My Grandfather gave me a pocket Constitution when I was 7 years old

By: Tavern Keeper (Diary)  |  April 26th at 12:11 AM  | 

Some RedStaters may remember the one I am talking about.  It was the same size as the one the Heritage Foundation is giving away now, but instead of the painting of the signing of the Constitution on the front it had a black-and-white illustrated depiction of a minuteman.  Something about it I particularly remember was the image of the “IRS Man” running from the spider | Read More »

Comprehensive: Caveat emptor

By: Tavern Keeper (Diary)  |  May 19th at 12:45 AM  | 

“Comprehensive” sounds good.  Really good.  It sounds like serious-minded people are rolling up their sleeves to tackle big issues with big answers.  It sounds like a forward thinking, all-inclusive strategy.  It sounds responsible, it sounds bold, and it sounds good. Now think about this: 1. Comprehensive immigration reform 2. Comprehensive energy policy 3. Comprehensive healthcare reform The latter one of these is the law of | Read More »