Socialists v. the Senate
Political parties tend to harshly reject the idea that they are a threat to the constitutional order, but the Democratic Socialists of America are making it part of their brand. The DSA has released a new program that, besides contemplating the advent of a classless society, calls for ...
Staying safe when out on the water
While summer might be winding down, conditions remain hot enough that taking to the often-cooler conditions on water is tempting. So the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has reminded all boaters to share the water and use safe practices. The state’s waters are enjoyed by swimmers, anglers, recreational boaters and paddlers alike during the summer months. Boaters should be aware of others on the water and give space. “We urge boaters to be mindful of their speed and wake size and how it can impact all others enjoying the water – including other motorboats, paddlers and ...
Bring back ‘nattering nabobs’
President Trump’s performance at last Friday’s retooled White House Correspondents’ Dinner made me nostalgic for the days of Vice President Spiro Agnew, President Richard Nixon’s media attack dog. In a speech, Agnew called politicians critical of Nixon administration policies ...
MIOSHA recommends workplaces review their safety practices
With a full five months still left in the year, the state already has seen 21 workplace fatalities in 2026, according to the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration. It has MIOSHA urging employers and workers to take proactive steps to identify hazards, communicate safety concerns and stop work when conditions become unsafe. That message is underscored by three recent trench collapses in Michigan within a two-day period, including one that resulted in a worker’s death July 1, MIOSHA states in a news release. The incidents highlight the importance of reassessing ...
Kentucky governor demands McConnell prove he’s able to serve or resign
WASHINGTON (AP) — Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, a rising national figure in the Democratic Party, is calling on the state’s Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell to either prove that he is fit to continue serving after his lengthy hospital stay or resign from office. Beshear made the demand in a ...