Category Archives: Nathan’s Rants

Trump, Biden, and the border(s)

Posted on 2021-04-23 by TPOL Nathan

Despite what he (and supporters) claimed to be his best efforts, The Donald failed in a LOT of ways to accomplish everything he supposedly set out to do. This is especially true regarding the U.S.-Mexican border. (And U.S.-Canadian line, but … Continue reading →

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Contra government – makes more sense?

Posted on 2021-04-22 by TPOL Nathan

Years ago, Ronald Reagan (not exactly a libertarian hero, I admit) said, “The nine most terrifying words in the English language are: I’m from the Government, and I’m here to help.” Everything we see in this messed-up world today proves … Continue reading →

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Ramping up the fearmongering – more and more

Posted on 2021-04-21 by TPOL Nathan

It is another day – and another mass shooting. It is another day – and another killer cop gunning down yet another young black man. It is another day – and another vicious attack against an Asian here in America. … Continue reading →

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“Second Amendment Time” nears

Posted on 2021-04-20 by TPOL Nathan

Note: still catching up on commentary from the past several weeks. This was news a week and a half ago, but I think it is important to discuss. Just as Cuomo and de Blasio have revealed their deep hatred of … Continue reading →

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Writing about liberty… and other thoughts

Posted on 2021-04-14 by TPOL Nathan

My apologies to readers – posting of commentaries has been pretty uneven here recently. A combination of press of work for clients and travel and similar fun (or not so fun) things. But it brings up an interesting thought – … Continue reading →

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National parks – strike a blow against racism?

Posted on 2021-04-11 by TPOL Nathan

Politically, when one faction (or party) gains massive power and control – when they have defeated their political enemies and reign supreme – the faction starts to fracture internally. They turn on their own comrades. Often, they treat one other … Continue reading →

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Power corrupts and …

Posted on 2021-04-10 by TPOL Nathan

Absolute Power Corrupts Absolutely. Let’s look at one of the latest poster-children for this saying. But first, consider the saying itself. Our readers are certainly familiar with this famous statement and fundamental principle as stated by John Dalberg, Lord Acton. … Continue reading →

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A quick look at the LP 2021

Posted on 2021-04-04 by TPOL Nathan

Whatever happened to the Libertarian Party? Does anyone remember “The Party of Principle” and a group of people who were willing to endure being abused in the political process in order to face down the “Omnipotent State?” Now, the Nevada … Continue reading →

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Cities and their suicide: the example of New York

Posted on 2021-04-03 by TPOL Nathan

It is sometimes said that cities do not die natural deaths.  Rather, they commit suicide.  They fail to maintain essential infrastructure, like letting their harbors and channels silt up. Or accept things like lead and sewage in their water supply, … Continue reading →

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Fool me once…

Posted on 2021-04-02 by TPOL Nathan

Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice, shame on me. Fool me XX times? I was reminded of that old saying when I again saw this headline: “Top epidemiologist on Covid surge: “Get ready… We are walking into … Continue reading →

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