Careful what you wish for — you might get it The lead story in our local newspaper (DP-07-22-21) concerns a letter to the president of the United […]
Tag: Jan. 6
The must-see Jan. 6 hearings
by Virginia Heffernan “Let that sink in” is among the most persistent refrains on political Twitter. Jolts have hit American brains too fast and too furious over […]
Why is Congress forcing a pay cut on Guard troops?
The mob of Donald Trump supporters that unleashed an insurrection on the Capitol building Jan. 6 put Washington, D.C. — and the rest of the country — […]
It’s all about the narratives
by David Zurawik I want to thank Fox News host Tucker Carlson and Maryland U.S. Rep. Andy Harris for providing me with some clarity. Really. Last week, […]
Public access to Tanios hearing cut short
MORGANTOWN — A status hearing for George Tanios, the Morgantown business owner accused of taking part in the events of Jan. 6 at the Capitol, was only […]
Facebook extends Trump ban until 2023, but that is not nearly enough
by David Zurawik Facebook extended the ban on former President Donald Trump from its platform until 2023, the social media giant announced Friday. It is, according to […]
RIP Jan. 6 commission
Senate Republicans killed the Jan. 6 commission. Sen. Shelley Moore Capito was one of 35 senators to deliver the death blow to a bipartisan, independent body that […]
Guest essay: Rep. McKinley sets standard for Congress to follow
by Zach Wamp and Meredith McGehee When newly elected members of Congress are sworn in, they are called on to take an oath of office. This is […]
Kevin McCarthy wants to arm his caucus for the 2022 battle
For Republicans to win back the majority in the House, Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy said GOP candidates, whether they are incumbents or challengers, must spend time with […]
The country needs the Jan. 6 commission
The U.S. Senate is expected to vote before its Memorial Day recess on legislation establishing an independent commission to investigate the Jan. 6 insurrection at the Capitol. […]
