Monthly Archives: March 2023

The Most Progressive Democrat is Left Out in the Cold

Posted on March 20, 2023 by cdsmiller17

Bernie Sanders (September 8, 1941) I have a fondness for Bernie Sanders. He’s had a bit of a hard time getting his views heard by the other Democrats, but what he says makes sense, especially when discussing helping senior citizens … Continue reading →

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Xenophobia: Fear of the Unknown and the “Other”

Posted on March 19, 2023 by cdsmiller17

Voyagers (2021) We watched this sci-fi film, last night, and I was left with the distinct impression that it was an allegory of humanity in a microcosm. Call it Star Trek, Battlestar Galactica and 2001: a Space Odyssey all wrapped … Continue reading →

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“This Is Not the Way to Put an End to War”

Posted on March 18, 2023 by cdsmiller17

M*A*S*H (1972-1983) The final episode aired on February 28, 1983. At the North Shore Credit Union, we had a watch party. I’m sure most of you would not want to watch the whole 3 hour (including ads) finale again, even … Continue reading →

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According to Michael Cohen (and Others):

Posted on March 18, 2023 by cdsmiller17

MAGA means “Make Attorneys Get Attorneys” . . Enough, already…

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The Esh M’tzaref or The Refiner’s Fire ( אש מצרף )

Posted on March 17, 2023 by cdsmiller17

Hebrew Gematria I chose this phrase for my talk with Fountain UK, way back in the early 1990’s. Did I know something unconsciously that would link me to the lives of John Dee and Edward Kelley? It would appear so. … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday, Woman of the Hour/Year/Decade

Posted on March 17, 2023 by cdsmiller17

Stormy Daniels (March 17, 1979) Funny, isn’t it? Michael Cohen went to prison for lying on Donald Trump’s behalf. He changed his tune when Trump didn’t come to his defence. He then told everyone and his uncle that that ‘hush-money’ … Continue reading →

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“Go Home and Call (Make Peace with) Your Parents…”

Posted on March 16, 2023 by cdsmiller17

It Didn’t Start With You by Mark Wolynn (2017) This is the book my son, Derek, gave me for my birthday, this year. Good choice. Thanks, son. . “Biological reality may be our inheritance, but it doesn’t have to be … Continue reading →

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Tucker Carlson’s Take on the January 6th Insurrection:

Posted on March 15, 2023 by cdsmiller17

“Mostly Peaceful Chaos” Obviously, he was watching an alternate version of the tapes, that Kevin McCarthy provided him with. But, is he blameless for what happened? Will he be implicated? Let’s take a look at his part in the affray. … Continue reading →

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Conspiracy: Lies Just to Please His Audience?

Posted on March 15, 2023 by cdsmiller17

Tucker Carlson (May 16, 1969) According to MSNBC’s ALL IN with Chris Hayes, Tucker Carlson used to be a teller of absolute truth. Then he moved to Fox News, where the almighty dollar took hold of his soul. So, what … Continue reading →

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He was Brought Down by Lying about having WMD

Posted on March 14, 2023 by cdsmiller17

Saddam Hussein (April 28, 1937 – December 30, 2006) They called him the “Butcher of Baghdad”. He held total control over Iraqi lives for almost 25 years. He styled himself after Joseph Stalin, hence the mustache as his signature image. … Continue reading →

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