Tag: Officials

Should We Have an Age Limit for Our Elected Officials?

After extended health struggles, U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein (D) of California passed away on September 29, 2023 at 90 years old. U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell (R) of Kentucky, 81 years old, suddenly froze in two different press conferences in recent months. The 118th Congress, the c...

Republicans are Firing or Intimidating Local Election Officials

Today, I want to talk about a very serious issue — county election staffs. This was prompted by the wholesale resignation of the election staff of Buckingham County, Virginia. There is now no way in that county to register to vote or register a candidacy if you wish to run for office. ...

Denver Officials Conduct Two Sweeps of Migrant Encampment in One Week

Denver, Colorado — In a week marked by heightened tension and growing concerns, Denver city officials have carried out two sweeps of a migrant encampment located at 51st and Emerson streets. These actions come as part of a broader effort to enforce the camping ban on Denver-owned park pro...

How Roman Emperors Became Gods

The authority of Roman officials has always had a sacred aspect since ancient times. It was believed that the gods guided state decisions, especially “the father of gods,” Jupiter, and “the benevolent counselor” Juno. The legendary Numa Pompilius, the second king of Rome, fou...