is to get elected."   WINSTON  CHURCHILL This is the essence of my political philosophy in a nutshell.  What public good will progressives have achieved if, at the end of the day, we fail to reach the goal of meaningful change for the … [Read more...]

in a recent speech Barney Frank summed up the difference between liberalism and democratic socialism this way :  " The opposite of pragmatism isn't idealism --- it's wishful thinking." BARNEY  FRANK I believe that best explains the … [Read more...]

but did not threaten our national security.  Just aired on 60 Minutes. But to those who believe it still disqualifies her to be President what else can one say on the subject ? Fred Rich LaRiccia … [Read more...]

As a lifelong student of history and liberalism I have never been a particular admirer of conservative Winston Churchill.  However, I came across a quote of his that made me laugh out loud in light of recent ad nauseam rants from the right … [Read more...]

petition in the House forcing that body to vote on its reauthorization. This was a stunning victory for American jobs passed with the leadership of Leader Pelosi, Minority Whip Hoyer, and Financial Services Ranking Member Waters against … [Read more...]

WOW !  House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy just said he is not the right man to be the face of the Republican Party.  He  announced at the Conference meeting that he didn't believe he could get 218 votes needed when the vote is taken on … [Read more...]

" I know her heart.  We need her leadership, not just here in America, but all over the world.  She is tireless in her advocacy for those who have been left out and left behind.  She is ready to be President on day one.  Hillary Clinton has … [Read more...]

Hillary Clinton today announced her opposition to the Trans Pacific Partnership deal citing concerns about Asian currency manipulation, pharmaceutical price gauging, labor and environmental issues. This leaves Joe Biden as the only … [Read more...]

nearly a half century ago, just two weeks before he was assassinated on June 6, 1968 during a speech in Roseburg, Oregon ---  the very site of the recent community college massacre.  How many more martyrs do people and this Congress need … [Read more...]

for his Benghazi email gaffe that exposed congressional Republican corruption and hypocrisy. I think President Clinton should appoint the inept, word salad next House Speaker McCarthy Ambassador to Hungria !  :) Fred Rich … [Read more...]