A report from the Congressional Research Service says "Federal statute defines domestic terrorism to include dangerous criminal acts intended to intimidate or coerce a civilian population or to influence or affect government policy or conduct within the jurisdiction of the United States."
Facts Matter
“Opposing Views”
Most of you have likely heard of the latest contretemps in Texas regarding "opposing views" to the Holocaust. Here is one response to consider. What opposing views are there? That it never happened, that it's fake. Except? Let's pretend that all the pictures, the survivor narratives, the Nazi records, well all of it wasn't there. … Continue reading “Opposing Views”
At War
Within the culture wars. Facts matter. I was once asked what one does with a legal studies degree. Well? I'm retired at 60. And I've learned how to engage in a war of words and lies. I can add truth. I posted this in a Melrose page. CRT: A PrimerSo I asked the question of … Continue reading At War
A Reminder
It's called "Operation Warp Speed", not "Operation Short Cut".#sciencematters#factsmatter#GetVaccinated
COVID19: Real Facts
The link below is to the best overview of COVID19 that I've seen. It covers what it is, how it spreads, why soap works, how testing is done, and why social distancing matters so much. It's from the Yale School of Medicine. Watching it may be the most important 8 minutes you'll spend today. Thank … Continue reading COVID19: Real Facts
When Will This End?
That is the enduring question in this time of the COVID19 pandemic. When will this end? As I've said in prior writings, I am not an epidemiologist, I am only someone who follows the data and extrapolates from the facts. As Dr. Fauci has replied, and I agree, the answer is "it depends". The part … Continue reading When Will This End?
“Joe Biden is My Friend”
"Joe Biden is my friend". I've heard that many, many times. I heard it at the last debate. "Joe Biden is my friend". Who said it? Bernie Sanders. And if Joe wins the nomination we'll see Bernie endorse him and that endorsement will include the words "Joe Biden is my friend". A quick note … Continue reading “Joe Biden is My Friend”