An Epic Pandemic

The nation is divided on how to address this pandemic. I believe the difference in perspectives mirrors our dual-party political sentiments. On one hand, we have alarmists who act based on fear. Their anxiety propels them to enforce control over their surroundings, so that they can feel calm and safe, and in such, as a…

Obama Needs to Take Charge on Debt Reduction!

The Lonestar Weekly     February 26, 2013            SERVING TEXANS IN THE SENATE SINCE 2002 Presidents have traditionally understood that reform and results take leadership. Yet President Obama doesn’t seem to care. He prefers to play the blame game – giving speeches and knocking down straw men – rather than do something about our…

Abraham Lincoln & John F. Kennedy

TRUTH or FICTION? Have a history teacher explain this if they can. Abraham Lincoln was elected to Congress in 1846. John F. Kennedy was elected to Congress in 1946. Abraham Lincoln was elected President in 1860. John F. Kennedy was elected President in 1960. Both were particularly concerned with civil rights. Both wives lost a…

you just don’t understand why I’m so ANGRY!!!

I am not mad because of slavery I am not upset about separate water fountains or civil rights. I am not worried about white hoods burning crosses in my yard. I am mad that you follow me around stores because you think I am a thief. I am upset that you arm yourself against me…