Tag: American politics

• America in Decline? I Don’t See It.

  I’ve been blessed with two months of blissful rest this summer. It’s been wonderful to reconnect with many family members I don’t have the opportunity to visit often. I’ve had the chance to eat some (too much, actually) some culinary delights which I didn’t get often in Asia. And I’ve had ample chances already, with…

  sassevn

  July 11, 2017

  Life, Uncategorized

  american culture, american decline, american dream, American politics, American society, new york, Western Pennsylvania

• Like Politics? Try RealClearPolitics!

  I am, for better or worse – mostly worse, a political junkie. For whatever reason, I like to bang myself in the head with various political points of view which typically evaporate and mean nothing by the end of the week anyways. Oh well, I’m ephemeral that way. So if you’re like me and like…

  sassevn

  February 22, 2016

  Current Events, Life

  American politics, political philosophy, politics, polling data

• What is Democratic Socialism?

  What is Democratic Socialism? This is a question which has never been more pertinent in a US presidential election cycle with the prominence of democratic socialist candidate Bernie Sanders, enjoying an unprecedented look as the Democratic Party nomination. It is also worth noting that the front runner Democratic candidate, Hillary Clinton, has done little to…

  sassevn

  January 8, 2016

  History & Culture, Uncategorized

  2016 presidential election, American politics, bernie sanders, democracy, democratic socialism, is america socialist, market economy, mixed economy, multi-party socialism, what is democratic socialism

• I Need a Break From …

  I need a break from Donald Trump’s pontificating with his talented, obnoxious big mouth. I need a break from the Donald Trump haters, who add nothing helpful to the mix of ideas. I need a break from Democrats and their pie in the sky charity wheel. I need a break from Republicans and their 15…

  sassevn

  December 10, 2015

  Current Events

  American politics, Democrats, donald trump, internet, opinion, politics, Republicans