The Ryan-Romney Flim-flam Ticket
Let’s talk Ryan-Romney budget! Yes, the wonky wonderland of the federal budget, with page after page of numbers — what fun, eh? No. Most people would prefer a … 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.
Black Liquor Moonshine
Question: If you mix a cocktail of “black liquor,” biofuels, diesel and a generous splash of tax subsidies — then have it shaken vigorously by a U.S. senator … Read more
The People’s Choice! Only, Not Really
If you thought right-wing politicos couldn’t get any goofier, take a peek at Texas on “Cruz Control” — where the “people’s choice” is an illusion. Ted Cruz is … Read more
A Wall Street Devil Gets Religion … and an Apt Epitaph
Hallelujah and Holy Smokes! Wall Street has had a “come to Jesus” moment — the biggest sinner on the Street has repented! He is Sandy Weill, the once-lionized … Read more
Protecting Political Insiders from Our First Amendment
Ah, it’s almost August — time for another quadrennial flowering of America’s glorious democratic process, otherwise known as the presidential nominating conventions! This grand testimonial of our citizens’ … Read more
Let’s Consider the GOP’s Health Care Plan
It’s easy to deride ideas, but how about coming up with a real alternative health care plan? Here’s some useful advice from an old country saying: Never try … Read more
Beware of the Tomato Tamperers
Some people are too smart for your own good. Food geneticists, for example. These technicians have the smarts to tinker with the inner workings of Momma Nature’s own … Read more
Supreme Court’s Plutocratic Political Hacks Rule Against the People in Montana
“Two wrongs don’t make a right,” as my old Texas momma used to instruct my brothers and me. But apparently, five of the justices on our Supreme Court … Read more
Hey Congress, What About the ‘Doug Jones Average’?
To report on how our economy is doing, media outlets and Congress keep a constant eye on the Dow Jones Average. But they’re like cats watching the wrong … Read more
Super PACs and Secret Money Destroying America’s Democracy
Leave it to Bill Moyers, one of America’s most useful citizens, to sum up our country’s present political plight regarding elections and Super PACs in a succinct metaphor: … Read more
