The 1950 conviction of Alger Hiss for perjury in denying that he was a Communist spy was a seminal event in American politics. It is difficult to name any other trial that had such a widespread effect on American politics, even including the … [Read more...] about The Alger Hiss Fallout on Politics
Why Was Voter Turnout So Low?
Less than half of eligible voters cast their ballots on November 5. Voter turnout hasn't been that low since 1924. Should we blame the American people for not doing their civic duty, or the media for not giving adequate coverage to stimulate us … [Read more...] about Why Was Voter Turnout So Low?
Let’s Define Terms When We Debate Education
In the second presidential television debate, Bob Dole said he supports "school choice," by which he clearly meant tax-financed vouchers to allow students to go to private (and probably religious) schools. Bill Clinton responded that … [Read more...] about Let’s Define Terms When We Debate Education
Does Character Count?
In the last weeks of the presidential campaign, Bob Dole keeps asking, why isn't there any "outrage" about Bill Clinton's ethical lapses and personal immorality? Good question. Even the news media are commenting, why don't the voters react to the … [Read more...] about Does Character Count?
The Presidential Debate We Didn’t Have
The presidential campaign has generated a lot of talk about moving America into the 21st century. But neither candidate addressed the fundamental issue: Will average Americans then enjoy a higher or a lower standard of living? … [Read more...] about The Presidential Debate We Didn’t Have
Drawing The Line Between Legal and Illegal
Most people don't have any problem telling the difference between legal and illegal drugs. Why is it that public school administrators can't figure out where to draw the line? The recent incidents of schoolgirls being suspended … [Read more...] about Drawing The Line Between Legal and Illegal
Clinton’s Empty Boast About Our Safety From Missiles
In the first Clinton-Dole debate, Bob Dole let Bill Clinton get by with his boast that "no nuclear missiles are pointed at U.S. children." Dole could have retorted that a Russian general recently told CBS's 60 Minutes that he could … [Read more...] about Clinton’s Empty Boast About Our Safety From Missiles
Americans Are Suckers For Ponzi Schemes
The government has filed an 82-count indictment, carrying penalties of 907 years in prison and a $28 million fine, against the man who allegedly cheated donors to the Foundation for New Era Philanthropy out of $115 million. The difference … [Read more...] about Americans Are Suckers For Ponzi Schemes
The Feminist Agenda Is Rolling Right Along
Did you think that those United Nations Conferences held in Cairo, Beijing and Istanbul were just consciousness-raising sessions where the feminists in the Clinton Administration could commiserate with females from 189 countries about … [Read more...] about The Feminist Agenda Is Rolling Right Along
Poll Shows Schools Are Our #1 Worry
The Washington Post just conducted a public opinion poll to find out what are the top "worries" of Americans. The results are informative and useful to policymakers, officeholders, candidates, and the media. The results are … [Read more...] about Poll Shows Schools Are Our #1 Worry
