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The Façade of American ‘Democracy’ – That Which Must Never Be Spoken
“How will the electronic vote count in the 2016 election be verified?” The answer is simple: “It can’t be.” ~ Fitrakis & Wasserman, March 31, 2016
Back in 2004, then Green Party presidential candidate David Cobb put it bluntly: “The…
Study of a man and his grief is ultimately unsatisfying
As a critic, I’ve always been amused when dissenting readers ask the clichéd question, “Did we even see the same movie?” So it’s ironic to realize I’m having the same response to reviews of Manchester by the Sea.
It’s not just that many…
ColumbusMediaInsider: Don't have $50 million? Don't run for governor
This year's election taught us that big money has taken over Ohio politics and that the news media's role in influencing election outcomes has become insignificant. Consider the following three cases in point:
1. Rob Portman and his…
Protecting Our Water Is An Inalienable Right
Central Ohio residents have the opportunity to take direct action to safeguard our water, though we must act fast. The opportunity is through support of the Columbus Community Bill of Rights, the proposed city ordinance that affirms our…