by design | Nov 6, 2023 | Black, Columnist
Four more years? By Dr. Harold A. Black blackh@knoxfocus.com haroldblackphd.com I am suffering from Trump Fatigue Syndrome (TFS). Trump dominates the news. When he was president, 92% percent of the media coverage of him was negative. Amazingly – but not surprising –...
by design | Oct 30, 2023 | Black, Columnist
The Speakership Mess: A Modest Proposal By Dr. Harold A. Black blackh@knoxfocus.com haroldblackphd.com The Republican caucus is a mess. Unlike the Democrats who seem to be able to vote unanimously on most issues despite some ideological differences, the Republicans...
by design | Oct 23, 2023 | Black, Columnist
Is it appropriate to demand appropriate dress? By Dr. Harold A. Black blackh@knoxfocus.com haroldblackphd.com Of course, it won’t happen but suppose everyone decided to follow the lead of John Fetterman and dress casually? Fetterman, if you don’t know, is a Senator...
by design | Oct 16, 2023 | Black, Columnist
Tim Burchett’s Vote By Dr. Harold A. Black blackh@knoxfocus.com haroldblackphd.com My colleagues — former Rep. John J. Duncan Jr. and Focus publisher Steve Hunley — are more qualified to reflect on Representative Tim Burchett’s vote to vacate the speakership to oust...
by design | Oct 9, 2023 | Black, Columnist
Bill Lee’s Abuse of Eminent Domain By Dr. Harold A. Black blackh@knoxfocus.com haroldblackphd.com I don’t know Tennessee Governor Bill Lee. I voted for him despite his going to Auburn and being a KA (Kappa Alpha fraternity). That fraternity was known for its racism....
by design | Oct 2, 2023 | Black, Columnist
By Dr. Harold A. Black blackh@knoxfocus.com haroldblackphd.com Before the Civil War, this country was referenced as a plurality as in “the United States are.” Afterward, it became singular: “the United States is.” Now it may be appropriate to once again refer to the...
