Tag Archives: politics

Attack on Iran – Are We Safer?

Posted on March 1, 2026 by Allen Mesch

Iranian Missiles (NY Times) On Saturday, the world learned that the United States and Israel had begun attacking Iran. The targets included the country’s leadership, missile sites, and nuclear operations. Iran retaliated with attacks on US military positions, Israel, and … Continue reading →

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Slavery Ends in U.S., but Inequality Continues

Posted on February 24, 2026 by Allen Mesch

There is an interesting video making the rounds on the Internet. In the video a Black man explains how slavery has been with us for centuries. The enslaved people included all ethnicities, colors, and nationalities. Some people cite the Bible … Continue reading →

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There Are Monsters Among Us

Posted on February 8, 2026 by Allen Mesch

“But these weren’t the kind of monsters that had tentacles and rotting skin, the kind a seven-year-old might be able to wrap his mind around–they were monsters with human faces, in crisp uniforms, marching in lockstep, so banal you don’t … Continue reading →

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Coercion or Compassion

Posted on January 31, 2026 by Allen Mesch

The national conflict between ICE agents and protesters inspired me to paint the following painting. The actions of ICE are contrary to our First Amendment right of free speech and lawful assembly. The photographs of ICE agents attacking innocent citizens … Continue reading →

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Remembering Martin Luther King, Jr.

Posted on January 17, 2026 by Allen Mesch

I thought that I would gather some quotes by Reverend King to celebrate MLK Day on January 19, 2026. As I collected Dr. King’s words, I was struck by how many are relevant today as they were during his lifetime. … Continue reading →

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Viewing Recommendations

Posted on January 12, 2026 by Allen Mesch

I recommend two new movies that are based on past events, but are as relevant today as they were then. The first is Nuremberg. It describes events during the 1940s trials of the chief Nazi war criminals. Nuremberg is a … Continue reading →

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We Are Better Than This – Part 7

Posted on April 15, 2025 by Allen Mesch

What’s going on in Washington? The tariffs are on, then they’re off, then they’re on again, then they’re off—high tariffs on China, except for electronics. Who are the president’s economic advisors? Is it Larry, Moe, Curly, or all three? Government … Continue reading →

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We Are Better Than This – Part 1

Posted on February 26, 2025 by Allen Mesch

“Fasten your seatbelts; it’s going to be a bumpy ride.” The warning from Bette Davis could be applied to the political situation in America. One political party is content to allow their leader to run “roughshod” over the semblance of … Continue reading →

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Succession? Seriously?

Posted on January 13, 2025 by Allen Mesch

Some Texans are talking about seceding. It is unlikely that the United States government would let Texas steal quietly away. It didn’t happen in 1861, so it’s unlikely that the separation would be viewed cordially. Before considering what Texas would … Continue reading →

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Democracy

Posted on October 29, 2024 by Allen Mesch

What is Democracy? The word democracy means “rule by the people,” and empowers individuals to exercise political control over the form and functions of their government. In a democracy, the people elect representatives to make decisions, policies, laws, etc. according … Continue reading →

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