FEMA: A History of Government Inefficiency and Bureaucratic Stupidity
The problem with FEMA is simple: it’s a massive federal bureaucracy that’s too slow and too detached from the actual disaster zones it’s supposed to help.
The problem with FEMA is simple: it’s a massive federal bureaucracy that’s too slow and too detached from the actual disaster zones it’s supposed to help. Instead of boots on the ground and immediate relief, we get **red tape** and the nonsensical requirement to “apply online” for assistance, when most people can’t even charge their phones, let alone find an internet connection in the middle of a natural disaster. And even if you manage to get your application in, don’t hold your breath waiting for a response. The bureaucratic labyrinth that FEMA has become means that by the time help arrives, the disaster victims may have rebuilt their houses on their own—without government help, of course…READ MORE…
With “Republicans” Like This, Who Needs Democrats?
Two ex-members of Congress are showing why we need to be rid of a professional political class
Adam Kinzinger and Liz Cheney, ex-congresspersons are both only known because they are militant never Trumpers. Now that their time on the two seasons of January 6th- The Committee is over, they need something to keep themselves relevant. So they will campaign for Democrats against their fellow (snicker) Republicans…READ MORE…
Democracy: Is the US Defining the Right Target for National Security? Part 2
We hear a lot about democracy in the elections today. But what is really, and what does it need to sprout and flourish?
An informed and capable electorate depends upon ready access to information and the capability to sort through biases, misinformation and incorrect information to understand the critical issues. This requires a sound educational system and a free press. Without either, the electorate cannot make wise choices when it goes to the polls…READ MORE…
Evening Soup with Basement Joe, Vol III - Episode 117: Vice Presidents in Hiding, and Mannish Water Soup
Political Satire: Having trouble surviving these times? You're not alone. Join us in columnist John F. Di Leo's exploration of an alternate universe, where we imagine the impossible:
Joe Buckstop, an aging, corrupt old fool, somehow becomes president in his basement, and every night, an aide has to bring him his soup and discuss the events of the day as he prepares to receive his nightly meds...READ MORE…
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