by Bill Scher | Sep 7, 2016 | Blog, Conservatism, Election 2016, Progressive Vision
Much of the presidential race has centered on temperament and character, and understandably so as Donald Trump's racially divisive rhetoric casts a shadow over the entire campaign. But we are electing a president here, and what the candidates have to say about the...
by Bill Scher | Aug 31, 2016 | Blog, Climate
In an ideal situation, our government would have the funds to support the needs of all Americans. For example, if a coastal community was at risk of becoming submerged because of the climate crisis, it wouldn't be a question that funds would be readily available to...
by Bill Scher | Aug 17, 2016 | Blog
Donald Trump has been routinely accusing former President Lyndon Johnson of silencing the political speech of churches because he viewed churches as political enemies. This is false. Trump's presidential campaign may be doomed to defeat, but this smear may live on if...
by Bill Scher | Aug 15, 2016 | Blog, Election 2016, Retirement Security
Eighty-one years ago Sunday, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act and created the one of the most enduring and consequential programs from the New Deal. This year, the program has a wonderful birthday present. Neither presidential candidate...
by Bill Scher | Aug 11, 2016 | Blog, Conservatism, Election 2016
No one expects newly declared independent candidate Evan McMullin to become president, let alone get on many ballots or crack one percent in the total vote. Yet his candidacy may still perform below expectations. He is a stand-in for conservatives who deem Donald...
