dsharma23's blog

Why not take the time and write something informative? And while you're at it, check your spelling, too!  Read More »

In one of my political science courses today, we got off on a tangent and started discussing the presidential election. A classmate of mine had brought up how Barack Obama was against the war before it had been executed, and how this was a testament to his superior judgement compared to Hillary Clinton.  Read More »

Trust me, it's okay to stop calling it the "t-word." Just say it. Tax!

Why does a discussion about taxes provoke such inflammatory responses within us? It's because we have the impression that taxes solely exist for the purpose of stealing your money, for the sake of stealing your money. And that's probably one of the biggest myths floating around about taxes.  Read More »

There is a meme out there that has been developing for some time now: that people who support Sen. Obama instead of Sen. Clinton are a bunch mysogynist pricks who just don't want to see a woman rise up. Furthermore, a lot Sen. Clinton's supporters suggest that women who support Sen.  Read More »

It was a tough choice, but I decided to forgo the (good) Steelers game in order to tune in to the debates in New Hampshire. I know, painful.  Read More »

Another day, another recall for Chinese-made products.  Read More »

I'm anxious to write my thoughts after watching the MSNBC Democratic Debate, before I read any commentary which could color my perception of what happened. I guess I should tell you my bias; I have tentatively chosen Obama, but I'm still open to anything (yes, even Kucinich!).  Read More »

I know that Rep. Pete Stark's comment has been all over the news lately. I am one of his constituents, and I called in his office in support of the comments he made. In case you missed it, this is what he said:  Read More »