44 articles on "political"

The Public Sector, Our Grandkids and Our Failed Political Class

An article by Mark Shields entitled, "The Public Sector And My Grandchildren," appeared in the December 26, 2010 issue of the St. Petersburg Times. In the article, Mr. Shields tries to make the case that government at all levels has and will make sur...

American Politics Federal Government, Political Left And Right

Did you know that the term political left originated in France during the French revolution? After the King and Queen were executed, France became a republic. The terms left and right evolved from the seating in the modern parliament. These are even ...

Review Nickel and Dimed

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The Tucson Shootings _ Just Ask Yourself

Before going into the commentary, let me please extend my prayers and support to all of the victims of the horrific shooting incident that unfolded midday this past Saturday in Tucson. It is a terrible, terrible set of circumstances that allowed one ...