Category: political
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Donald Trump, the Republicans’ idea of a strong leader
Many Republican primary voters think Donald Trump is the strong leader we need at this point of our history (NYTimes, 12/11/15). Here I share my perspective on what makes a strong leader–and it ain’t the likes of Donald Trump.
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Republican debates: for love of a good fight
My daughter’s adolescence gave me two insights into human behavior: we love a good fight, and in our weakest moments we go on the offensive. Both truths were clearly demonstrated in Wednesday evening’s Republican debate.
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When religious belief conflicts with the law
Freedom of religion is not under attack. There have always been conflicts between religious values and what the government expects of its citizens. Like resisters of the past, Kim Davis must be willing to accept the consequences.
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Donald Trump, Archie Bunker in a suit
It’s easy for Trump and other politicians to play into our fears, to resurrect a demagoguery that blames immigrants, the other party, homosexuals, atheists. They would have us believe that their toughness can turn back the calendar, rid the country of threats to our sense of well being.
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A busy woman’s guide to being informed
The National Women’s Political Caucus invited me to write a guest blog. http://nwpcblog.blogspot.com/2015/04/a-busy-womans-guide-to-being-informed.html
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Hillary Clinton and the advent of email
Before ink erasers or white-out, thought had to accompany most written words. Email has brought a carelessness to our writing. How many of us would want the world to view our messages?
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If you don’t have time to…
Even if you haven’t had time to listen to candidates’ positions, here is an easy way to choose ones who share your values.
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If political advertising can’t be trusted—what to do
Most of us don’t have time to research each candidate’s positions in the 2014 election. I suggest two ways to keep voting from being overwhelming.
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2014 voting made easy (well, at least easier)
Casting an informed ballot in the 2014 election can seem daunting. Here are suggestions for making it easier. Your vote does matter.
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For those thinking it’s better not to vote at all than to cast an ignorant ballot
Instead of choosing between not voting or casting an ignorant ballot, consider a third possibility: Take some shortcuts to getting the information you need for making an informed vote.
Nancy Werking Poling 