Nothing captures the absurdity of the 2016 Presidential election like the WikiLeaks scandal. The so-called “freedom of information” website is releasing a series of purported emails from the chairman of Hillary Clinton’s campaign this month–and they include information you would expect: the Clinton campaign worked with the Democratic National Committee to torpedo Bernie Sanders’ campaign, Clinton…… READ MORE
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It’s Too Late Now
My lovely wife was really worked up about the Presidential election last night. She is exasperated that these are the only two people we have to choose from–and she is frustrated that regardless of who wins–we as a country end up losing. I told her that she should have been this fired up about politics…… READ MORE
We Peaked Too Early
Do you ever get the feeling that politically, the United States peaked too early? Is it possible that the greatest political minds and leaders vied for the Presidency shortly after the founding of the nation–and that we have seen a long litany of progressively worse and worse candidates seeking the position? Consider that in…… READ MORE
On the Long Way Down
Theories abound as to why the NFL is seeing a precipitous drop in ratings this season. Some blame the player protests during the National Anthem. Some think that it is due to the election and debates being scheduled on game days. Some believe it is backlash for Tom Brady’s suspension for Deflate-gate. And some point…… READ MORE
Begun the Clown War Has
Forget ISIS, hurricanes or Russian hackers, the greatest threat facing our nation today is creepy clowns. Across the country, people are reporting guys dressed up as scary clowns (yes, I realize that is being redundant, as all clowns are scary and creepy) stalking neighborhoods. Some clowns are trying to lure children into the woods with…… READ MORE
She’s Not Really a Follower
The main selling point that Hillary Clinton has been pushing for all of those young voters that supported President Obama in the past two elections has been that she will “continue his legacy” if they vote for her. And while polls show those young voters aren’t buying it, you really have to wonder if she…… READ MORE
The Death of the Classics
The Sunday edition of the St Paul Pioneer Press had a very interesting article on theater and opera companies struggling to find classic musicals and plays that they can present in these “modern times”. It’s not like South Pacific, The Taming of the Shrew or the works of Wagner are technically difficult to produce or…… READ MORE
The Voice of the Game
Before I head off for the Ryder Cup, I want to thank the legendary Vin Scully for an entire lifetime of sports memories. The Los Angeles Dodgers play-by-play man will call his final game this weekend–ending a 67-year career. I’m a San Francisco Giants fan–so I hate anything associated with the Dodgers–but I love Vin…… READ MORE
If That Guy Can Find a Mate….
I feel sorry for single people this week. The People Magazine report that Steven Avery is getting married really has to have them questioning their desirability–and if they will ever find love. Consider that a man found guilty by a jury of his peers beyond a reasonable doubt of kidnapping, raping, torturing, killing, dismembering and…… READ MORE
Long Live The King
As a lover of all things involving golf, it’s a tough day following the death of Arnold Palmer. Everything that is the sport today: TV coverage, corporate sponsorship, big money prizes and the Golf Channel can all be directly connected to Arnie. He was the sport’s first TV star. The cool persona, the muscular…… READ MORE
