Universities today believe only science has rules. Wisdom is another term for rules of life. For that reason, there is no wisdom and no pursuit of wisdom at our universities.
Justice Ginsberg – Not a Fan of the Electoral College But Its a Dream If You Think it’s Changing
The notorious RBG is not a fan of the Electoral College which concerns me. It is one of the few remaining checks that keep our nation a Republic. But while she is not a fan, she is a realist.
Liz Gabert Welcomes Me to Her Radio Program to Talk Grok and Politics
I had the honor and privilege of being a guest on Life With Liz today. Elizabeth Gabert has two one hour programs on WSMN 1590 in Nashua each week. She airs Monday’s and Wednesday’s from 11-noon. And I spent about 40 minutes with her on today’s program.
Hey – Liz Warren!, If You Are Going to Talk the Talk
If you campaign for office talking about something you say you support. Then your life should contain actions demonstrating your commitment. When you have an opportunity to act or remain silent, your choice speaks to your character.
Gov. Chris Sununu Tweets his Thanks for (22) Vetoes Sustained So Far
Today (and tomorrow) are Veto override days in the NH Legislature. And they have a lot of bills to consider. We’ve posted a list of bills he rejected. But as I write this Gov. Sununu has thanked the NH House for sustaining twenty-(two) of his vetoes (so far).
New Hampshire House Overrides Governor’s Veto and Approves Home Cultivation Bill
HB 364 will now return to the Senate for a final vote, expected tomorrow. Concord, N.H. — Today, the New Hampshire House of Representatives voted (259-120) to override Gov. Chris Sununu’s veto of HB 364, a bill that would allow patients and caregivers who are registered with the state’s therapeutic cannabis program to cultivate their own cannabis. … Read more
Lewandowski Uses Testimony Before Congress to Power Launch Likely Senate Run
I’m no expert but I think Corey Lewandowski just did something brilliant. If I recall we were expecting an announcement on a likely Senate run last week. Instead, he has waited until after his testimony before Democrats in Congress. National Earned Media – and he did not waste it.
Links for International News of the Day
We hope the Links for International News of the Day will help you stay abreast of happenings in the broader world that may affect your corner of it. Israel Israeli politics deadlocked after second election: What now? Reuters. Israel elections results based on counted ballots. Jerusalem Post. Saudi Arabia Growing evidence Iran launched oil field … Read more
VETO Day in the NH Legislature – GraniteGrok is virtually there. Here?
UPDATE and BUMPED:
Vetoes Sustained (22): HB105, HB106, HB109, HB183, HB198, HB211, HB292, HB293, HB326, HB349, HB365, HB409, HB446, HB504, HB514, HB564, HB582, HB587, HB611, HB645, HB664, HB706
Vetoes Overridden (1): HB364
New Hampshire Property Tax is the Highest in the Nation
New Hampshire property tax is highest in the nation. NH ranks 50th out of 50 states in terms of property tax burden. That is as measured in per $1,000 of personal income by ALEC’s Rich State Poor State2019. That, as they say, is an opportunity to improve. As J. C. Watts, Jr wrote, “Death and … Read more
Manchester Mayors Race Primary: Victoria Sullivan Victory Event Speech
Ellen dropped a quick note on this last night. Victoria Sullivan’s campaign held a primary victory night event at Murphy’s in Manchester. We’ve now got video of Victoria Sullivan’s remarks, care of Jon DiPietro.
The Reckless and Irresponsible Treatment of Patients who Claim to be Transgender
A prominent doctor with Johns Hopkins Medical is sounding an alarm about the current trend in medicine toward knee-jerk acceptance of the diagnosis of transgenderism. He calls it an experiment “on young people without telling them it’s an experiment.”
NH Unemployment Still 2.5% as State Adds Jobs and Grows Labor Force
Yesterday the New Hampshire Department of Employment Security issued its Press Release for August. While Democrats try to override his vetoes today, Governor Sununu can sit back and smile about the jobs picture. Employment looks secured.
Oil Jumps 20% Day After Attack on Saudis – But The Price is Already Sliding Back
You can still get gas for $2.19 a gallon in my town even after Iranian proxies attacked a major Saudi oil facility. But for how long? Within a day the average price for a barrel of oil shot up 20%, which sounds like a lot until you realize that only lifts it to $70.00 per barrel.
Sullivan and Craig Advance to November Ballot for Manchester Mayor
Manchester voters in their municipal mayoral primary have chosen Victoria Sullivan and incumbent Joyce Craig to advance to November’s general election ballot. In her first citywide election, former State Rep. Sullivan earned 39% of the vote to Craig’s 57%. Candidate Glenn Ouellette was eliminated in the primary, with 4% of the vote. Speaking to supporters … Read more
Donkeys and Elephants and Economies, Oh, my!
The Republican Party (elephants) is stereotyped as more business-friendly. The stereotype says elephants favor a more limited size of government. They favor a smaller role of government in regulating the economy. But really, the important part is; they are in favor of regulating the economy.
CBS Broadside on NYT Kavanaugh Smear Leaves Old Gray Lady a Smoking Wreck
CBS just committed an act of Journalism. The New York Times hit hardest. With the weekend of hyperbolic left-wing ranting about impeaching the Justice Kavanaugh not far behind. And, yes, I said, CBS News.
New York Times Corrects Another Brett Kavanaugh Story
Okay, we all make mistakes. We all get it wrong sometimes. But the New York Times is literally burning its credibility with stories about Brett Kavanaugh.
MSNBC Wants to Know: Should People Be “Allowed” to Carry Guns?
MSNBC is running an online poll: Should People Be Allowed to Carry Guns in Public? Here it is: MSNBC Poll You know what to do.