Tag Archives: Stephen Miller

Domestic Terrorism

Alan Zendell, January 25, 2026 I doubt that there are many Americans who would disagree that domestic terrorism represents an existential threat to our country. What they may disagree about is identifying who those terrorists are. They are clearly not … Continue reading

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ICE vs The People of Minnesota

Alan Zendell, January 23, 2026 In 2025, a dear old friend moved to St. Paul, MN to spend his final retirement years with his family. For a few months, it was a joyous time, and he looked forward to the … Continue reading

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Irresponsible Madness

Alan Zendell, January 21, 2026 “There is a strong tendency for countries to go along to get along. To accommodate. To avoid trouble. To hope that compliance will buy safety. It won’t.” With those words in a speech delivered in … Continue reading

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Hope For 2026

Alan Zendell, January 2, 2026, The future of our democracy as our Declaration of Independence and Constitution framed it will depend on two things that will occupy most of 2026. The first half of the year belongs to the Supreme … Continue reading

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The Aftermath of Charlie Kirk’s Murder

Alan Zendell, September 13, 2025 I wish I could speak to Matt Robinson, the father of the alleged assassin who killed Charlie Kirk. I suggested to a friend, yesterday, that having to turn his son in to law enforcement must … Continue reading

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Carville and the Midterms

Alan Zendell, July 21, 2025 Thirty-three years ago, when Bill Clinton was running for president, Democratic strategist James Carville burst on the scene. He brought with him an acerbic wit, an unusual talent for political analysis, and a good-old-boy Louisiana … Continue reading

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A Dangerous Distraction

Alan Zendell, June 10, 2025 Sometimes, when the world appears to be spinning out of control, it’s valuable to take a step back. When chaos is everywhere, especially when it’s used as a political tactic, we need to be sure … Continue reading

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Democrats Finally Have the Leader They Desparately Need

Alan Zendell, April 29, 2025 Ever since Donald Trump began his second term, Democrats have been treading water, (some people would say drowning,) hoping a leader would come along to throw them a lifeline. If it were only the Democratic … Continue reading

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Tariffs, Bullying, and Intimidation

Alan Zendell, April 5, 2025 Serious presidents who believe their country’s policies need a major overhaul and care more about their constituents than their own delusions of grandeur surround themselves with the smartest people they can find. The surest sign … Continue reading

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O Canada

Alan Zendell, March 18, 2025 To Americans like me who have always loved Canada and considered our Canadian neighbors our best friends in the world, the actions of the second Trump administration are especially damning. Imagine that one day you … Continue reading

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