Celebrating 250 Years of Independence On July 4th, Americans will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States. For two and a half centuries, the nation has stood as a symbol of hope for those seeking freedom, including rights listed in the Bill of Rights, such as religion, speech, and assembly. This enduring promise of...
This year marks the first Father’s Day without my dad, Leo E. Perino. He passed away in his sleep at the end of May 2026, a mere 29 days after retiring at the age of 79. He was a man who cherished his work and adored his daughters, embodying the role of a loving father...
Political parties often urge voters to ignore misconduct, poor judgment, and erratic behavior, claiming the opposing side poses a greater threat. This rationale is evident in the cases of Senate candidates Graham Platner and Ken Paxton. Host Megan McArdle insists that integrity remains crucial in political life. Voters possess the power to resist polarization and...
Psychologists refer to the term “projection” to explain when individuals unconsciously transfer their own shortcomings, guilt, or negative qualities onto others. This psychological concept finds a parallel in a popular Russian saying: “the thief’s hat is on fire.” This proverb suggests that a guilty conscience is bound to reveal itself.
President Trump and his allies are currently challenging the fragile base of American democracy. They have, in recent acts reminiscent of his behavior after his 2020 loss, accused the California primary election of being ‘rigged’, and the FBI, acting on his orders, recently targeted an Ohio voter registration group. Despite these concerns, there are measures...
Behavioral scientist and author Gad Saad shared an intriguing account of a midnight meeting with billionaire Elon Musk. Saad described navigating multiple security clearances that evoked a sense of being in a spy thriller. During an appearance on the “Hang Out with Sean Hannity” podcast, Saad recounted receiving a cryptic text from Musk that led...
A friendship spanning five decades faces scrutiny after a significant discovery on social media. The issue emerged when the letter writer learned their friend follows numerous radical organizations on Instagram. This revelation raises doubts about the integrity of the friend’s political alignment. For years, the friend consistently supported the letter writer’s political views. She actively...
Comedian Michael Kosta expressed skepticism following Spencer Pratt’s continuation in the Los Angeles mayoral race after the midterms. Kosta quipped about Pratt, a reality TV star, alluding to a potential long-term political stint. A reality T.V. star running for office? Well, I’m sure if we make fun of him enough, he’ll only be in charge...
The issue highlighted by the May 26 front-page article, “Trump’s health drawing scrutiny,” extends beyond any single president or political party. It unearthed a deeper, structural problem impacting public trust. The article discussed the delicate balance of evaluating a president’s health while maintaining transparency. Having served in the Navy Medical Corps for over 25 years,...
Blended families often face unique challenges, particularly when it comes to financial decisions. In this situation, the husband and wife have been married for over three years, yet have known each other for more than six years. The wife’s adult children, a 22-year-old recent college graduate and a 27-year-old son struggling with alcoholism, are from...