Author Archives: eeldav

Half a lifetime ago I enrolled in a Dale Carnegie course to improve my comfort level when speaking to professional groups.  I wasn’t looking for philosophy, but I received a heavy dose of it over the following several weeks.   When … Continue reading →

Ask anyone about infrastructure and they will probably mention roads and bridges.  There is a broader definition, however, that describes an asset as infrastructure according to its contribution to the economy.  I believe this includes human capital – the knowledge, … Continue reading →

Some politicians act as if the military makes the U.S. the most powerful country in the world, but that is just part of America’s strength.  China reportedly has around 700,000 more active-duty soldiers and Russia’s military is about the same … Continue reading →

Federal budgeting may be Congress’ most important duty.  It determines how much revenue the government collects and how tax dollars are disbursed, the results of which significantly touch the life of every American.  Yet, disingenuous politicians get away with egregious … Continue reading →

Let’s face it, most of the Republican members of Congress are either authoritarians, stupid, radical right or cowards, with the majority falling into this latter category.  Voters can no longer trust them to do the right thing for the nation … Continue reading →

A speech by President Ronald Reagan on January 19, 1989, absolutely “nailed” the importance of immigrants to the United States: “Thanks to each wave of new arrivals to this land of opportunity, we’re a nation forever young, forever bursting with … Continue reading →

Today I’m sharing the text of my February 12, one-page letter to all nine members of the Court, followed by my comments on the concerns it expresses.  The letter: In my opinion, the originalists on this Court are deciding 21st … Continue reading →

My high school educated father worked at a small chicken hatchery in rural Iowa in 1948, where he earned what would be around $50,000 per year in today’s dollars.  He and my homemaker mom provided well for our family of … Continue reading →

At the dawn of this election year, it seems likely that the results of the November election will depend significantly on what happens in the economy between now and October.  Today, Americans may be focusing more on the bad news … Continue reading →

Don’t look now, but 2023 is stacking up to be one hell of a year.  Unemployment is at an historic low of 3.7%; the stock markets are around all-time highs; inflation is coming down without dragging the economy with it; … Continue reading →