Real liberty is neither found in despotism or the extremes of democracy, but in moderate governments. – Alexander Hamilton
Today’s independent commentary deals with these people/issues:
May we think of freedom not as the right to do as we please but as the opportunity to do what is right. ― Peter Marshall
Welcome to “Caught My Eye” (CME)!
CME is the once a week column that is posted here every Friday morning. This is when I take a look at some of the stories I did not have time to write about during the week. There may be some sarcasm and pointed independent commentary so be warned!
Here are the topics that “Caught My Eye” this week:
Quote of the day:
The best way to avoid disappointment is to not expect anything from anyone…
Today’s independent commentary deals with the Montana Primary Election. I will provide independent commentary about:
The Montana Primary was held Tuesday. It was not as exciting as I thought it would be. The Montana Secretary of State’s election website did not work for about 40 minutes. I used the New York Times election coverage for Montana and seemed to be ahead of most other folks who were posting the results.
Here are some brief thoughts on some of the races. Thanks to all the candidates!
Kinda feeling like the Earth just sent us all to our rooms to think about what we’ve done. – Unknown
Today’s independent commentary deals with these people/issues:
Guess what? The Western Word is coming to you, STILL, I repeat STILL, coronavirus free, from deep inside an underground bunker in Montana. The bunker also serves as the worldwide headquarters for The Western Word blog!
Quote of the day…
I love sarcasm. It’s like punching people in the face with words. – Unknown
Today’s independent commentary deals with these people/issues:
The Western Word is coming to you, STILL coronavirus free, from deep inside an underground bunker in Montana. The bunker also serves as the worldwide headquarters for The Western Word blog!
Quote of the day…
Your grandparents were called to war. You’re being called to sit on your couch. You can do this. – Unknown
Today’s independent commentary deals with these people/issues:
Staying positive does not mean that things will turn out okay. Rather it is knowing that YOU will be okay no matter how things turn out. – Unknown
Welcome to “Thursday Numbers!” In case you’re a first-time visitor, this is the weekly column where I take a look at the numbers that are in the news (in descending order) and provide commentary sometimes sprinkled with sarcasm, humor, and bluntness.
This week’s topics include U.S. House fundraising, unemployment, Matthew Stafford, Jack Eaton & the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, civil war coming, impeachment poll, America’s Scariest Haunted House, House Republicans – storm troopers, Houston Astros & Washington Nationals, undefeated and winless NFL teams, and much more!
The greatest accomplishment is not in never falling, but in rising again after you fall. – Vince Lombardi
These topics caught my attention in the last 24 hours:
Being positive in a negative situation is not naive. It’s leadership. – Unknown
Welcome to the big column to end the week, “Caught My Eye” (CME)!
If you are a first-time visitor, welcome! CME is the once a week column that is posted here every Friday morning. This is when I take a look at some of the stories I did not have time to write about during the week. There may be some sarcasm and pointed independent commentary so be warned!
Here are the topics that “Caught My Eye” this week:
Try to remember, the greener grass across the fence may be due to a septic tank issue. – Unknown
Welcome to another Monday – the last Monday of June!
Today’s independent commentary deals with these people/issues:
