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Op-ed by TheWiseOldFart Samuel Alito was nominated for an open seat on the Supreme Court by George W. Bush in October of 2005, and confirmed by the Senate in January of 2006. His nomination forced close scrutiny from the left. Alito’s actions in a lower court were often controversial. However, after he swore to remain impartial, and was confirmed by a vote of 58-42. Like all right-wing politicians, he lied. ALITO AND THOMAS ARE OBVIOUSLY MEMBERS OF TRUMP’S CULT Both Alito and Clarence Thomas, who was appointed in 1991 by George H.W. Bush, continue to support issues important to the extremist faction of those who call themselves Republicans. We know that Thomas’ wife, “Ginny,” was present at the beginning of the January 6 insurrection. She openly supports the worst president in history. Records show that she and her husband received gifts in the form of luxury vacations from billionaire supporters who favor fascism, and the end of democracy in America. Alito continues his futile efforts

Op-ed by TheWiseOldFart It’s happened to everyone, more than once. A situation, a conversation, maybe a pitch by a salesman. All we knew was “something didn’t seem right.” I learned that sometimes common sense must take precedence over everything else, or suffer the consequences. One of the reasons why anyone ignores facts, probably responding, “I don’t believe that,” is because common sense has become uncommon in 2024. GUILTY, GUILTY, AND GUILTY Communication in the 21st century is instant and often infused with facts, undeniable facts. However, millions of Americans have lost their ability to accept reality. In a court of law, facts can be twisted. The same is true with “news” broadcasts and podcasts. To gain an individual’s confidence, tell them what they want to hear. Just ask any professional politician. As a writer, my philosophy has always remained the same. When I am presented with a story, I neither believe nor disbelieve its veracity. I look at the facts, but even then, I loo

Op­-ed by TheWiseOldFart We have known for a long time that Justice Clarence Thomas and his wife, Ginny, are supporters of the leader of fascism in America, Donald Trump. Recently Justice Samuel Alito confirmed his allegiance to the orange buffoon. Therefore, for the sake of justice, they cannot be involved in any case brought before the Court involving the insurrection on January 6, 2021. This is clearly a situation of conflict of interests. When two of America’s greatest enemies stacked the Court with three individuals who are biased towards the views of right-wing extremists, the SCOTUS lost all of its credibility and respect. It will only become worse if it literally flips America the middle finger and blatantly displays its fealty to America’s worst, illegitimate president. HOW CAN A GOVERNMENT SURVIVE THROUGH CORRUPTION AND LIES TO ITS PEOPLE I understand that because I will soon be 78 years of age, you expect me to support anyone in authority without reservation. You are very, v

Op-ed by TheWiseOldFart I believe that few Americans understand the devastation caused by Trump and Moscow Mitch McConnell when they violated their ethics, if they ever had any, and stacked the Supreme Court with extremists. Our country was damaged when Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito were confirmed in 1991 and 2005. However, the Court remained balanced, and the highest Court in the land continued to function. However, Moscow Mitch’s hypocritical support for Donald Trump was part of a plan to accomplish a lifetime goal. Trump is a fool. He is easily manipulated by those who understand his mental weakness. This malignant narcissist is desperate for undeserved praise and relevance. TRUMP HAD NO INPUT REGARDING THE NOMINEES HE SUPPORTED FOR THE COURT It was not Trump who nominated three totally unqualified Supreme Court candidates. He knows nothing about anything in our government. Moscow Mitch took advantage of his disease and gave him the names: Neil Gorsuch, Brett Kavanaugh, and Amy C

Op-ed by TheWiseOldFart   The government of the United States of America is the most corrupt, and the least effective in the free world in 2024 . The one branch of government which gave me some hope was the Supreme Court, until 2020.   Today’s Court is stacked 6-3 in favor of the former Republican Party. On one of the darkest days in our na ti on’s history, five men and one woman removed a guarantee to all women that they could legally make decisions about their own mental and phy sical health, and their future. On June 24, 2022, these cowardly, anti-Americans repeal ed a 49-year-old decision by a legitimate Court known as Roe v Wade.   I FIND NO REDEEMING QUALITIES IN THESE REPUBLICAN PUPPETS   The first time I watched Senate hearings for the purpose of confirming a Supreme Court justice was in 1991.   The first Black justice, Thurgood Marshall, retired, and George H.W. Bu sh nominated another Black man to fill his seat , Clarence Thomas.   The hearings became highly animated and