Category Archives: Commentary on the News

Guest commentary: SCOTUS looks at Hawai’i

Posted on 2026-02-10 by TPOL Nathan

From Rob Morse, as we again note how the States are dividing themselves along lines of freedom and tyranny. (Edited; comments/additional thoughts from TPOL in brackets.) We note again that the so-called Blue States (such as Hawai’i, California, New York, … Continue reading →

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Political impacts on migration and population shifts within the States

Posted on 2026-02-07 by TPOL Nathan

The US Census Bureau has recently published this map: The various comments online about this of course concentrate on the (politically) red and blue State divide. And to a degree, there is a definite correlation – and indeed, direct cause … Continue reading →

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Propaganda machines churn the stuff out more and more

Posted on 2026-02-06 by TPOL Nathan

What happens when you combine so-called “artificial intelligence” with lying politicians? Perhaps you get something like this, shared by a correspondent a day or so ago: Senate Democrats Block Voter ID Law That 2/3rds of Their Own Voters Support The … Continue reading →

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What is left? Are you and I in danger?

Posted on 2026-02-03 by TPOL Nathan

With midnight on Saturday, the panic started setting in. It has just gotten worse in the last 72 hours: the nation, we are told, is going to collapse. Government workers aren’t. Here is one example, which is of particular interest … Continue reading →

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More and more States “destroying” the soda-pop industry? Or something else?

Posted on 2026-02-02 by TPOL Nathan

You may have heard talk about making soda ineligible for purchase under the SNAP program (food stamps). Among others, the HHS Secretary (RJK Jr. points out the problems with such consumables. We don’t think he considers them to be “food.”) Oddly, … Continue reading →

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Weather, weather, everywhere!

Posted on 2026-01-30 by TPOL Nathan

This last several weeks have seen much of the Fifty States – especially the Southern States – subject to cold, ice, and snow that have messed up everything for a lot of people. In some cases, the weather forecasts were … Continue reading →

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Coping with the FedGov in 2026

Posted on 2026-01-28 by TPOL Nathan

FedGov regulations: supposedly implementing statute law, and supported by policies and guidelines. And an incredible burden on Americans and anyone doing business with Americans. A key feature of The Donald’s 2024 campaign: to get rid of as many as possible. … Continue reading →

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Come on, folks – use some common sense

Posted on 2026-01-27 by TPOL Nathan

After the recent attack on the Cities (Southern Baptist) Church in Minneapolis on Sunday, the Rapid City Post put out this story. Many people chimed in to support this idea. Christian leaders urge protecting worshippers’ rights after protesters interrupt service … Continue reading →

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Is justice possible?

Posted on 2026-01-26 by TPOL Nathan

Another week, another killing by ICE agents in Minnesota. Is this getting to be a routine? We are told (accurately or not) that ICE is detaining a dozen times more border jumpers in States like Texas and Florida than in … Continue reading →

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Is it right? Enforcing civic action

Posted on 2026-01-22 by TPOL Nathan

Most people would consider it a civic duty, and even an act of Christian love, to call 9-1-1 when they see an accident, someone injured, a car off the road, or other emergency. For some people, this would of course … Continue reading →

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