Author Archives: Joe Benning

Here We Go Again

Posted on June 10, 2025 by Joe Benning

Back a couple of years ago we were treated to the spectacle of CNN (among others) referring to the “mostly peaceful protests”that followed in the wake of George Floyd’s murder at the hands of Derek Chauvin of the Minneapolis police … Continue reading →

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The Problem with Modern Politics

Posted on May 24, 2025 by Joe Benning

There is a problem with politics (as it is practiced) in virtually all the Western democracies, including the United States. The problem is not that Donald J Trump, the US president, is an idiot—although he is. Nor is the problem … Continue reading →

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The Biggest Lie. Ever.

Posted on December 22, 2024 by Joe Benning

It is by now beyond dispute that Joe Biden’s mental and physical health were in serious decline from the earliest days of his presidency. It was obvious, or should have been, to even the most casual observer. And there were … Continue reading →

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Trouble to Come?

Posted on December 19, 2024 by Joe Benning

Yesterday, the Fed announced a 25 basis point reduction in the Federal Funds rate target. In the event,  the S&P 500 sold off about 3%, while market interest rates spiked upward. Two-year Treasury notes ratcheted up about 12 basis points … Continue reading →

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Violence in America etc

Posted on December 10, 2024 by Joe Benning

Back from Australia where we have been on tour with Road Scholar since November 4, 2024. And a lot has happened since then. A real lot. Some examples:  Donald Trump was unambiguously elected president on November 5. In addition to … Continue reading →

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Fascism etc.

Posted on October 27, 2024 by Joe Benning

It is a time honored quadrennial. In the weeks leading up to the vote for the US Presidency, there is the traditional rending of garments over the mere possibility that a Republican will win the race. At which point Democratic  … Continue reading →

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You Can’t Feign Surprise

Posted on October 24, 2024 by Joe Benning

A Tim Walz appointee speaks. Link Below. https://x.com/nickineily/status/1839302520310571174 JFB

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An Election Mired in Trivia

Posted on October 19, 2024 by Joe Benning

With the election just over 2 weeks away we are approaching peak hysteria. Each candidate claims that if the other candidate gets elected the world will come to an immediate grinding halt etc. etc. Plus both sides have their legal … Continue reading →

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Government Censorship

Posted on October 14, 2024 by Joe Benning

Next time you hear about threats tp democracy, remember this video. JFB

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The Horse Race

Posted on October 11, 2024 by Joe Benning

I write this not as a partisan. Actually I have no use for either ticket, or for that matter, any of the players that constitute said tickets. I suppose that makes me a quadruple hater in that I can’t stand … Continue reading →

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