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There’s plenty of news on the Iran war
You can find a good roundup at Ace’s. Plus, the Iranian president says that Iran is at “full-scale war” with the US. Hasn’t that been the case for quite some time? Their approach at the moment continues to be to … Continue reading →
One more comment about comments
I’m happy to say that, so far, the new comments policy has been going smoothly for the most part. Every now and then a comment gets trapped in moderation, usually for no clear reason. But that’s always been the case. … Continue reading →
We knew there was Medicaid fraud. But THIS much fraud?
Like, a hundred billion dollars worth? A year. At least, that’s RFK Jr.’s estimate. And that’s just Medicaid. For example, from Kennedy: “We found a hotel room with 29 hospices in it. I mean a hotel, every room was a … Continue reading →
Do the mullahs seek martyrdom?
[NOTE: Athough I’m still just on the cellphone and therefore, at the moment, my posting capacity is quite limited, I found this old draft that was already written. So I’ve posted it while waiting for Comcast to fix the problem.] … Continue reading →
For the moment, the internet is down in my neighborhood
[UPDATE 4:47 pm: It’s fixed!] So frustrating. I’m outside now, using my phone to post this. Comcast says it’s “working on it.” So, since it’s nearly impossible to write anything of length and complexity on a cellphone, it could be … Continue reading →
Open thread 7/20/2026
For your enjoyment
For a nice palate change, I bring you this biography of Tommy Rall, one of the greatest cinema dancers and a real natural. He also was an excellent singer (even of opera) and painter. Enjoy:
Continue reading →And then there’s Mamdani
Kulak landlords beware: Mamdani’s plan is to have DCWP [Department of Consumer and Worker Protection] work with the City Council on new legislation that would stipulate landlords could require either a credit check — paid for by the landlord or … Continue reading →
More reflections on Vance – and also on Rubio
I already wrote a post on Vance’s Joe Rogan appearance, but it turns out I have more to say. The more I think about Vance, the more uneasy I become. It’s been cumulative, but the Rogan interview is somewhat of … Continue reading →
Will Democrats ever take a stand against DSA candidates?
A question from commenter “F”: Apparently the DSA thinks they’re on the ascendent right now, and they’re prepared to swing for the fences. Ironically, they are damaging their relationship with the Democratic part in doing so, and (as Neo points … Continue reading →