John Rothmann reflects on the passing of Ben Bradlee and how if there’s a story to be covered in heaven, Bradlee would cover it brilliantly.
John Rothmann: What If The Republicans Capture The Senate?
John Rothmann asks the question ‘What if the Republicans capture the Senate?’ With 2 weeks until the election, it looks like a possibility.
John Rothmann: Hillary Is Running Hard for 2016
Hillary Clinton did not announce that she is running, but it was clear as she appeared in San Francisco that she is running hard for 2016. John Rothmann explains.
John Rothmann: Ebola and Hysteria
Amidst all of the hysteria, there needs to be ultimate accountability about what is being said about Ebola. John Rothmann comments.
John Rothmann: Saving Kobani
John Rothmann asks whether the U.S. drop of small arms, food, and supplies is enough to save Kobani from Islamic State.
John Rothmann: Temple Mount – Sacred to Three Faiths, Middle of Conflict
Conflict over the Temple Mount in Jerusalem grows after Abbas statement saying Jews have “no right to go there.”
John Rothmann: Natural Grass Vs. Artificial Turf
John Rothmann discusses the benefits of natural grass playing fields over artificial turf.
John Rothmann: Is the 2016 Presidential Race Already Shaping Up?
The latest 2016 presidential polls put Romney and Clinton in the lead.
John Rothmann: How Much Should We Fear the Political Process Around Ebola?
John Rothmann says the only thing we have to fear is Ebola itself.
John Rothmann: Texas Voter ID Decision
John Rothmann says the Supreme Court decision on the Texas voter ID law is an affront to democracy.
John Rothmann: The Importance of Amriyat al Fallujah
John Rothmann talks about how the town of Amriyat al Fallujah is the gateway to Baghdad. If it falls, Islamic State will score an important victory.
John Rothmann: President Obama’s Credibility
John Rothmann talks about how in the face of the Ebola crisis, Obama appears indecisive and that is not effective presidential leadership.
John Rothmann: Republicans and Latest Gallup Poll
The latest Gallup poll tells us what issues we care about as the mid terms approach. John Rothmann says it appears to favor the GOP.
John Rothmann: Obama Ebola Bashing?
Bashing Obama on Ebola is irresponsible. John Rothmann comments.
John Rothmann: Iran Blames US For ISIS
John Rothmann on how the Grand Ayatollah of Iran says the U.S., Zionists, and Great Britain are responsible for the crisis with Islamic State.
John Rothmann: Political Junkies In Heaven
John Rothmann talks about how the next 3 weeks before the mid-term election are heaven for political junkies.
John Rothmann: Turkey Bombs the Kurds
John Rothmann on how Turkey is bombing Kurds in Turkey instead of Islamic State In Syria.
John Rothmann: Demise of the Bay Guardian
John Rothmann’s commentary on the end of the Bay Guardian newspaper. The demise is sad but the rise of new platforms like the Talk Pod are good news.
John Rothmann: Obama Meets Defense Chiefs
John Rothmann talks about October 14 being an important day as defense chiefs from more than 20 nations meet with President Obama to discuss the crisis in the Middle East.
John Rothmann: The Oceans Are Rising
John Rothmann on how the oceans are rising and we need to start preparing for what lies ahead.
John Rothmann: For the Country’s Good, A New GOP
There is a need for a new G.O.P. How about a post mid-term convention to define new direction?
John Rothmann: Middle East Headlines are Confusing
John Rothmann says the headlines from Iraq and Syria reflect confusion about what is happening.
John Rothmann: Who Lost Iraq?
John Rothmann asks who lost Iraq and what’s next for the Middle East?
John Rothmann: Mike Huckabee Drawing GOP Lines
John Rothmann reports Mike Huckabee says he many leave the Republican party if it abandons its stance on same sex marriage.
John Rothmann: Baghdad Falling?
John Rothmann says Baghdad is now threatened by Islamic State forces. This is a major problem for President Obama.
John Rothmann: Two Major Right-to-Vote Decisions
John Rothmann details two decisions regarding voting rights being upheld and voter I.D. card laws being struck down.
John Rothmann: Obama Is The Past, Clinton Is The Future
John Rothmann looks at what’s ahead of the Democratic Party as we head into the mid-term elections. President Obama is history and Hillary Clinton is the future.
John Rothmann: Fear of Ebola
John Rothmann says as dangerous as Ebola is, the fear of Ebola is also a danger.
John Rothmann: Kobani Appears Lost
John Rothmann talks about how the White House, the Pentagon and observers believe the battle for Kobani is lost.
John Rothmann: The PUC’s Michael Peevey
John Rothmann believes that with the ongoing scandal in the California PUC, it’s time for Governor Brown to replace Michael Peevey.
John Rothmann: Kobani’s Future Is Confused
John Rothmann talks about the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and how the battle for Kobani is critical.
John Rothmann: Criticism Mounts Against the President
John Rothmann looks at how opposition and criticism against President Obama are on the rise, including from the Democratic Party.
John Rothmann: PG&E and the PUC
John Rothmann looks at how there is now a federal investigation of P.G.& E. and the P.U.C. and says it is about time.
John Rothmann: What If Kobani Falls to Islamic State?
John Rothmann asks what would happen if Kobani falls to Islamic State? How will President Obama respond?
John Rothmann: Senator Cruz Blasts SCOTUS
John Rothmann on how Senator Ted Cruz has blasted the Supreme Court on same sex marriage and is building his base for 2016.
John Rothmann: The Vice President Is Spot On
John Rothmann on how Vice President Joe Biden’s comments about support for Islamic extremists and their funding were spot on.
John Rothmann: Same Sex Marriage Can Proceed
John Rothmann on how the Supreme Court’s has declined to hear same sex marriage cases from around the country. This means gay marriage can move forward.
John Rothmann: First Monday In October
John Rothmann says it is the first Monday in October and the Supreme Court opens a new term. A lot is riding on the mid term elections as to the future direction of the Court.
John Rothmann: Boots on the Ground in Syria
Senator Graham is right about boots on the ground in Iraq and Syria. John Rothmann says it’s the only way to fight radical Islam.
John Rothmann: The 2016 Election
John Rothmann talks about the the speculation that abounds in the race for president in 2016. Who will run? Who will win?
John Rothmann: Blaming Obama For Ebola
John Rothmann on how President Obama’s critics will blame him for everything including the Ebola outbreak.
John Rothmann: Turkey Joins The Battle
John Rothmann talks about how Turkey is joining the battle against Islamic State forces.
John Rothmann: An Unease In The Land
John Rothmann says there is an unease abroad in the land. Is there any good news? The Giants won!!!
John Rothmann: Do You Have a Back Up Plan For Your Spouse?
John Rothmann quotes a survey that says half of women have a back up plan for their husband.
John Rothmann: Iraqi Forces Fail Again
John Rothmann talks about how Iraqi forces intended to drop food and ammunition to their own army. Instead they dropped them to Islamic State forces.
John Rothmann: Breach At The White House
John Rothmann on how the breach at the White House has far-reaching implications.
John Rothmann: Off and Running for 2016
John Rothmann on Romney, Cruz, and Clinton who appear to be off and running for 2016.
John Rothmann: Partisanship on the Supreme Court
John Rothmann looks at the 5-4 ruling on Ohio early voting and how it reveals once again the partisan bias of the Supreme Court.
John Rothmann: Legendary Journalist Ben Bradlee In Hospice Care
John Rothmann reflects on legendary journalist Ben Bradlee.
John Rothmann: President Obama Must Lead
John Rothmann believes President Obama’s statement on “Sixty Minutes” was hardly a display of leadership.