Political propagandists will tell you the science on global warming is settled. However, 16 scientists felt the need to speak up for the growing segment of distinguished scientists who think it’s much to do about nothing. The scientists co-authored and signed an editorial for the Wall Street Journal that opens: A candidate for public office…
What an age we live in where we get to see such advancements proliferate and enhance the everyday lives of consumers. Most have already heard of smart homes, where devices and technology are linked together for a streamlined user experience. But how about a kitchen that does the hard work for you? Thanks to good…
According to authorities in Colorado, on the night of April 14, 2014, Richard Kirk took his pistol from his safe and shot his wife Kristine, instantly killing her. Sadly, domestic violence resulting in murder is nothing new, but the claims arising out of this case are unusual. Earlier on the night he allegedly killed his…
By Steve Birr The former head of security for the Transportation Security Administration is on paid administrative leave and will be reassigned, not fired, despite being replaced after repeated security failures. Deputy TSA administrator Darby LaJoye replaced Kelly Hoggan Monday as security chief, but did not fire him. Hoggan will reportedly be reassigned and is…
By Juliegrace Brufke GOP lawmakers said the nation’s welfare system is keeping Americans trapped in poverty during the Ways and Means Committee hearing on the welfare system in 10 years Tuesday. “The current system is a disjointed maze of more than 80 different programs that have been layered on top of one another with little regard for…
By JP Carroll President Barack Obama signed the Transnational Drug Trafficking Act of 2015 May 16 and not a whole lot of people took notice, with the exception of scared Colombian farmers. The new law makes it easier for the U.S. to extradite and prosecute just about anyone involved in the drug trade, which means coca…
By Mary Matalin After a considered review of the 2016 candidates’ philosophies and positions, I am proud to endorse Austin Petersen for the Libertarian Party nomination for President of the United States. Petersen has had a distinguished and dedicated career in advocacy for the principles upon which this unique country was founded and under which…
Once Latin America’s richest country, present-day Venezuela has reached such low points in its economic and social development that it is not out of the question to consider it a failed state at this juncture. Lurid imagery of soldiers stealing goats, citizens turning to vigilante justice, public hospitals lacking supplies, and long lines to get…
When statist hypocrites such as Debbie Wasserman Schultz claim “violence and intimidation” are unacceptable and should be “unequivocally condemned,” they should be reminded of the violent crux upon which government operates. by Joey Clark The outbursts of violence at political events across the nation this election cycle—whether the several incidents at Donald Trump rallies or…
By Steve Birr The prospect of District statehood is “literally” giving city officials “chills.” The effort boasts diverse supporters including presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton, but decades of bureaucratic mismanagement and the ceaseless specter of political corruption leaves doubt over whether D.C. is ready to govern itself as a state. “As president, I will be a vocal champion for D.C….