Key Point. When you’re kin to the most powerful Speaker of the House ever, and favored, and beholden to her, you can count on her to pull strings for you. You’ll be sure repay the favor for the dynasty she and her consort have founded. It does not matter if your ability to govern a… Continue reading We Have Some Old Issues and Then New Some Issues Too

Running in Politics – Away from Your Record – Really FAST

Summary. When you’re looking to raise yourself from governor to Presidential candidate, do anything you can to get noticed. Also be really good at hiding; learn from your elders. Strut your finger-hung coat and steal Joe’s thunder around the White House while he’s away Project a wall on the border of your state even if… Continue reading Running in Politics – Away from Your Record – Really FAST

Sliding into the Rainy Season: Is This Global Warming?

Hillsides, Foothills, Canyons, Mountains, and Sand Do you expect all these land formations to stay as they are forever? Ever hear of erosion? Have you ever visited or seen a picture of the Grand Canyon? Damn large, damn long, damn wide, damn deep. You know how long it took the Colorado River to carve the… Continue reading Sliding into the Rainy Season: Is This Global Warming?

Fake Housing Crisis

In California, there is not a “housing crisis” despite politicians’ statements indicating more housing is drastically needed. The programs set in place, and future programs to deal with this situation are unnecessary and an unneeded epense and regulatory burden on local housing authorities. Surprisingly, state politicians are ignoring significant factors such as drastic water shortages… Continue reading Fake Housing Crisis