The Harris-Walz campaign has been vibe-a-licious and content-free; its positions on domestic and foreign policy have (with apologies to Hollywood) essentially consisted of open defiance of any presidential campaign norms: “Policy? We ain’t got no policy. We don’t need no policy. We don’t have to show you any stinkin’ policy.” But the campaign’s policy on… Continue reading Kamaflage: The Harris Policy Dump
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The Harris Campaign’s Facade of Freedom
Ever since Kamala Harris took the Democratic nomination away from Joe Biden, the Democratic messaging shifted gears from “protecting democracy” to promoting “freedom.” This was especially true as Democrats unveiled an ad titled “Freedom” at the Democratic National Convention coupled with one of Harris’ go-to stump speeches where she proudly proclaims, “We chose freedom.” As an immigrant,… Continue reading The Harris Campaign’s Facade of Freedom
UCLA Failed Jewish Students Like Me
When I chose to attend UCLA, I never thought I’d be segregated from my peers for being a Jew. Nor did I suspect that my school’s administration would encourage and support antisemitic harassment, intimidation, and assault. This year, both nightmares became a reality for me and hundreds of Jews at UCLA. But following a federal… Continue reading UCLA Failed Jewish Students Like Me
To Sleep, Perchance Not Very Well, by Taking Melatonin
Americans are spending more money on melatonin than they ever have, while at the same time, a growing percentage of adults, 37%, complain that they’re getting worse sleep. Experts have a simple explanation for the mismatch, and it’s bad news for the 67 million Americans, or about 27% of adults, who use the supplement: While taking it… Continue reading To Sleep, Perchance Not Very Well, by Taking Melatonin
The Five-year Anniversary of Corporate Wokeness Should Be Mourned, Not Celebrated
Activists are covertly pushing political agendas by radicalizing concepts and ideas that were once benign parts of everyday life. Five years ago this month, such activists successfully changed the stated mission and purpose of certain companies, including some of the largest economic drivers in the United States, using criteria rooted in politics instead of business.… Continue reading The Five-year Anniversary of Corporate Wokeness Should Be Mourned, Not Celebrated
Book Review: Jeff Pearlman’s Very Entertaining ‘Showtime’
The “Showtime” Los Angeles Lakers of the 1980s always seemed so happy. This was particularly bothersome to me as a Boston Celtics fan growing up in the Los Angeles area. It seemed the Lakers of that era were more than good. They were harmonious. How else to run fast breaks that had such orchestral qualities?… Continue reading Book Review: Jeff Pearlman’s Very Entertaining ‘Showtime’
New Graduate Course: Information As A Domain of War
I am pleased to announce that I will be teaching “Information As A Domain of War” on line for the Institute of World Politics: I am pleased to announce that I will be teaching: his fall, Prof. Lawrence D. Dietz, COL (R), USAR will teach a new online course on Information as a Domain of War.… Continue reading New Graduate Course: Information As A Domain of War
The Sad Lesson of School Sex Abuse: It’s Pass the Trash, Not Catch the Trash (Part 3 of a Series)
Third in a seriesPart 1: Forbidden Fruit and the ClassroomPart 2: You the Taxpayer Are on the HookRelated: A Sex-Abuse Suspect Ensnared by His Alleged Victim By James Varney, RealClearInvestigationsAugust 28, 2024 To outward appearances, Michael Allen was a revered high school coach in the tiny community of Little Axe, Oklahoma — a caring, charismatic… Continue reading The Sad Lesson of School Sex Abuse: It’s Pass the Trash, Not Catch the Trash (Part 3 of a Series)
Underreported Polling Suggests Trump Is Poised to Win PA
If past is prologue, Donald Trump will win Pennsylvania. Eight years ago this week, Hillary Clinton led in Pennsylvania by more than nine points; four years ago, Joe Biden led by nearly six points. Clinton lost Pennsylvania by less than a point, while Biden won it by more than a point. Heading into the Democratic… Continue reading Underreported Polling Suggests Trump Is Poised to Win PA
The Confidence Man in American Politics
Former Congressman George Santos pled guilty to wire fraud and aggravated identity theft on Monday in Federal District Court in New York to avoid his trial scheduled for next month. He faced 23 counts, including multiple charges of wire fraud, money laundering, and making materially false statements. Santos has repeatedly lied about his past, claiming… Continue reading The Confidence Man in American Politics