TheWiseOldFart

 A;Abor Op-ed by TheWiseOldFart For this almost 78-year-old man, America can be defined by compassion, understanding, and acceptance, founded on the principles of personal freedom, individual rights, and equality for all. Unfortunately, over the last 43 years, one political party has rejected these principles and formed a united front to deny the rights of minorities, the working class, and women. Therefore, most of my articles involve the negativity which exists in 21 st century America. When I find a positive story reflecting actions which are aligned with most of the world’s developed nations, my hope for our country is renewed. Today, I am pleased to report not one, but two stories which bring light into many recent dark and dismal days. WOMEN’S RIGHTS AND EQUALITY FOR THE LGBTQ COMMUNITY In 1864, 48 years before Arizona became a state, a law was passed designed to prevent any and all abortions in what would become known as the Grand Canyon State. Women across Ariz...

Op-ed by TheWiseOldFart It is clear that what no American voter wanted will happen on November 5 th : a rematch of the 2020 election. If another contest between two old, white men is the best both parties can do, we will never have a functional government again. Making the November 5 th a complete remake of 2020 will likely be the fact that more voters will be voting against Trump than for President Biden. I am positive that I was not alone in 2020. I was not a huge supporter of Mr. Biden, but I would have voted for anyone if it would prevent Trump from causing more damage to our nation if given another four years and assistance from his handler, Vladimir Putin. Contrary to Trump’s “big lie,” President Biden crushed the orange buffoon by about eight million votes in 2020 in the only number that should count, the popular vote. A historic voter turnout guaranteed a win for Mr. Biden. The question is, “will this happen again?” I’m doubtful. It’s hard to encourage voters to go to the poll...