The results of Tuesday’s election in Virginia in which Democrats completed taking full control of the states legislative chambers, after taking full control of statewide offices two years ago, may have far-reaching consequences for the nation. Amanda Marcotte at Salon explains that Virginia going blue means there could be 38 states completing ratification of the … Read more
Back in 1974, I watched nearly all of the televised Watergate hearings on television, even the less interesting witnesses. It was history in the making, and I felt an obligation as a citizen to listen to the evidence. I feel no less an obligation today. And neither should you. (You have no excuses with all the … Read more
One of the most important functions of our system of justice is the selection of an impartial jury. Judges and lawyers do this through a jury selection process called voire dire. A few key points: There must be assurance that the jurors chosen are unbiased, i.e., willing to decide the case on the basis of … Read more
It was a good night for Democrats on November 5, 2019. The Virginia State Legislature has shifted back to Democratic control for the first time in a quarter-century. Kentucky Attorney General Andy Beshear, despite an election-eve Trump, attended rally, appears to have defeated unpopular extreme reactionary Mark Bevin for the Governorship. Republicans did prevail in … Read more
Last week, Senator Elizabeth Warren released the details on how she would pay for her Medicare for All Plan. Her plan presents a double-edged sword for Democratic candidates and the supporters they want to vote for them in 2020. While all Democrats agree that the Republican approach (embraced by Arizona’s Republican Senator and Representatives) to … Read more