Gun violence in America is the definition of insanity
The abortion of an embryo or fetus gets more attention from pro-gun legislators than children being gunned down in a classroom at 10 years old.
Commentary
Articles commenting on current events, issues, and persons from a progressive viewpoint.
Separation of church and state protects the Church
Why keep church and state separate? Not only because religion can try to take over the state – but also because the state will corrupt the church.
“Thoughts and prayers” – to Moloch
We have now become a society that worships a new Moloch: the gun. And part of that worship is sacrificing our children to it – just as in the Old Testament.
Memorial Day: Remembering soldiers who gave all, came home in flag-draped coffins
Memorial Day is about more than barbecues and an extra day off. Berry Craig reminds us of the real meaning of the day.
Repubs believe you can legislate away evil – but only the evil they care about
Repubs: If we think it’s bad, we’ve got a bill for it. Gun massacres? All we’ve got is thoughts and prayers.”
Are guns now our American legacy?
Is this the legacy our country should be leaving for our future?
Anger – Danger – Anger
Once again we’re hearing the same, tired old reasons we can’t, or shouldn’t, do anything about gun violence. I have no choice but to write about this.
Our culture of violence leads to mass shootings
It is time to face the stubborn facts that show we live in a culture of violence largely created by the far-right wing, and supported by Republican Party leaders.
Open government and the Louisville mayoral candidates
As we look at the candidates for Louisville mayor, we need to find out: Where do they stand on open government? One has a questionable record, and one has no record at all.
Al Cross: As primary voters move GOP farther right, will others follow?
Al Cross notes: What works in Republican primaries will not necessarily work in general elections.
If Roe goes, birth control is likely next
Think the possible overturn of Roe is the end? Think again – it’s just the beginning.
There’s a feedback loop in rural America – and Democrats didn’t cause it
Are Dems guilty of abandoning rural America? Or is something else going on? A researcher shares some possible answers.
Paul and the rest of the GOP field: 'too dangerous, too craven, and too extreme'
Berry Craig took President Biden’s statement on the PA primary and modified it just a wee bit to fit Kentucky.
Update on the Witch Hunt
Schadenfreude is terribly sweet, especially when it comes to the GOP, but I didn’t think we’d be able to savor it so soon.
‘Transgender law’ is bad for Kentucky youth
The act is really a pandering to a very small segment of a conservative electorate that is obsessed with sexuality.
