Tag Archives: Republican Party

WHY AMERICAN ELECTIONS ARE A SHAM

Posted on September 1, 2023 by Arlen Grossman

By Arlen Grossman / DailyKos.com/ September 1, 2023 Also published at OpEdNews.com September 3                  We are a democracy, and we prove it with periodic elections, including presidential elections every four years. At least, that’s what we’re told. But every … Continue reading →

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Creeping Authoritarianism

Posted on February 13, 2023 by Arlen Grossman

Creeping authoritarianism….Russia, Hungary, Poland and other authoritarian-type governments are taking control of media, the judiciary, and other institutions that threaten their autocracy. Could it happen here? Think of Gov. DeSantis of Florida trying to take over the educational system in … Continue reading →

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DEMOCRATIC PARTY UNPOPULAR

Posted on March 11, 2017 by Arlen Grossman

The Democratic Party seems to have no earthly idea why it is so damn unpopular  By Shaun King/ NY Daily News/ March 9, 2017 Hillary Clinton is just slightly more unfavorable than her own party, according to a poll. SHAUN … Continue reading →

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Bernie Sanders: The Cost of Hypercapitalism

Posted on October 20, 2013 by Arlen Grossman

by Jonathan Tasini/ Playboy/ October 17, 2013 At a time when politicians—particularly members of Congress—are almost universally reviled and blind partisanship seems to dictate the fate of every piece of legislation, one U.S. senator stands out as a unique voice. Bernie … Continue reading →

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Cynical and Suspicious Observers

Posted on September 9, 2011 by Arlen Grossman

A cynical and suspicious observer might question the veracity and timing of the latest “credible but unconfirmed” terrorist threat.  These terrorist threats emerge periodically,  jacking up fear levels, although they never seem to pan out. True, a terrorist attack is always … Continue reading →

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