Author Archives: jackpelham

…the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth. The phrase above, taken from the traditional American oath for witnesses in court cases, has developed from the wisdom of the ages. That is, humans have figured out over time … Continue reading →

If you experienced even one highly-excellent event in your schooling years, you can probably relate to what I want to say here. For some, it might have been winning the big game. For others, putting on a great play or … Continue reading →

Empowering Constitution-supporting citizens to remove bad-acting members of Congress with the help of state courts. (See the full text of the bill below.) I’ve drafted a bill to help the states solve one of America’s greatest problems. That problem is … Continue reading →

This article concerns a recent chart I put together, so let’s start there. Suppose you were an imaginary State X, which entered the Union as a sovereign political entity, and only joined because of a handful of intended benefits that … Continue reading →

I’m not writing to create a full essay on American civic behavior, but rather, to point out just a couple of curious things. I posted meme pictured here on Facebook this morning, and then had further thoughts about it that … Continue reading →

Once upon a time, there was a fox who could not reach the grapes he wanted. As he reflected on the scenario, he was dissatisfied with the truth of the matter: that he was unable to find a way to … Continue reading →

Whether we like this or not about reality, here’s the fact: The path to hypocrisy is a short one. Billy declares that “People should clean up after themselves!”, but Billy is just one decision away from leaving a mess himself–especially … Continue reading →

Are we simply done with law and order? Are we done with justice and fairness? Do we no longer value such things as a society? Do we intend to let the pendulum swing perpetually in the direction of unruliness and … Continue reading →

Here’s what you must understand: When a political/economic regime has the power to control…. Hollywood The news media—print, internet, radio, and TV The healthcare industry College faculty World markets Big Tech Big Pharma The Federal Reserve The United States Government … Continue reading →