Lessons from Crisis The popular saying that "we shouldn't let a good crisis go to waste" applies to the regular people and citizens, not just to politicians. In fact, politicians often use such thinking to make things worse. But the regular people can do a lot of good during times of crises. In fact, they usually do. Right now is no exception. … [Read more...]
Founding a New Kind of Media? by Oliver DeMille
February 6, 2017 by Leave a Comment
by Oliver DeMille Generations We are on the verge of a new media era in America. The first occurred during the American Founding, and was characterized mostly by articles and pamphlets—short, direct commentaries by numerous citizens on whatever topics they considered important. The second era was dominated by full-time commentators and … [Read more...]
An Obama, Adams, and Jefferson Debate by Oliver DeMille
June 1, 2015 by Leave a Comment
(Should Presidents be Treated Like Royalty?) by Oliver DeMille News and Fans A strange thing happened recently. President Obama visited my state, just a quick flight and a few meetings. But to watch the state news reports, you would think the most important celebrity in all of history was visiting. The media simply fawned over the president. The … [Read more...]
