It is assuredly true that there is fraud, waste, and abuse within government. It is also true that those things exist, in some degree, within any bureaucratic institution. That means they exist in private corporations, religious organizations, and indeed government. However, this does not justify the current actions of Trump, Musk (a non-elected and non-confirmed … Continue reading Fraud, Waste, and Abuse
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A Dangerous Bet
Perhaps all of this panic is for not. Perhaps the massive dismantling of institutions relied upon at some degree by most of us will actually work out. Perhaps folding the Department of Education along with the mass closing of public schools will somehow improve education in America. Perhaps cutting billions from Medicaid will actually fix … Continue reading A Dangerous Bet
Coalitions and Information
The democratic political system is about cooperation and compromise. Passing legislation and winning elections hinge on these two ideals. In order for any politician to gain the support needed to get elected their message needs to appeal to a wide array of people. These people need not agree on everything, but they do need to agree … Continue reading Coalitions and Information
Election, Connection, Compassion
It seems to me that everyone is ready to move on. We are all experiencing a level of fatigue that we are unfamiliar with. That rolling river of anxiety and tension that is a constantly running under the surface of our psyche has been rising to near unbearable levels. No matter who your preferred candidate … Continue reading Election, Connection, Compassion
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