TV Watch: Brotherhood

The bad boys of Boston are back for a second season on the Showtime cable network. 'Brotherhood' is all about Irish-American family life, politics, and organized crime, and is set in the modern day in Boston, Mass. It is the story of two brothers, Tommy and Michael Caffee, one supposedly a 'good guy' and one … Continue reading TV Watch: Brotherhood

An American mandate for change

The American people sent a clear message at the polls that they indeed were ready for major change   "Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future." - John F. Kennedy The American people went to their respective polling places yesterday … Continue reading An American mandate for change

Importance of the Electoral College

While many Americans do not understand it fully, the Electoral College is vital to our republic   One of the most important institutions in America is also one of the least understood. I am talking about the Electoral College, the select group of voters who actually determine the winner in Presidential elections such as those … Continue reading Importance of the Electoral College

2008 Election Eve

Should McCain (L) lose, Romney (R) needs to begin stepping up on the national stage for the GOP   Well, it's finally here: Election Eve. Just one more night of these incessant commercials that end or begin with: "I'm _______ (insert politician name), and I approve this message." The majority of the opinion polls are … Continue reading 2008 Election Eve

Thank you, Philadelphia Phillies !

Pat Burrell leads the Phillies victory parade down Broad Street towards Citizens Bank Park on Halloween   This blog of mine has taken a break from talking about politics, religion, and culture for over a week now while my beloved Philadelphia Phillies were playing in and winning the World Series. Now, the victory parade is … Continue reading Thank you, Philadelphia Phillies !