In my last post, I laid out some criteria I have for my own beliefs. I want to call out one of those today. I mentioned that beliefs have to be morally sound. Though I mentioned this one last, I think it’s of primary importance, especially for the Progressive Movement. In the worlds of politics […]
“To see what is in front of one’s nose needs a constant struggle.” – George Orwell I see this quote used so often that it strikes me as cliché to lead off this post with it, but sometimes, to use another cliché, the shoe just fits. One of my goals for this blog is be […]
As a general rule, I try not to track punditry as it relates to political contests. It strikes me that a lot of what’s said following the results of something like, oh, let’s say the Iowa caucuses, proves to be spectacularly overblown if not just outright false. I understand why they write and/or broadcast it. […]
A research day for me today, and this weekend I can’t promise a post, so back Monday. Have a great weekend!
Yesterday I talked about how California gets lots of attention in the national media – and certainly from itself. Much of this attention is based on its sheer scale. It is a very big state – geographically, population, economy, etc. But I think it’s time the Great Lakes region got some attention. You see, I’ve […]
Another quick post today. The blogger digby had a great post a few days ago. It goes a long way toward articulating the frustrations that have led me to start speaking out and start this blog.
Bill Poorman 