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A note on appearances: this site reads as left-leaning, and I understand why. But what I am actually fighting against is a current administration so far to the radical right that it can no longer honestly be called conservative.

Traditional conservatism, fiscal responsibility, limited government, rule of law, respect for institutions, has been abandoned by the very party that once claimed to own it. Opposing what is happening right now doesn’t make you a liberal. It makes you someone paying attention. I’d like to think there are honest conservatives out there who feel the same way, and this page is partly an olive branch to them.

Healthcare in America — The Next Conversation

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The real question is: What kind of healthcare system can provide the care people need, at a cost society can sustain, while maintaining the quality and innovation people expect? That is where this conversation begins.

Reclaim the Name — Or Get a New One, Or let’s get Horny – Video

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keep the RINO. Just put an H in it. A Rhino is a thick skinned, large horned animal that doesn't move for anything and has been around for fifty million years. That's a considerably fiercer

Democrat Drops Out Setting Up Idaho Showdown 07/31/2026

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Bill — This week, the disruption in Idaho’s Senate race opened up a new viable path for our independent to win. The Democratic nominee dropped out of the race, narrowing the field and leaving it

Two and a Half Years to Go: We Look at Impeachment, and the Consequences, Part 3 — Governing vs. Revenge – Video

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That doesn't mean no accountability. There should still be real oversight, reinstate the Inspectors General, put them back under Congress's control, and let them do their jobs. Oversight isn't revenge. Revenge is spending two years

I put it to you: in the long run, the noise fades. The calm, rational voice is the one people took notes on.

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The hardest lesson to learned here, is to look in the mirror upon occasion and take those rose colored glasses off. I'm not always happy with what looks back at me, and it's not just

So What? – Video

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The other tactic — and this one is truly scary, because it's starting to work on me — is fatigue. I'm tired. You're tired. Everybody's tired, burned out from all the BS. And "so what"

I would be Dead – Video

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Right now, you, the American people, are still in charge. I'm just not sure for how much longer that stays true. What comes next isn't up to the Democrats. It isn't up to Trump. It

Two and a Half Years to Go: We Look at Impeachment, and the Consequences, Part 2 — The Impeachment Trap – Video

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If Donald Trump were impeached and removed from office, there would be no special election and no national debate over his replacement. Under the Constitution, Vice President JD Vance would become President.

One size doesn’t fit all. It never has

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Now is the time to step forward. Not after the midterms, not after Trump and his machine make more headway and do more damage. Let's see some leadership. Someone, or maybe a team, with an

Reclaim the Name — Or Get a New One, Or let’s get Horny

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keep the RINO. Just put an H in it. A Rhino is a thick skinned, large horned animal that doesn't move for anything and has been around for fifty million years. That's a considerably fiercer

Two and a Half Years to Go: We Look at Impeachment, and the Consequences, Part 1 — Trump’s Greatest Unintended Successes – Video

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So what has Trump actually accomplished in his second term, grand old 47? He's out to dominate the world, not king, but world emperor, and what he's getting back is a redesigned world that feels

Two and a Half Years to Go: We Look at Impeachment, and the Consequences, Part 4 — Winning 2028

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The team leader should have the ability to select the best people for the job. Republican, Democrat, Independent, Libertarian, the question should be whether they are qualified and capable.

They’re eating the dogs and cats – Or how to Feed the one that loves you the most – Video

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On top of that, this stand-up comedian was then elected President of the United States. Can you believe that? Laughter from the audience is acceptable. It was a good delivery. But maybe a little too

It’s Now or Never – Video

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Surprise. That hottie is a bot. Running from a server in Pakistan, Asia, Africa, or Eastern Europe. The praise is robot code. The followers are purchased fiction. And every fake account is making Elon a

They’re eating the dogs and cats – Or how to Feed the one that loves you the most

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On top of that, this stand-up comedian was then elected President of the United States. Can you believe that? Laughter from the audience is acceptable. It was a good delivery. But maybe a little too

So What?

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The other tactic — and this one is truly scary, because it's starting to work on me — is fatigue. I'm tired. You're tired. Everybody's tired, burned out from all the BS. And "so what"

Three Independent Governor Candidates – 06/20/2026

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Bill — This week we are looking at our slate of gubernatorial candidates. As we see in our candidates, Governors’ races are where the independent movement becomes most tangible. A governor doesn't need a caucus

Two and a Half Years to Go: We Look at Impeachment, and the Consequences, Part 3 — Governing vs. Revenge

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That doesn't mean no accountability. There should still be real oversight, reinstate the Inspectors General, put them back under Congress's control, and let them do their jobs. Oversight isn't revenge. Revenge is spending two years

They must be commies, or my middle name isn’t McCarthy

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Director calls, "Cut, that's a wrap." Producer asks, "Well, do you think the sheep will buy it?" The check writer answers, "Sure, why not, they bought everything else so far."

What Do We Need? (A Question Asked Mid-Toke) – Video

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This is a post that's going to take on many forms in the months ahead. All I really want to accomplish today is getting you to start asking the same question I'm asking, what do

Go Back to School, Donny — And Take Mike Johnson With You – Video

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I've done it many times. It's uncomfortable. It's also the only thing that actually works. The lies only work when we stop asking questions. Repetition turns lies into perceived truth, but only if nobody pushes

What Do We Need? (A Question Asked Mid-Toke)

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This is a post that's going to take on many forms in the months ahead. All I really want to accomplish today is getting you to start asking the same question I'm asking, what do

Two and a Half Years to Go: We Look at Impeachment, and the Consequences, Part 2 — The Impeachment Trap

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If Donald Trump were impeached and removed from office, there would be no special election and no national debate over his replacement. Under the Constitution, Vice President JD Vance would become President.

It’s Now or Never

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Surprise. That hottie is a bot. Running from a server in Pakistan, Asia, Africa, or Eastern Europe. The praise is robot code. The followers are purchased fiction. And every fake account is making Elon a

Two and a Half Years to Go: We Look at Impeachment, and the Consequences, Part 1 — Trump’s Greatest Unintended Successes

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So what has Trump actually accomplished in his second term, grand old 47? He's out to dominate the world, not king, but world emperor, and what he's getting back is a redesigned world that feels

MEDIA ADVISORY: Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read to Hold Election Security Press Conference

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MEDIA ADVISORY Date: July 20, 2026 Contact: Connor Radnovich | connor.radnovich@sos.oregon.gov Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read to Hold Election Security Press Conference The Trump administration has escalated its attacks on elections in recent weeks

Go Back to School, Donny — And Take Mike Johnson With You

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I've done it many times. It's uncomfortable. It's also the only thing that actually works. The lies only work when we stop asking questions. Repetition turns lies into perceived truth, but only if nobody pushes

It isn’t going to work Donny and Mikey

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It isn't going to work Donny and Mikey

Ballot Access is Just the Beginning 07/18/2026

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This week, we're spotlighting endorsements in two states where Forward Party has earned party status. It is not a fast process and requires meeting state-specific requirements for voter registration, petition thresholds at the organizational level,

Did I Lose You? Let Me Try Again. – Video

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Don't look surprised when the voting booth that was on Main Street last Tuesday got quietly moved overnight to a new, undisclosed location, with an ICE barricade out front checking tattoos. And no. You are
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