The news that a USPS mailbox was lit on fire in Phoenix, damaging several ballots, rattled me more than I initially expected. I couldn’t fathom how a single act of arson could affect the voting process, especially during such a crucial time. It’s astonishing to think that someone would willingly engage in a destructive act like this, facing the possibility of three years in prison and a hefty fine. One has to wonder about the mind of someone who would choose to disrupt the democratic process simply to get themselves arrested, as the suspect Dieter Klofkorn claimed.
The fact that Klofkorn stated there was no political motivation behind his actions made me pause.… Continue reading
Donald Trump, the man who never fails to surprise us with his audacity, is once again making headlines for threatening a lawsuit against an ad that uses his own words to discourage mail voting. The irony and hypocrisy in this situation are so thick that you could cut it with a knife. It’s almost comical to see Trump squirm when faced with the consequences of his own actions.
For someone who has repeatedly claimed that the justice system is rigged against him, he sure does love to run to court at every opportunity. The fact that he wants to sue for an ad simply using his own words is a testament to his inability to take responsibility for his actions.… Continue reading
It’s truly astounding to witness the lengths to which the Trump-infused Republican National Committee is willing to go in order to suppress the vote and sabotage the democratic process. Instead of focusing on policies and platforms that would actually attract voters, they are doubling down on legal challenges and stratagems to undermine the integrity of our elections. It’s a sad state of affairs when a political party prioritizes power grabs over fair and free elections.
The decision to dismantle the GOP’s mail-in voter effort is not just short-sighted, it’s a blatant disregard for the rights of voters, especially those who rely on mail-in ballots for accessibility or safety reasons.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker