We all recall John Edwards’ campaign story about how there are two Americas and how that story was used to drive a wedge between the “haves” and “have nots.” And since Edwards was using the politics of envy to garner votes, he made sure to tell you that you were indeed a “have not.” Fortunately […]
I know I’ve written that statement what seems to me a million times. And I’m beginning to think if I write it a million more, it will be just as effective on the people who believe government is the be-all and end-all to having every answer needed to mankind — which is not at all. […]
Now by Russia, I don’t mean Vladimir Putin’s Russia, although I’m sure he’s enjoying all the hullabaloo going on in Washington. And now, out of nowhere, New York. No. The Russia I’m talking about is the whole Donald Trump-Russia “collusion” myth that’s prompted a never-ending investigation based on nothing that goes anywhere and everywhere in […]
Boy was I happy to be away last weekend and not see all the social media videos from the “March for our Lives” event. And, yes, I mean that. Not about the march’s initial message, but about the videos I saw of the “messengers” with their profanity-laced attacks, ignorance and hatred of those who think […]
I’m sure this column will come off as me complaining with no solutions. But then again, no one really asks me what I’d do in most situations. I can only surmise that’s because my answers don’t involve more federal government intervention, especially since that’s the only place we’re allowed to go for solutions anymore. If […]
This is a column I simply don’t want to write. But since it keeps happening, I have to do it again. It’s hard to believe we’ve had another school massacre in the news — especially one with as many incredible, unbelievable details and characters that have emerged. I won’t give the perpetrator any mention. He […]
On Saturday, Feb. 17 for the 89th year, the Grand Junction Lions Club will hold its parade, carnival and raffle to raise money for deserving nonprofits in Mesa County. The theme this year is “Life is good.” When I look back at my 17 years living here in Grand Junction, the majority of those as […]
Excited about the tax cut? I keep being told I should be. But if I have to be honest, I’d say I really have no idea if the new tax law will lower my tax burden based on how I file. But given the government and its behemoth tax code, my answer can be only […]
If you’ve been following along, you know I’ve had quite the ride over my time here at the Business Times, starting with the circumstances surrounding my arrival in Grand Junction. Over that span, I seem to have discovered at least one unique talent: I kinda tick off just about everyone at one time or another. […]
I sincerely hope my regular readers — which could be a half dozen or a few thousand, I don’t honestly know — understand I really try my best not to be preachy, at least as things relate to how people should live their lives. While I’m writing this column to offer some advice based on […]