Jim Flanigan Looks at the World
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The people behind the move from Merry Christmas to Happy Holidays are now addressing the iconic character that, up to now, has been known as Santa Claus. Continue reading “Santa Claus to be Replaced by Mr. Claus”
Republican presidential primary front-running candidate Donald Trump continues his campaign of insults without apologies. This highly unusual strategy was initially thought to be sure to backfire and be short-lived, pandering only to the lowest stratum of US society. However, that has not appeared to be the case, and Trump continues his insulting barrage against individuals and groups. Continue reading “Trump Continues Insult Onslaught Undeterred”
While governors across the USA have suggested they will take whatever measures they can to deny admittance to Syrian refugees into their states, a spokesperson for Syrian refugees arriving in the USA has specifically requested that they be denied admittance to any state in the Deep South. Continue reading “Refugees Reject Red States”
It appears that Starbucks will offer a compromise to quell the hue & cry resulting from their plain red holiday cups this season. Starbucks will now offer optional holiday patterns on the red cups as they have in years past, but at a premium price. Continue reading “Starbucks Holiday Cup Controversy Resolved”
Republican presidential hopefuls should feel more comfortable with the next debate hosted by conservative-friendly Fox Business Network. The last debate hosted by CNBC featured significant squabbling between the candidates and liberal-media moderators with plenty of perceived “gotcha” questions. Fox Business promises a smoother format that will permit the candidates more opportunity to present their campaign platforms without interference from partisan moderators. Continue reading “Fox Business Network Promises Smoother Republican Debate”
A statement issued by the National Rifle Association in the wake of the stabbing attack at the UC Merced campus decried the use of a knife in the attack. Continue reading “NRA Decries University of California Merced Stabbings”
Jeb Bush has launched his “Jeb Can Fix it” campaign as his presidential aspirations continue to dissipate into the ether. This new campaign appears to have a dual purpose. Continue reading ““Jeb Can Fix It” Campaign Portends Bush’s Next Career”
Police and Law Enforcement officials in most parts of the country have received special instructions and training for this Halloween. They have been warned to curtail their instincts to shoot first, especially when it comes to suspicious looking masked people.
Rather than debating who won or who lost the CNBC Republican debate, I am pleased to offer random thoughts on each candidate.
Chris Christie – Is there any doubt that Christie bets on daily fantasy sports? He was sure quick to deflect that topic.
Mike Huckabee – I was not sure if Huckabee is running for President or for Donald Trump’s VP slot.
Carly Fiorina – She may want to talk to the House Benghazi Committee before challenging Hillary Clinton to a debate.
Continue reading “Random Thoughts on the CNBC Republican Debate Candidates”
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