Although I’m often disgusted with politics and its practitioners, I do sometimes enjoy learning about the strategic maneuvering of campaigns. For example . . .
During a presidential campaign, it’s not uncommon to see a candidate make a special effort to connect with a constituency that he stands little chance of winning over. You’ll see a […]

A few times each month my wife will work weekend jobs for a local caterer. I won’t mention which one, even though I think they come across quite well in the tale I’m about to tell. You see, others might disagree and think that they are helping to promote a dangerous and sinful lifestyle.
My wife […]

Political pandering is an insult to our intellect, but  unfortunately, too many of us let our emotions cloud our judgment and leave us susceptible to falling for empty promises and half-baked plans.
Take the proposed temporary federal gas tax repeal, please. Both Clinton and McCain are using this to curry favor with put-upon gas pumpers. Only […]

Have you ever been so inspired by a political candidate that you burned vacation days to campaign for their election, with no expectation of personal reward, such as a cushy job or plum government contract?

I know that Will does this and I’m sure some of you others have as well. While I respect your commitment, […]

I posted a form of this question in the comments section, but I believe it’s intriguing enough to merit its own post.
It’s mid January, 2008. Hillary Clinton is apprehended by aliens while campaigning in Storm Lake, Iowa. The Supreme Court rules that in cases of spousal abduction by extraterrestrial beings, former presidents who have already […]