Category Archives: politics

Who can win?

Posted on 2020-02-28 by David

For the second time today I need to get something published before an approaching deadline. This time it is my take on the chances that the various Democratic candidates have of getting the nomination. I want to make sure that … Continue reading →

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2020 Candidates Ranked

Posted on 2020-02-27 by David

I’ve been meaning to share my take on the 2020 candidates for some time now. It would be a water not to do so before Super Tuesday so I’ve put it off as long as possible already. At this point … Continue reading →

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The pundits who cry wolf

Posted on 2016-11-02 by David

We should all know what it means to “cry wolf” and while pundits across the political spectrum are prone to dong so, those on the liberal end of the spectrum should be kicking themselves right about now that because of … Continue reading →

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Choosing a Third Party Candidate

Posted on 2016-10-12 by David

If you are choosing a Third Party candidate to vote for, choose one who demonstrates the traits of a decent president. This year, choose Evan McMullin. Continue reading →

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A Time for Contrition

Posted on 2016-10-11 by David

Half an apology from a man who publicly declares a policy of no remorse in his life proves that he doesn’t understand the power of words and should not be entrusted with such a position of influence as he is seeking.

If he is “our best option” in the election then our society has bigger problems than who is sitting on the Supreme Court. Continue reading →

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Real solutions require internal change

Posted on 2016-01-29 by David

Donald Trump says he wants to “make America great again” but he proposes to do it in all the wrong ways. If we were willing to solve our actual problems rather than blaming them on others he would have no appeal as a candidate. Continue reading →

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Carly Fiorina

Posted on 2015-10-13 by David

If the question before me were “should Carly Fiorina be our next President?” the answer would have to be I really don’t know yet. Continue reading →

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John Kasich

Posted on 2015-10-12 by David

I anticipated a decent amount of political experience but was surprised to find even more political experience than expected. Even when we need a change of course experience is a valuable commodity. Continue reading →

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Lawrence Lessig

Posted on 2015-10-09 by David

I wanted Lawrence Lessig to be a viable candidate but I can’t let hope override the facts. Continue reading →

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Ted Cruz

Posted on 2015-10-08 by David

Ted’s values centered approach and his open “judge me based on my past actions” attitude make him a candidate deserving of consideration. Continue reading →

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