Uncertainty Reigns As We Count Down to Nov. 8

November 7, 2016

The polls now show a race that appears practically even on a national level.

As Ohio Goes, So Goes the Nation

November 2, 2016

On Labor Day, Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump started the formal race for the White House in Ohio, the ultimate bellwether state in this and every presidential election.

‘Star Trek’ Still Relevant at 50


Today is the 50th anniversary of the launch of “Star Trek,” the power of which is felt across generations, says author and advertising executive Dave Marinaccio.

All About Politics: Trump, Hillary, Senate Races, Obama in Kalorama

October 31, 2016

Will “Hillary Republicans” offset Trump’s “silent supporters”? Will the Senate add Democrats? Will the outgoing president feel the sting of taxation without representation?

Rigged Elections in D.C.? Really?

October 27, 2016

With the 2016 presidential election just two weeks away (early voting in D.C. started Saturday), the talk last weekend was all about rigged elections. But how much of a threat […]

Pennsylvania Is Clinton’s Keystone State


The state that is the most important for Hillary Clinton to carry is Pennsylvania. In a previous column, I wrote about the state of Ohio. In that column, I made […]

Georgetown Homeless: Time for Tough Love?


No doubt most people feel sorry for the homeless in our midst. Georgetowners are generally generous and compassionate; we feel an obligation to help the poor. Liberal guilt also abounds. […]

The Georgetowner Endorses


**For the Democratic Nomination for President:** *Hillary Clinton* Come on, Bernie, you’ve made your point. Now join forces with the rest of us in the battle against you-know-who. There is […]

Pennsylvania Is Clinton’s Keystone State

October 26, 2016

The state that is the most important for Hillary Clinton to carry is Pennsylvania. In a previous column, I wrote about the state of Ohio. In that column, I made […]

Rigged Elections in D.C.? Really?


With the 2016 presidential election just two weeks away (early voting in D.C. started Saturday), the talk last weekend was all about rigged elections. But how much of a threat […]