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Will the Federal Reserve continue to battle virulent inflation by aggressively raising interest rates in September?  Markets around the world scrutinized Chairman Powell’s recent remarks to shed light on that critical question. To gain more conclusive insight, consider the following quotes taken directly from his speech: “Yes, yes, yes.” “No, no, no.” “Yes, yes.” “No, no.” “Maybe, maybe not.” Careful

Republicans may well rue the day they refused to consider President Obama’s 2016 appointment of Merrick Garland to fill the Supreme Court seat vacated by Justice Antonin Scalia’s death. You will recall the 2016 decision by Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell to block Garland’s appointment.  That move sparked outrage among Democrats and liberals across the country. Clever political maneuvering by

Before spending time and money on any major undertaking, most successful businesses employ what is known as a “cost benefit analysis.” What would have happened if the U S House of Representatives had followed that practice before authorizing (on July 1st, 2021) what is now popularly known as the January 6th Hearings? Hold on, Hannity (and other right-wing pundits).  Not

Elections are expensive.  Politicians are forever challenged to come up with new ways to raise money. Senator Josh Hawley’s latest fundraiser will be a 10K race called the “Josh Hawley Run From The Insurrectionists Race.” Run Josh, run.

All men are pigs. Ralphie is a card-carrying male chauvinist pig.  This honor was confirmed a couple of days ago during his regular morning walk with Jumbo, his happy-go-lucky Jack Russell terrier. Rounding the corner on their way to the park, two attractive women crossed in front of them.  One of them smiled and said, “Oh, isn’t he cute.” Ralphie

The Senate Select Committee’s hearings into the January 6th attack on our nation’s capital have certainly provided dramatic theater for national newscasters.  Carefully choreographed and artfully presented, the live coverage has shown the chaos and terror that exploded on that fateful day. Much drama, for sure.  But have you taken the time to ask yourself what had been the purpose

Riveting ! Pulse pounding drama !!  Must see TV ! Will One Man succeed in thwarting the will of the American People?  Or will the Courageous Committee Chairman, with his band of Passionate Patriots, block his evil machinations? Watch as this drama unfolds.  Hold your breath as each malevolent move is revealed.  Will Democracy survive or will we sink into

Did you hear the news?  On May 17th, Congress held hearings to discuss what they called Unidentified Aerial Phenomena, what we call UFOs. Traditionally, congressional hearings have been held to accomplish the following: (1) to gather information relating to pending legislation; (2) to prepare for legislation that may occur in the future; and (3) to oversee existing federal programs. The

It is the hot news story of the day.  Questions abound.  Someone in the Supreme Court leaked information indicating that Roe vs. Wade, the 1973 landmark decision affirming a women’s right to choose to have an abortion, might be overturned.  Who leaked this information? (As and aside, my doctor noted that at my age – 78 – I should expect

Have you heard?  Democracy is in peril.  The very future of our country is at risk.  Our children and grandchildren are facing a desperate future.  How could this be? It all comes down to November’s midterm elections.  Radical Trump supporters, the same ones that mounted the January insurrection to overthrow our government, are poised to regain control of both houses

Pity the poor politician.  Every day he is forced to walk a fine line between competing positions.  Every day he is forced to “dance the dance.”  Consider the following example. You are the Honorable Senator from the hypothetical state called Boomwana.  Your state is home to one of the nation’s most important defense contractors.  Because of your success in securing