Jerry Stratton's Blog, page 57

Should people dismantle their life’s work, to enter politics?

With someone from outside the political class breaking into the White House, the political class is looking to build some border walls of their own.

Champaign, Illinois: Orphans Treasure Box

In what looks like a warehouse district in Champaign, Orphans Treasure Box sells inexpensive used books “to support orphans, foster children, and families”.

Lessons for new Presidents: Entangling long-term alliances

How will our foreign policy change after President Obama’s Fortress America?

Election lessons: The Supreme Court and the New Tone

If the left really wants to reign in Donald Trump, they should force him to stick to the list of potential Supreme Court nominations that he announced before the election.

The Levenger Ambi Folio

One of the best writing purchases I’ve made has been the Levenger Ambi Folio. It’s been a near-constant companion when I go out to write.

Congratulations, and condolences

To those whose candidate won; congratulations. To those whose candidate lost, condolences.

Voting Nobody in 2016

You want an election where Nobody is worth voting for? You’ve got it.

Tomato-cucumber sandwich on sweet bread

To celebrate National Sandwich Day, this toasted sandwich is a nice change of pace from loaded Dagwood and cheesy layered concoctions. I enjoy the hell out of them, but sometimes I want something simpler.

Round Rock extends dangerously low speed limits on Highway 79?

Are accidents along Highway 79 in Round Rock the result of speed limits that are too high, or are they the result of speed limits too far below the 85th percentile?

Texas and Round Rock

News from Texas, and especially Round Rock/Austin.