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    Christian Nationalism: Grave threat to America

    Our Forefathers made it clear in the U.S. Constitution that religion and government should be separated. They never intended that America should be a Christian nation. The radical GOP right wing is currently misleading citizens about this issue. We need to reject any attempt at the foolishness...
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    Republican lawmakers advance bill to reduce Iowa income taxes by $1 billion

    Unfortunately, this cut in taxes with continue the decline in public schools funding, as well as health care. You will also see reduced funds for state roads, bridges, parks. and water quality. This is a shortsighted and misguided effort to gain votes for GOP in state elections.
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    Have you been called for Jury Duty?

    Once I was issued a subpoena to appear at a court hearing at our county courthouse. I was to testify that I did not give permission to two teenagers to break into our office building. They stole about $1000 worth of equipment plus damage to broken windows to enter the place. Bottom Line: I...
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    Why do people consider Caitlin Clark a role model

    Tonight at the WNBA Draft, Caitlin Clark said that she is happy to inspire young girls and boys to reach their dreams. In 2nd grade she wrote that someday she wanted to play in the WNBA. Through hard work and dedication she made it. Bottom Line: She is a humble gal who is a role model because...
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    Did someone mention camels?

    In the 1950's the three best selling cigarettes were: 1. Camel 2. Lucky Strike 3. Chesterfield Bottom Line: America was more innocent about the dangers of smoking cigarettes in the 1950's.
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    PMac to Butler.

    Hope that Patrick has a stress free season and enjoys himself playing basketball outside of the fish bowl of Iowa City. His health problems have been a hinderance to his time on the court. Best Wishes to Patrick.
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    True scale of US retail bloodbath revealed: How a 5,500 shops have closed in just one year... Under Bidenomics

    Walgreens closed 505 stores, yet still has 8,800 stores. CVS closed 279 stores, yet still has 7,501 stores Both of these stores operate pharmacies where people get their drug prescriptions filled. This does not compete with Amazon and their online business. Walgreens & CVS are simply dealing...
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    Moscow Marge

    Donald Trump brags that Moscow Marge is his good friend. Basically, she takes her orders from him and that will not change. Trump has many puppets in the current U.S. House of Representatives and that is why it is in chaos. Those GOP who dislike Trump are slowly leaving, resigning or not going...
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    Libraries

    Our suburban public library in Illinois has become a magnet for women's activities during the daytime hours. They have yoga classes, book club meetings, cooking classes, etc. These young suburban stay at home moms do more than meet at Panera's for social outings.
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    A Trump raising money off election lies? Now we’ve seen everything.

    Donald Trump is a disgrace to his race.....the human race. His lies about fraud in the 2020 election has simply been a way to raise money. Lara Trump as Chairman of the RNC is conning donors with this lie about 2020 to gain money for 2024. It is sad to see people sucked in by this big lie.
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    Ohtani to Dodgers for 700 million

    MLB says they have conducted a quick investigation and found that Ohtani was a victim of multi-million dollars stolen from him. Perhaps MLB does not want to find out that Ohtani was somehow involved in gambling and lose their biggest Super Star in MLB. Bottom Line: If Ohtani did not know his...
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    Biden plans to expand two national monuments in California

    For those keeping score at home, the San Gabriel Mountains are only 40 miles away from Pasadena and the Rose Bowl Stadium. I have been to the Rose Bowl and saw Chuck Long and the Hawkeyes in the 1986 Rose Bowl. This is as close as I got to the San Gabriel Mts.
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    John Calipari to Arkansas

    John Calipari is 65 years old. He has more miles behind him, than he does ahead of him. He should just ride into the sunset. His ability to recruit one and done players is no longer the key to National Championships. Thanks for the Memories, John.
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    Woody Allen: Most overrated?

    Woody Allen was an insecure, homely, nerd who tried to be nonchalant about life itself. His private life was really unsavory and polluted. He belongs in the Hall of Shame.
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    Karl Rove goes nuclear on Trump (and gives Biden campaign advice)

    Karl Rove is correct to attack Trump for his desire to pardon those who have been convicted of insurrection for January 6 and their attack on the Capital Building and its people Donald Trump is toxic to American democracy. Most of the officials in his prior administration refuse to endorse him...
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    U.S. policy toward Israel will change unless it heeds Biden on Gaza aid and civilian protections, Blinken suggests

    Ben Netanyahu should not believe that the United States is giving him a blank check to do what ever he wants in Gaza He is pressing his luck and should stop killing innocent civilians. Netanyahu needs to be held accountable and have more respect for human life.
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    Governor proclaims ‘University of Iowa Women’s Wrestling Day’ after meeting champions

    Women's Collegiate Sports is going mainstream in America. It is exciting for the Iowa Hawkeyes to be a part of it on the wrestling mat. In their first year they hit the jackpot to win the national championship. Congrats to them.
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    FINALLY, others in Iowa are lambasting Davenport's outrageously terrible leadership!

    According to the 2020 U.S. Census, Davenport (101,724) and Peoria, Illinois (113,150) have about the same population. Peoria has a City Manager type government. The current City Manager Patrick Urich has served since 2011 and his current salary is $230,000. He has a Bachelor's degree in...
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    Caitlin Clark is the gif t that keeps on giving

    Caitlin Clark is a Super Star who has the ability to hit those 3 pointers like she did last night She made 9 out of 20 attempts for 27 points Then you add to that total her 2 pointers and free throws for a game total 41 points. She is must see TV and America knows it. Her talent is exciting...
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    Historic turning points where the country was never the same...

    One of the pivotal points of the 20th century in America was the Stock Market Crash of 1929. It ushered in the Great Depression of the 1930's. Many families never recovered. On April 15, 1947, Jackie Robinson of the Brooklyn Dodgers broke the "color barrier" of MLB. This opened the door for...
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