to the poor WASHINGTON – I just read a long and detailed analysis written by a well-known conservative political commentator. The focus...
The Guardian: “America Is Still A Racist Nation” – Really? In fact, the actual news story is about 50 KKK members demonstrating in support of the Confederate Flag WASHINGTON – ‘”Still a racist nation’: American bigotry on full display at KKK rally in South Carolina”. This is...
US: Big Problems Require Long Term Solutions The political process mostly rewards quick fixes WASHINGTON – America is slowly getting into its political campaign mode. The 2016 presidential elections are getting closer; even though,...
Political Opinions Are Based On Bias and Emotions People support candidates and issues without any serious reflection. Media tend to reinforce bias WASHINGTON – The most stunning feature of Hillary Clinton’s vast popularity is that even her most loyal supporters are...
Seeking Justice in Baltimore Chief Prosector Marilyn Mosby indicted 6 police officers accused of killing or contributing to the death of Freddie Gray WASHINGTON – Freddie Gray was a 25 year old Baltimore small time drug dealer. He was just another member of...
Is Hillary Clinton An Ethical Politician? The allegations now coming out about improper behavior would not stand in court. But they are enough to damage her image WASHINGTON – So, there you are working hard as the globe-trotting US Secretary of State, talking to heads of...