Category: News, Current Events and Politics
Blogs and musings on items related to the new, current events and things political.
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The U.S. Immigration System – A Practitioner’s Perspective
Hello all, I provided Dave with a belated response to his original blog on immigration (refer to Dave’s post: https://errantthoughts.com/hi-my-name-is-dave-part-2/), and he asked to share my thoughts as a guest post. For context, and for those of you who do not already know, my name is Courtney McCausland. I am the co-director of the immigration program at Read more
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Redistricting Texas, Gerrymandering and the Need for Congressional Structure Reform
Recently, there has been considerable debate regarding an effort by the Texas Republican Party to redraw the state’s Congressional boundaries and convert five existing Congressional districts currently held by Democrats to districts that would favor a Republicans (an action historically referred to as gerrymandering). What makes this effort all the more debatable is that it Read more
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Hi, My Name Is Dave… Part 2
If you read my previous manifesto of this title, you will know that I am attempting to overcome my fears, frustration and anger by sharing my views on various topics. I know that some folks won’t agree with me; but God and the Constitution grant us all the freedom of speech and the right to Read more
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Hi, My Name Is Dave… Part 1
Like many Catholics I choose the Easter season to go to confession in the hope that God would forgive me and help me be a better person (it’s a Catholic thing). As I stood in line waiting for my turn to spill my guts, I kept going over the things I came prepared to share Read more
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Remember the Messages of History
November 10, 2024 Since the recent Presidential election there have been numerous calls for unity and healing. President Elect Trump referred to this in his victory speech. Even Joe Rogan, on his podcast, said “He’s got to unite people. He’s got to not attack the left…let them all talk… but unite. Now it’s time to Read more
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I Think Not!
Today I read an article that included a speech given by Dick Van Dyke in 1964 at the LA Memorial Coliseum. The speech was in support for the the Civil Rights Act. It goes as follows: “Hatred is not the norm. Prejudice is not the norm. Suspicion, dislike, jealousy, scapegoating ― none of those are Read more
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Pro-Life, Pro-Birth or Pro-Choice?
I know that I am going to get into serious trouble raising the issue of pro-life / pro-choice, but I have questions and thoughts on this matter. I also know that this is a heated topic because it really revolves around when life begins and anyone’s right to end another’s life. I hope that this Read more
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Soundbite Musings
Hi all, I know that it has been a long time since I posted anything (end of January). This has made me realize the immense challenge it is to continually search for something to write about, and it has given me a much greater appreciation for those that have chosen occupations where they must do Read more
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Evil Wins When We Do Nothing
So, I know that it has been a while since I posted anything. The main reason for this long delay is that I have had one topic that has just been permeating my thoughts… but I have been afraid to write about it. However, I am a firm believer in a famous quote of Edmund Read more
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What’s the Difference Between an Opportunist and a Catfish?
OK, for today’s blog I have to clarify something right up front. I don’t make an effort to search for dirt… but I have a hard time ignoring it when it is shoved in front of me. In addition, many of my blog topics jump out at me as I scroll through the news feed Read more