August 5, 2014

'Empty' Prisons Dotting the USA

Why do they exist?  And why are there so many of them?

October 24, 2012

'Mom, go upstairs. We're all liberals.'

Ouch. Monday night was the first time I heard my daughter apply that label to herself. She and six friends/coworkers were about to watch the final Obama-Romney debate on the large-screen TV in our suburban basement.

March 25, 2009

Obama For America to teach 'getting paid to cause trouble'

Saturday's effort to obtain pledges is only a start. The Obama for America organization is building for the longer run.

March 18, 2009

The O Men commeth

An undercover visit to Obama's 'Organizing for America' website reveals that His mass following is reaching out for converts and money.

December 18, 2008

Chicago politics at the retail level

When I lived in Chicago, I joined a neighborhood association with the intent of meeting neighbors, and ended up meeting political sleaze.