The myth of the presidential grays? NBC NEWS reports something to the contrary of what Americans have always believed: That their presidents age faster than they do. Maybe it is just wishful thinking to assume that Commanders in Chief, with all the stresses of their daily duties, will get older quicker than others. But as … Read more

The State of the Union ‘will be strong’ and other likely things

The union is strong.?As it is every year. Along with commentators stating ‘this is the most important speech of {insert president} political life!’ and ‘this is a make or break moment!’ Not saying it’s not meaningful.. Or that I won’t watch it. But I just most likely watch the post-speech nonsense from talking heads with … Read moreThe State of the Union ‘will be strong’ and other likely things

Oh, to be a fly on the wall tonight in the White House

President Barack Obama and Chinese President Hu Jintao shared a private dinner tonight, according to news organizations reporting on the state visit of the Chinese leader.. Wednesday will feature pomp, circumstance, and lots of PR and photo ops.. But tonight was without the glare of the spotlight, without the prying ears of microphones.. absent grand … Read moreOh, to be a fly on the wall tonight in the White House