Kim Miklofsky Bayne

Kim M. Bayne is a seasoned writer, content developer, former digital media strategist, and high-tech marketing veteran. She played a key role in the launch of internet marketing in the 1990s—presenting at the world’s first ‘Marketing on the Internet’ seminar series and authoring a #1 best-selling book on the subject. Now a passionate political activist in Pima County, she's known for her snarky insights, particularly when lampooning neofascist forces. Above all, Kim treasures being the enchanted grandmother of her ever-curious grandson. When she fights for freedom and social justice, she fights for his future. Kim’s motto is “Sarcasm, Spelling Bees & Science Fairs.”

Trump Accounts: Perks for Babies and Billionaires

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Apparently, the Trump administration has discovered a solution to childhood poverty. Give certain newborns $1,000, invest it in the stock market, and wait 18 years. What could possibly go wrong? Meanwhile, we’re still waiting for those promised lower grocery and gasoline prices. Families are struggling to put food on the table, keep a roof over … Read more

America’s Fuel Systems Are Basically Unlocked

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Hackers reportedly linked to Iran may have breached fuel monitoring systems at gas stations across the U.S. The really comforting part? Some of these systems were allegedly sitting online without password protection, according to reporting from CNN, Newsweek, and Security Magazine. Not “elite cyber warfare.” Not “Mission Impossible.” Nope, it’s more like leaving the keys … Read more

When It’s Time to Step Aside

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Aging isn’t the issue. Capacity is. When elected officials can no longer do the job, the public deserves honesty, accountability, and leaders who know when it’s time to step aside.