Don Shula Dead at 90

The coaching legend led the 1972 Miami Dolphins to the only perfect season in NFL history.

The Eva Murry Allegation

Another allegation of Biden misbehavior that is another category altogether.

Monday’s Forum

Eight days a week.

Biden v. Kavanaugh

And a broader discussion of the ongoing Tara Reade story.

Sunday’s Forum

Have at it.

More on Excess Death

A useful graph from WaPo

What are we Comparing?

More on Covid-19 and the flu.

The Language of Sexual Violence

We need a better vocabulary for treating the spectrum between rude and horrific.

Kim Jong Un Makes Public Appearance

The reports of the the North Korean dictator’s death have been greatly exaggerated.

Saturday’s Forum

Do we even have weekends anymore?

Joe Biden Denies Tara Reade Allegations

The presumptive Democratic nominee says, “They aren’t true. This never happened.”

A Photo for Friday

“Puzzling Times”

Friday’s Forum

Opinions here, there, and everywhere.

Thursday’s Forum

More chances to talk about a day in the life of the the corona times.

More on the Likely Undercount of Covid-19 Deaths

Data collection and analysis takes time.

President Donald J. Trump listens to a reporter’s question during the coronavirus (COVID-19) update briefing Sunday, March 22, 2020, in the James S. Brady Press Briefing Room of the White House. (Official White House Photo by Andrea Hanks) President Donald J. Trump listens to a reporter’s question during the coronavirus (COVID-19) update briefing Sunday, March 22, 2020, in the James S. Brady Press Briefing Room of the White House. (Official White House Photo by Andrea Hanks)

Quid Pro Quo Federalism

This isn’t how it is supposed to work.

Who Pays for Coronavirus Losses?

Some inchorent musings about a massive question.

Justin Amash Running for Libertarian Nomination

The erstwhile Tea Party Republican is making a run for President.

Wednesday’s Forum

Something for hump day.

Biden and Tara Reade

These are serious allegations.

COVID-19 Has Killed More Americans Than Vietnam War

Another grim milestone. It won’t be the last.

Schools Under Pressure to Re-open

Until our kids go back to school, we can’t go back to work.

Tuesday’s Forum

Help us out with comments and links.

SCOTUS Rules Congress Can’t Reneg on ObamaCare Insurer Bailout

An 8-1 rebuke from the nation’s highest court.

Undercounting COVID Deaths

The counting methodology is flawed and that’s assuming honest reporting.

Monday’s Forum

Come together for another week.

More on Biden’s Low Profile

And some notes on Trump’s media exposure.

Sunday’s Forum

The beginning of another week. Or is it the end?

Whom do the Haters Hate More?

Some potentially good news for Biden,

There is No Switch

The policy choices before us are not a dichotomy between off and on.

President Donald J. Trump, joined by Vice President Mike Pence, listens as William N. Bryan, science and technology advisor to the DHS Secretary, delivers remarks and answers questions from members of the press during a coronavirus task force briefing Thursday, April 23, 2020, in the James S. Brady White House Press Briefing Room. (Official White House Photo by Joyce N. Boghosian) President Donald J. Trump, joined by Vice President Mike Pence, listens as William N. Bryan, science and technology advisor to the DHS Secretary, delivers remarks and answers questions from members of the press during a coronavirus task force briefing Thursday, April 23, 2020, in the James S. Brady White House Press Briefing Room. (Official White House Photo by Joyce N. Boghosian)

Trump May Have Fewer Coronavirus Briefings

It’s about damned time.

Man Whose Twin Brother Died from Spanish Flu Dies from COVID-19

A seemingly impossible coincidence.

The Grim Reality

This isn’t likely to end any time soon.

Saturday’s Forum

It’s that time again.

Working Longer During the Pandemic

Contrary to some expectations, Americans are logging three extra hours of work a day.

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What if Kim Jong Un is Dead?

Some informed speculation.

Thanks, Celebrities

Harsh. But fair?

A Photo for Friday

“Golden Light”

Friday’s Forum

Riddle me not at the end of the week.

White House Coronavirus Update Briefing President Donald J. Trump, joined by Vice President Mike Pence and members of the White House COVID-19 Coronavirus task force, delivers remarks and answers questions from members of the press during a coronavirus update briefing Thursday, April 16, 2020, in the James S. Brady White House Press Briefing Room. (Official White House Photo by Joyce N. Boghosian) White House Coronavirus Update Briefing President Donald J. Trump, joined by Vice President Mike Pence and members of the White House COVID-19 Coronavirus task force, delivers remarks and answers questions from members of the press during a coronavirus update briefing Thursday, April 16, 2020, in the James S. Brady White House Press Briefing Room. (Official White House Photo by Joyce N. Boghosian)

I’m Sorry, What?

Trump made some odd suggestions on today’s Aló Presidente.

Where is Joe? (Revisited)

Thoughts on Biden’s low profile and Trump’s daily exposure.

President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump participate in a tree planting ceremony in honor of Earth Day and Arbor Day Wednesday, April 22, 2020, on the South Lawn of the White House. (Official White House Photo by Andrea Hanks) President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump participate in a tree planting ceremony in honor of Earth Day and Arbor Day Wednesday, April 22, 2020, on the South Lawn of the White House. (Official White House Photo by Andrea Hanks)

Trump in Trouble

Things are not looking good.

Only the Best People, Part ???

Who can keep count?

Some States Reopening Too Soon

We’re putting people in an impossible position.

White House Coronavirus Update Briefing President Donald J. Trump, joined by Vice President Mike Pence and members of the White House COVID-19 Coronavirus task force, delivers remarks and answers questions from members of the press during a coronavirus update briefing Thursday, April 16, 2020, in the James S. Brady White House Press Briefing Room. (Official White House Photo by Joyce N. Boghosian) White House Coronavirus Update Briefing President Donald J. Trump, joined by Vice President Mike Pence and members of the White House COVID-19 Coronavirus task force, delivers remarks and answers questions from members of the press during a coronavirus update briefing Thursday, April 16, 2020, in the James S. Brady White House Press Briefing Room. (Official White House Photo by Joyce N. Boghosian)

Candor on COVID a Firing Offense

President Trump can’t handle the truth.