The Monopoly-Go-Round
The JCPA is a good idea, but Congress must ensure it provides for local journalism not for more of the “Monopoly-Go-Round.” A July appeal on the front page … Read more
Jim Hightower’s Column
Political commentary column by Jim Hightower. Often serious, but Jim uses his trademark biting satire to make important points.
The Lie of Shareholder Hegemony
We Americans are facing an especially virulent, plutocratic version of this overbearing power. It’s called “shareholder hegemony.” Attention, class! Here’s our word of the day: “hegemony.” The word … Read more
The Virginia Model
In recent years, fake news articles have declared that critical race theory is ruining public education, thus spawning the “Virginia model.” One particularly noisy piece of the GOP’s … Read more
My Newspaper Died
Technically, my newspaper still appears, but even when it’s delivered it has no life, no news and barely a pulse. My newspaper died. Well, technically it still appears, … Read more
Assorted Nuts
“Assorted nuts” and Ted Cruz have become synonymous, as he always tops every list of goofy, right-wing political partisans. Let me say one word to you: Nuts. Now, … Read more
The Shame of Modern Corporate Management
Modern corporate management awards zero “productivity points” for thinking, conferring with colleagues, listening to customers, etc. For generations, workers have been punished by corporate bosses for watching the … Read more
Quiet Quitting: Confused?
“Quiet quitting” is defined as workers who don’t leave their jobs, but only do what they were hired to do. Imagine that! For more than a year, America’s … Read more
A Tear-Jerker About the Housing Saga of Some Rich Jerks
Warning: You might need an entire box of tissues to get through this sad saga of the rich, as it is a real tear-jerker. Let’s all gather ’round … Read more
Finding Reasons for Progressive Optimism
Progressive optimism and political reform don’t come by saying “pretty please” to the power structure. From corporate polluters to political bosses, power elites try to create a myth … Read more
Boney Fingers: Why Should Work Be Life-Sucking?
“Work your fingers to the bone — whadda ya get? Boney Fingers.” This 1960’s Hoyt Axton folk song mocking the vaunted virtue of working hard is being sung … Read more
