Tag Archives: Nicolas Kristof

“Coach,” Gaza, Fox News, and Lowering Our Standards

Posted on August 19, 2025 by Arlen Grossman

As always, much to talk about. The first order of business on Halitics (a daily YouTube videocast) was to talk about an old friend, KC Lynch, who passed away a few days ago in his apartment. He was a pioneer … Continue reading →

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Four Weeks to Go!

Posted on October 7, 2024 by Arlen Grossman

On Halitics today, Hal Ginsberg insists on voting for Jill Stein, insisting we need to give up on the Republican and Democratic parties. I say no, insisting that any votes for Stein would hurt Harris, and therefore help Trump. This … Continue reading →

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Don’t Breathe and You’ll Be Fine

Posted on October 20, 2012 by Arlen Grossman

Here is a disturbing example of the appalling corruption and depravity of our political system.   Nicholas Kristof examines the way in which elected representatives are willing to appease  wealthy campaign contributors at the expense of their constituents’ health. In … Continue reading →

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