Political Theatre category archive
“But It’s the Only Possible Explanation” 0
Joseph Mazur takes a look at how paranoid and/or manipulative thinkers turn coincidences into conspiracies. An excerpt:
Follow the link, where he expands on that thought.
A Case of Identity 0
At AL.com, Kyle Whitmire delves into the strange and twisty case of the DIY voter ID.
What makes it strange is that, despite what could be called a fraudulent identification document, there seems to have been no intent to defraud, but, rather, an attempt to comply.
Storm Windows 0
Committee Proceedings 0
Seth looks at what it might look like if Trump were called to testify before the January 6 committee.
Backfire, Special Mastery Dept. 0
As Bob Cesca pointed out in a recent podcast, Donald Trump is finding out that, if you demand a special master, you may find that your special master demands that you do things you don’t want to do.
Lies and Lying Liars 0
Thom explores why persons fall for Republican lies.
Freedom of Screech 0
Joe Patrice notes that “people pointing out that you’re stupid is not an attack on freedom of speech.”
Indeed, I would argue that it is quite the opposite.
A Tune for the Times 0
Mangy comments at the Youtube page:
Donald Trump is one of our most quotable presidents, not for his wisdom, insight or profundity, but merely for the sheer stupidity and absurdity of his pronouncements. Though Mangy Fetlocks likes to write songs that are entirely original, there are times he can’t help but borrow a line or two from perhaps the least articulate president of all time. In the immoral words of our Donald Trump, “In life you have to rely on the past, and that’s called history.”
Precedented 0
Political science professor Solomon D. Stevens argues forcefully that failing to hold persons accountable for their actions sets dangerous precedents. He cites as an example President Gerald Ford’s decision to pardon Richard Nixon. Here’s a bit:
Follow the link for the complete article.