“Political Conflicts are about the rights of the minority
versus the rights of the majority”
― The Accidental Editor
Even With High 2022 Inflation, 14-year rate is One of The Lowest in 50-Years
Although Inflation was high in 2022, the average annual rate from 2009 through 2022 was one of the lowest in the last 50 years. How bad is it really and what caused it? Looking at the average rate of Inflation over this period, it has been at a normal healthy pace over the long run—and that includes the high rates in 2022. Learn more…
Ban Semi-Automatic Weapons Like the AR-15? No. License Them
If you want to own a machine gun—a fully automatic weapon—you can buy one, but you must qualify, since it is a Type II Firearm. But you can easily buy a semi-automatic like an AR-15 without any real restrictions, even though it is a very dangerous weapon, as is a machine gun. We need classify the AR-15s the same. Learn more…
Does Trump Really Believe He Won the Election?
Trump does not really believe he won the election; he knows he legitimately lost. So why is he so fervently fighting the loss?
To put it in simple terms: He doesn’t want to spend the rest of his life known as a loser. Read more…
Who Really Pays the Income Taxes in America?
Everyone, including the young child who buys candy and can’t even reach over the counter at the store. How can that be? Learn More…
“If we were all computerized robots,
the capitalist system would be a perfect fit.”
― The Accidental Editor
Why Trump Took Classified Documents & Wouldn’t Return Them
Why did Trump take classified documents that he knew were closely tracked to Mar-a-Lago and then take a year and a half to return them? It becomes obvious as you look into it. Read More…
Why We Must End the Two-Party System
The two-party system is the death-knoll of a healthy society. It creates the “us or them” mentality. We need more political parties to promote compromise — and this is how we build them. Learn more…
What Does Politically Correct Mean?
“During the pandemic, in some circles it was politically correct to wear a mask. And in some circles, it was politically correct to not wear a mask” – That should explain it clearly
What Does Defunding the Police Really Mean?
John Oliver describes the Police Situation in America in light of the protests for racial justice and use of the police – and what is really meant by “defunding the police.” Learn more…
Hornswaggled - How the Top 1% Fooled the People
The top one percent believe they are invaluable and irreplaceable—that they are the engine of the world and they make things happen, and without them, the rest of the world would be in trouble. Really? Read more…
Jon Stewart and Carlson Tucker on TV - Crossfire 2004
In October 2004, Jon Stewart was invited on Crossfire, a TV political show hosted by Paul Begala and Tucker Carlson. Jon Stewart made Carlson look like a fool. To this day Tucker has never been able to recover, and it shows on his own show.
What is fascism?
fascism n.
1. an authoritarian and nationalistic right-wing system of government and social organization. 2 (in general use) extreme right-wing, authoritarian, or intolerant views or practice.
— Oxford Essential Dictionary of the U.S. Military
Who Really Pays the Taxes in America?
Everyone, including the young child who buys candy and can’t even reach over the counter at the store. How can that be? Learn More…
What is the Definition of Socialism?
What does it mean when someone says “socialism?” Many can’t define it beyond saying it means “giving everything to everyone for free.” And when asked to explain that, they can’t. In other words, they just say it because they’ve heard others say it. Read more…
Know your rights in dealing with police
Know your rights in dealing with the police — on the street or in a traffic stop. There are nation-wide constitutional rights and differing state laws. Learn more…
Why do American Police Kill More People than in Europe?
Police in Europe kill by guns a tiny fraction of people per capita than in Europe. Why is that? Paul Hirschfield lays out 3 reasons: More guns in America; a lot less in-class training and…more…
Is There Really Wealth Inequality in America?
In 2018, households in the top fifth of earners (with incomes of $130,001 or more that year) brought in 52% of all U.S. income, more than the lower four-fifths combined. Read More…
“Political conflicts are about the rights of the minority vs. the rights of the majority“
“… the Founding Fathers gave the free press the protection it must have to fulfill its essential role in our democracy. The press was to serve the governed, not the governors. … Only a free and unrestrained press can effectively expose deception in government.”
– Supreme Court Justice Hugo Black, regarding New York Times Co. v United States, 1971
Who Really Pays the Taxes in America?
Everyone, including the young child who buys candy and can’t even reach over the counter at the store. How can that be? Learn More…
Why We Must End the Two-Party System
The two-party system is the death-knoll of a healthy society. It creates the “us or them” mentality. We need more political parties to promote compromise — and this is how we build them. Learn more…
“Politics begins when two or more people get together”“