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Radio Silence?
Trump’s assault on public radio and tv is his latest attempt to silence outlets that don’t sing backup to him.
Jul 16
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The Sound of Silence
The rest of the world will no longer be able to hear America’s voice, and silence like a cancer grows.
Jul 10
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Jeffrey Trimble
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June 2025
A Second Reading Assignment for the Trump Administration
Iran is not Iraq, and while history rarely repeats itself, it has lessons for Donald Trump and his team of unschooled sycophants and cult members.
Jun 19
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John Walcott
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Déjà vu all over again?
Those dreaming of regime change in Iran might want to recall what happened in Iraq. Here’s a reminder.
Jun 19
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John Walcott
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Sixth Graders Suspended for Spitballing
Dumpf and Muske both said they’re “just getting even” by calling each other names
Jun 6
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John Walcott
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May 2025
A Modest Prescription for the Best Medicine
“The comic and the tragic lie inseparably close, like light and shadow.” — Socrates
May 15
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John Walcott
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Looking Backward
Alexander Tockeville of the University of Auckland introduces his new book on the causes and casualties of America’s downfall
May 1
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John Walcott
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April 2025
Rest in Peace
Side-by-side: Pope Francis’ guide to life and President Trump’s Easter message
Apr 21
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John Walcott
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Lessons from Lexington and Concord
Donald Trump might be a greater threat to Americans’ liberty than King George III was 250 years ago.
Apr 16
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John Walcott
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Not the Last Goodbye
Sometimes the only alternative to madness is an attempt at humor, with apologies to those too young to remember Omega House.
Apr 3
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John Walcott
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A Tough Choice
If Iran doesn’t agree to negotiate with Trump, will he choose America First isolationism or a MAGA show of American muscle?
Apr 2
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John Walcott
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March 2025
Things Are Rotten in the State of Denmark
It’s finally payback time for nasty nations that have dealt unfairly with America!
Mar 30
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John Walcott
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