Tag Archives for Obama
YP Obama Wins (The defenders of Middle Earth beat back the orcs): What will not happen now
Tweet published in the Yorkshire Post 8 November 2012 In Democratic party committee rooms in Manhattan, I watch a television flash that Barack Obama has taken Ohio and secured re-election. Wild cheers ring out, as four years ago, but this … Continue reading
YP US Campaign Finance … Because American Government Is Still Worth Paying For
Tweet pubished in the Yorkshire Post 6 November 2012 During the 1992 US elections, I was privileged to observe the campaign of Congressman William Natcher in Kentucky. Mr Natcher disdained all modern media and employed no staff. He campaigned … Continue reading
Mitt Romney and America’s troubled teen industry
Tweet Another letter to Mitt Romney, prompted by his associations with America’s “troubled teen” industry. Also published by HEAL, US advocacy organization for children and young people. Proposals also sent to President Obama. May become election issue. Dear Mr Romney, … Continue reading