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Politics in the U.S. is depressing

Posted on September 10, 2016 by tgilson

Coming back from Ireland to the current political situation in the U.S. is so depressing. We have candidates who are a laughing stock around the world. Yes, Washington hasn’t worked well for many years. Yes, I get the criticisms against … Continue reading →

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Personal Guarantee

Posted on August 22, 2015 by tgilson

A friend of mine came up with a brilliant idea: all political promises have to be backed by the personal financial guarantee of the person making the promise. Why? Because we are all tired of being told that some new … Continue reading →

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Embassy closures: Are we erring too far on the side of caution?

Posted on August 10, 2013 by tgilson

For those of us who have lived in countries when embassies close, it can be a very isolating feeling.  The first time it happened to me I was reminded that the purpose of a U.S. Embassy is NOT to be … Continue reading →

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New York Men: Perhaps it’s time to write a political novel …

Posted on August 3, 2013 by tgilson

As many of you know, I love to write trashy spy novels.  What is happening in Manhattan is making me wonder if I should also attempt trashy political novels.  Although, I don’t think I could have ever come up with … Continue reading →

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Inaugural Address fell short: President’s focus should be international

Posted on February 1, 2013 by tgilson

The one aspect of the Inauguration that is serious is the Inaugural Address.  I was disappointed in this one.  The President barely mentioned anything about what is America’s future role internationally or any of the issues facing us outside of … Continue reading →

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We avoided the ‘fiscal cliff’ … for now

Posted on January 4, 2013 by tgilson

Whew!  Thanks to some rational people we avoided the “fiscal cliff.”  And since all sides hate it, it probably isn’t as bad as the whiners make it out to be.  Of course, we only postponed the big battle for a … Continue reading →

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Political conventions: Who’s up for a one-night stand?

Posted on August 31, 2012 by tgilson

As a D.C. resident, I do a happy dance when the political players leave town — at least for the moment — for their respective conventions.  We can park on the street.  The roads have little traffic. Grocery stores do … Continue reading →

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