PinnedIntroductionJim Hammons is an Emeritus Professor who spends his spare time doing the research, writing, rewriting, and editing needed to publish his…Jun 23, 2021Jun 23, 2021
Are Some Trump Voters Having Second Thoughts?As I write this, it has been less than three months since the peaceful transfer of power occurred. I know of no one who could have dreamed…Mar 25Mar 25
When Asked in the Future “How Did It Happen,” What Will People Say?It is 2028 and a group of journalism students taking one of their final classes has been given the task of writing an article summarizing…Mar 11Mar 11
The Country Needs the True Republican Party to ReturnAt present, it is clear that the true Republican Party has been replaced by MAGA Trumpers. But, in the 2026 primary elections for House and…Mar 3Mar 3
Let’s Focus on Why Trump Won, Not Why the Democrats LostI read several reputable newspapers and watch a number of non-biased news programs. Every one of them has given space or time for numerous…Feb 26Feb 26
A Democrat’s Views on What We May Have Lost When Trump WonPrior to the election, I often had conversations with fellow Democrats in which we shared our hopes and beliefs about what might happen if…Nov 20, 2024Nov 20, 2024
It’s The Team That Matters, Not The CoachFootball season is well underway. Millions of us are watching to see how our team does. Read that last clause again: “watching to see how…Oct 29, 2024Oct 29, 2024
OUR DEMOCRACY NEEDS NETWORK AND CABLE NEWS TO SPEND TIME ON ISSUES(The title says what is needed. The “why” and “how” are answered below.)Sep 13, 2024Sep 13, 2024
JUST IMAGINE — WHAT IF THE DEMOCRATS WIN THE PRESIDENCY AND BOTH HOUSES OF CONGRESS?In conversations with fellow Democrats, we often dream about what could happen if Harris becomes president and both house majorities of…Sep 13, 2024Sep 13, 2024
HOW TO HAVE CONVERSATIONS WITH A NON-MAGA REPUBLICAN(Suggestions for Democrats who want help talking politics to Republican-leaning relatives, friends, and colleagues. Does not attempt to…Sep 13, 2024Sep 13, 2024