Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Flying the Colors – Remembering the HeroesEven when he was deep into his Alzheimer’s state, Dad always seemed to know when it was Memorial Day – Decoration Day, as he called it. I guess it might have been the war movies that showed constantly on the television that clued him in, or maybe he just knew.
Just One of Our Fallen Heroes
As this Memorial Day approaches, the Vietnam War has been over for 35 years, and yet for many of us; the memories of lost friends, and loved ones is indelibly etched in our minds.
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
My Poor LouisianaPictures of oil-soaked birds do not remind me of my Louisiana boyhood, but a Washington television assignment.
The Right to Travel – Not
Cuban Parliament President Ricardo Alarcon was once asked whether Cubans should be entitled the right to travel freely. This prominent member of the island’s political elite responded in the finest style of standup comedy, saying that if this right existed, the sky would become so filled with airplanes that some would collide with others, causing a great disaster.
Monday, May 24, 2010
Our Delegation – How’d they do?Next to stepping down early, one of the hardest things to do is to look back at the just-completed General Assembly session to score the Frederick delegation.
Campaign Diary – Research and Then Some
I had set a deadline of Memorial Day weekend to complete interviews of county staff and other leaders in the county as part of my research. I must say that everyone has been gracious with their time and their sharing of information.
Friday, May 21, 2010
A Senate Fight: Ron YoungBy contesting incumbent state Sen. Alex Mooney, Ron Young guarantees a fight that gives no quarters. They openly detest each other.
The Sheriff’s Race
With the election season now underway nationally, it is time to turn to one of the more interesting local races – the race for sheriff of Frederick County.
2010 Election Candidates
As a public service TheTentacle.com will publish every Friday the list of candidates who have filed for the various elective offices which will appear on the ballot in the September Primary Election. If errors appear, please notify me at info@thetentacle.com.
Thursday, May 20, 2010
Making Choices!The latest is that three county commissioners cut funding to most nonprofit organizations. Bravo, about time they got serious about cuts. I seriously doubt any of these groups is not worthy; that is not the issue.
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Animal lovers’ food fightRecent events and a recent article in The New York Times focused my attention once again to the Humane Society of the United States.
A Review – Funny “Planet Claire”
There may be a plot to the Maryland Ensemble Theatre’s “Planet Claire.” Because of the laughter, approving applause and whole lot of dancing going on, I never found it.
A Horrible Inner Debate
The doctor had told us Suriani was with child and we sat there in a state of shock and protested it was impossible. A vasectomy earlier, plus a diagnosis that she could not have children, had all but negated the possibility; but the facts could not be denied. The doctor made an appointment with an ob-gyn for 9 A.M. the next morning to make sure all was well.
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
A Senate Fight: Alex MooneyThe lack of activity to unseat state Sen. David Brinkley is encouraging; it is also a tribute to the low key that he brings to the job. Although of different political persuasions, David attracted my admiration long ago.
Political Spin and Quelling Discussion
It seems that every time we come into a political season, or when an important piece of legislation is presented, the hue and cry of civil discussion arises. Someone will say exactly what is on their mind and others will chime in that the words used are too harsh. Pollucka!
Monday, May 17, 2010
Campaign Diary – This Balance ThingSo right now, as I’m going to fundraisers, meeting with leaders, researching, and the like, I see what people mean when they told me the following: it’s the campaigning that is the most difficult part of the process of becoming county commissioner. They cite the time needed to do everything and the endurance to execute all of the commitments.
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