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.

Thursday’s Forum

Off my game, but that doesn’t stop the hot takes.

Second Wave Worst Than the First?

The CDC director predicts a double whammy when flu season hits.

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When Unemployment Pays More Than Your Job

Unintended consequences of a necessary policy.

Wednesday’s Forum

Transmit the message to the receiver.

Fifteen 9/11s

Another grim milestone.

Undercounting Covid-19 Deaths?

These figures indicate that we are experiencing a serious global health crisis that is, empirically, a deviation from the norm.

That’s Not How It Works

Bad journalism is not needed right now.

Rumor Has It…

North Korea’s Supreme Leader, Kim Jong Un, may be seriously ill.

Michelle Obama Shouldn’t Be Vice President

Especially for Joe Biden.

Fairfax Schools Give Incompetence a Bad Name

A fiasco wrapped in a clusterfuck.

Tuesday’s Forum

No time for shades of gray. What do you really think?

Monday’s Forum

Not playing games.

Sunday’s Forum

Share in the rich tapestry of opinion in today’s forum.