Tag Archives: Donald Trump

How We Got Here. Where We’re Going.

Posted on January 19, 2021 by Tom Garrett

“[A] system of free speech confers countless benefits on people who do not much care about exercising that right. Consider the fact that, in the history of the world, no society with democratic elections and free speech has ever experienced … Continue reading →

Posted in Commentary, Politics | Tagged Commentary, Coronavirus, COVID-19, Donald Trump, First Amendment, Free Speech, Joe Biden, Politics | 1 Comment

Best of 2020

Posted on December 30, 2020 by Tom Garrett

2020 wasn’t all bad. I have to say that this was a good year for me personally, demonstrating the value of baseline reclusiveness and living practically as a shut-in even before a pandemic hit. What seemed to many people to … Continue reading →

Posted in Commentary, Site Stuff | Tagged 2020, 2020 Election, Best Of, Commentary, Donald Trump, Free Speech, Joe Biden, Physical Media, Site Stuff, Washington Redskins, Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory | Leave a comment

The Worst Possible Outcome (OR: The Baby Hitler Hypothetical)

Posted on November 6, 2020 by Tom Garrett

A few days ago (which feels like weeks at this point), I made some predictions about Tuesday’s election, and I talked about the “two movies, one screen” phenomenon. That concept is the idea that two people / groups of people … Continue reading →

Posted in Commentary, General Culture and News, Politics | Tagged 2020, 2020 Election, Commentary, Congress, Donald Trump, Election, General Culture and News, Joe Biden, Kamala Harris, Mike Pence, Nancy Pelosi, Politics, Presidency, Presidential Election, Senate, White House | 2 Comments

Two Movies, One Screen

Posted on November 2, 2020 by Tom Garrett

The outcome of the 2020 election is obvious. President Trump has never led in the polls. What’s more, the deficit he faces is far larger than the one he faced in 2016. The quiet signs of trouble in key districts … Continue reading →

Posted in Commentary, General Culture and News, Politics | Tagged 2020, 2020 Election, Commentary, Congress, Donald Trump, Election, General Culture and News, House of Representatives, Joe Biden, Kamala Harris, Mike Pence, Nancy Pelosi, Politics, Presidency, Presidential Election, Scott Adams, Senate, White House | 2 Comments

Have We Finally Lost It?

Posted on January 19, 2019 by Tom Garrett

The first time I saw the snippet of the MAGA kid / Native American drummer video, my reaction was about the same as most other people’s. “What a jerk that kid is.” “Somebody needs to teach him a lesson.” “I … Continue reading →

Posted in Commentary, General Culture and News, Politics | Tagged Commentary, Covington Catholic, Donald Trump, General Culture and News, MAGA, March for Life, Media Bias, Nathan Phillips, Politics, Race, Trump | 10 Comments

Crossroads for the GOP; WWE

Posted on March 11, 2016 by Tom Garrett

The GOP has a problem. The WWE has a problem. It’s the same problem. With WrestleMania 32 taking place in Dallas in just a few weeks, the WWE finds itself in what has become familiar territory in recent years: Its … Continue reading →

Posted in Commentary, Politics, Sports | Tagged Bernie Sanders, Commentary, Donald Trump, Hillary Clinton, John Cena, John Kasich, Marco Rubio, Republicans, Sports, Ted Cruz, Vince McMahon, WrestleMania, WrestleMania 32, WWE, WWE Roadblock | 2 Comments

This Should Be Marco Rubio’s Closing Statement Tonight

Posted on March 10, 2016 by Tom Garrett

If I were writing for him, it would look something like this: When I began this campaign, I believed with all my heart that I was the candidate who could lead this country into a New American Century. This journey … Continue reading →

Posted in Commentary, Politics | Tagged Commentary, Donald Trump, Marco Rubio, NeverTrump, Politics, Republicans | 3 Comments

Taylor Swift-Boating John Kasich

Posted on October 13, 2015 by Tom Garrett

At a town-hall-style event at the University of Richmond last week, Ohio governor John Kasich noticed a female student who was enthusiastically trying to get his attention, reacting by saying, “I don’t have any tickets, for, you know, Taylor Swift,” … Continue reading →

Posted in Commentary, Politics | Tagged 2016 Election, Commentary, Donald Trump, John Kasich, Kayla Solsback, Politics, Taylor Swift, University of Richmond | 1 Comment

Trump’s Popularity: Real, or Wake-Up Call?

Posted on September 16, 2015 by Tom Garrett

With another GOP debate imminent, poll leader Donald Trump will have several more opportunities to antagonize opponents, media members, and various segments of the public, as he has done repeatedly in recent months. Thus far, it hasn’t hurt him. At … Continue reading →

Posted in Commentary, Politics, Sports | Tagged 2016 Election, Commentary, Donald Trump, Football, Politics, Presidential Election, Sports | 3 Comments

And . . . We’re Back.

Posted on March 21, 2011 by The Axis of Ego

After a two-week slowdown caused by other commitments, we’re back at full speed. Well, such as it is. Up first is a two-part podcast. Tom and Mike transition from one topic to another like the Frogger of yore diligently hopping … Continue reading →