Tag: Commentary

A previous FOIA request by Judicial Watch revealed that 28 DHS officials had at least sometimes used private, web-based email for official government work. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

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Are we going to need a tougher rule on feds’ private email use?

David Freddoso · February 14, 2017 7:35 pm

Oakley's job was to push, shove and fight over perceived transgressions on (and off) the court. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)

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The New York Knicks should be cursed for what they’ve done to Charles Oakley

Sean Roman Strockyj · February 14, 2017 6:44 pm

A three-judge panel in the North Carolina Supreme Court has lifted the stay on the confirmation process of state Cabinet nominees. (iStock by Getty Images)

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North Carolina Republicans get a small win in court

David Freddoso · February 14, 2017 6:28 pm

Reps. Mark Walker and Mark Meadows demanded complete repeal of Obamacare long before a replacement's available. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

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The power couple preparing to force Ryan’s hand on Obamacare

Philip Wegmann · February 14, 2017 6:22 pm

What is a major scandal is that Flynn is not only a demonstrated kook on social media, but also a liar. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

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‘Flynngate’ is no Watergate, but it’s exactly the sort of thing Congress should investigate

David Freddoso · February 14, 2017 6:06 pm

President Trump scored lowest with respondents when asked whether he is "honest and trustworthy." (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

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Gallup poll finds clear majorities of Americans see Trump as strong leader who keeps promises

Emily Jashinsky · February 14, 2017 5:15 pm

#TradeValentines, for those in love with free trade. (iStock by Getty Images)

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Celebrate free trade and Valentines Day with the best of #TradeValentines

Jason Russell · February 14, 2017 4:49 pm

We need a new legal test for privacy, balancing the immense advantage technology gives government to snoop. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)

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CBS show ‘Hunted’ spotlights our surveillance nation

Steven Titch · February 14, 2017 4:34 pm

Current rules typically force wireless companies to go through regulatory procedures that were put in place for giant cellphone towers for each individual small cell, despite the fact that small cell technology will both supplement and complement the large towers going forward. (Creative Commons photo)

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Virginia faces a choice: Bureaucratic over-regulation or forward-facing tech policy?

Kevin Glass · February 14, 2017 4:12 pm

Dropping National Security Adviser Mike Flynn from the administration Monday night was the biggest step Trump has taken yet to clear the air around him regarding the excessive coziness with Russia. (AP Photo/John Locher)

Removing Flynn helps clear the stench of Russia

Washington Examiner · February 14, 2017 2:13 pm

If each individual is given his chance to prove his own merits, a mix of some sort will prevail. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)

Diversify this

Noemie Emery · February 14, 2017 5:04 am

Dreams turn into real professional opportunities for the millions of people who work in America's hotel and lodging industry. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer)

How the hotel industry benefits communities

Katherine Lugar · February 14, 2017 5:01 am