By J. Randolph Evans – Why do folks read this column?  Based on the letters to the editors, there are a few reasons (some not so good, some downright funny).  One good reason is that readers get a pretty good preview of things to come long before they happen.  As political insider Matt Towery often notes, prognosticating is a lot of fun at the time, but can be a little … Read more...

By J. Randolph Evans – The two most underused words in the world are “thank you.” So often, in the whirl of current events and the frantic pace of nonstop lifestyles, there never seems to be enough time to stop and recognize the truly priceless gifts from the few. Yet, they ask so little and give so much.

Thank you Marine Pfc. Jason H. Estopinal who died while serving his … Read more...

By J. Randolph Evans – Every year about this time, folks – young and old – think about all the things that they wish for. Politicians wish for more power. Presidents wish for better approval ratings. Companies wish for more customers. And people wish for more jobs. Amidst it all, there is often a brutal reminder that puts everything back into perspective. While most people wish for many things, people … Read more...