Every December, many political commentators weigh in with their predictions for the upcoming year. I used to do the same, but took last year off because I figured that August’s solar eclipse would probably end life on our planet as we knew it, and I wasn’t in a masochistic enough… CONTINUE
Jimmy Kimmel: Critics Are Partially to Blame for Murders
In the wake of every horrific mass-shooting in this country, there is a predictable cycle of how Americans choose to respond. While we’re pretty united in mourning the loss of the victims, and offering our best thoughts (and prayers) to the families and the survivors who face a long battle… CONTINUE
Could Rick Perry Be a Viable Candidate in 2016?
Governor Rick Perry made some news earlier this week when he appeared on Jimmy Kimmel’s show (from Austin, Texas) and discussed the possibility of decriminalizing the use of marijuana in the Lone Star State. Listening to Perry, I thought he laid out a pretty decent, thoughtful argument for moving in… CONTINUE
And They Get To Vote
I guess this kind of stuff makes for good tv – people love to laugh. Well, it’s one thing to laugh at a comedian or at stupid animal tricks, but we’re talking about Americans who get to vote! If you’re unfamiliar with some of the names that were thrown out… CONTINUE
Why the Pop-Culture President Won’t Re-Energize the Youth Vote
I didn’t vote in the first two presidential elections that I was of age to participate in. Why not? Well, the truth is that I simply didn’t care. I didn’t think it really mattered which candidate won the presidency. To me, elections weren’t worth the time to stand in a… CONTINUE