In November 2017 at Wilfrid Laurier University in Canada, Teaching Assistant Lindsay Shepherd had allowed a discussion in her classroom about gender pronouns and she showed a 3-minute public television TVOntario debate on the topic. In a meeting with three of her superiors, Shepherd was brought to tears and reprimanded for having allowed the discussion. She was… Continue reading ACQUITTED: Lindsay Shepherd Found Not Guilty of Being a Conservative
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Sholom Mordechai Rubashkin – Released from Prison
On Thursday, 29 April 2010, I testified in Federal Court as a witness in the case of the United States v. Rubashkin. When I say I was a witness, I hadn’t witnessed a crime. I had witnessed the absence of a crime. That’s what I was in court to testify about. The case against Rubashkin had… Continue reading Sholom Mordechai Rubashkin – Released from Prison
City Council Election – Iowa City – 2017
We often refer to elections as a choice between the lesser of two evils. In national elections, sometimes it seems like the most likable and qualified candidates drop out early, while the most ruthless and well funded rise to the top. Local elections are different, and in Iowa City, we’re often given the opportunity to… Continue reading City Council Election – Iowa City – 2017
We’re Draining the Wrong End of the Swamp
It’s disappointing to see that some of the best people in politics are often marginalized, bullied, personally attacked, and in other ways deterred from continuing in public service. Moderates and those working across the isle are often criticized by extremists in their respective parties. Innovative reformists and those willing to express concern or criticism about… Continue reading We’re Draining the Wrong End of the Swamp
Melissa McCarthy – Sean Spicer Press Conference (Videos)
Sean Spicer Press Conference (Melissa McCarthy) – SNL – 5 Feb 2017 White House press secretary Sean Spicer (Melissa McCarthy) and secretary of education nominee Betsy DeVos (Kate McKinnon) take questions from the press (Bobby Moynihan, Kristen Stewart, Cecily Strong, Vanessa Bayer, Alex Moffat, Mikey Day). Sean Spicer Press Conference Cold Open (Melissa McCarthy) –… Continue reading Melissa McCarthy – Sean Spicer Press Conference (Videos)
Reflections on The Donald Trump Jr. Treason and Russian Collusion Story
On 19 July 2017, Al Gore warned against accusing Donald Trump Jr. of treason prior to an investigation into the matter. However, some are calling for the arrest and prosecution of Donald Trump Jr., who is said to have willfully engaged in a treasonous act against our country by colluding with the Russians in an attempt… Continue reading Reflections on The Donald Trump Jr. Treason and Russian Collusion Story
“Lions” by Skip Marley (Music Video)
Below is the music video “Lions” originally posted to YouTube on 23 Feb 2017 by Jamaican musician and activist Skip Marley – grandson of Bob Marley. The video has had about 750,000 views with the lyrics version at 1.6 million views. The song and video depict a revolutionary uprising by citizens overthrowing a tyrannical leader. It is supposed to be… Continue reading “Lions” by Skip Marley (Music Video)
The Power of Art – George W. Bush Talks Painting and Life (Video)
About Off-road bicyclist, painter, and 43rd President of the United States, George W. Bush talks about the life changing power of art: “I’m more centered and sensitive.” Originally posted to YouTube on 31 Mar 2017. Video Press play to watch the video below.
Bernie Sanders Visits West Virginia Coal Mining Country – MSNBC Town Hall Event – 13 Mar 2017
In this MSNBC town hall event from 13 Mar 2017, Bernie Sanders visits West Virginia coal mining country to talk with local residents about their hopes and concerns. Excessive use of prescription opioids is concern for many. As an example, three big U.S. pharmaceutical companies have been selling 4.1 million opioid pills per year into the town… Continue reading Bernie Sanders Visits West Virginia Coal Mining Country – MSNBC Town Hall Event – 13 Mar 2017
Straight Outta Compton – George W. Bush Talks With Jimmy Kimmel – Video – 4 March 2017
Jimmy Kimmel talks with George W. Bush discussing a variety of topics, including the period when Bush was growing up in Compton, California. (Posted to YouTube on 4 March 2017) Video
Ellen DeGeneres Talks With George W Bush (2 March 2017)
President Bush joined Ellen in person for the first time, telling her his thoughts on the media, and a one-of-a-kind story about his dog’s interaction with Vladimir Putin. Video Press play to watch the video.
“I consider the media to be indispensable to democracy.” ~ George W. Bush, 27 Feb 2017
Introduction In the Today show video interview below with Matt Lauer from 27 Feb 2017, George W. Bush talks about the free press, immigration ban, the Iraq war, Islam, and freedom of religious expression. In Part 2 of the video, at about the 5 minute mark, there is an interview with George W. Bush and some injured… Continue reading “I consider the media to be indispensable to democracy.” ~ George W. Bush, 27 Feb 2017