Voices

Love your neighbor: Reject Bill Ketron as county mayor

Apr 11, 2018 at 09:46 am by Jason Bennett

April 11 marks the beginning of early voting in the primary elections for a number of local city and county offices. One particular office has held my attention since June of.... Read More

Looking to downsize? Try 55 and older communities in Murfreesboro

Apr 03, 2018 at 12:30 pm by John Jones

55 And Older Communities In Murfreesboro There are several communities in Murfreesboro that are perfect for the 55 and older homeowner who is ready to enjoy a maintenan.... Read More

Why John Paul Stevens is wrong about the Second Amendment

Apr 03, 2018 at 10:00 am by clervin

When the current gun-control debate morphed into full-fledged hysteria, I assumed some gun-control legislation may pass, but don’t kid yourselves, kids, the governm.... Read More

Why you should learn The American's Creed, along with the Pledge of Allegiance

Mar 28, 2018 at 12:37 pm by DARCOLONELHARDYMURFREE

The 100th anniversary of The American's Creed is April 3. This 100-word historical document was authored by William Tyler Page who served as an employee of the U.S. House of.... Read More

Exposing the hypocrisy of the current Facebook flap

Mar 22, 2018 at 09:40 am by clervin

I love exposing liberal hypocrisy as well as the collusion between the media and the “never Trump” crowd. Here’s the short version of the hysteria surroundin.... Read More

Why people of faith are supporting atheist Democrat Gayle Jordan

Mar 13, 2018 at 09:48 am by Jason Bennett

I have seen a lot of talk recently about today’s special election for The Tennessee State Senate seat in District 14, between self-proclaimed Conservative Christian Shan.... Read More

The Intolerance of the 'Tolerant'

Mar 12, 2018 at 08:00 am by clervin

You may have missed this tidbit of news the occurred among the smorgasbord that was Nashville Mayor Megan Barry’s resignation and plea bargain. Mike Huckabee resigned a.... Read More

Is authoritarianism on the rise around the world? Or is it anti-globalism?

Mar 05, 2018 at 10:00 am by clervin

Authoritarianism, a form of government characterized by absolute rule by a central authority, such as a dictator is on the rise around the world. Recently China shocked many.... Read More

Is Tennessee really that angry and hateful?

Feb 24, 2018 at 02:00 pm by clervin

Warning: This is a happy, feel-good opinion piece. Well, unless you’re a huge fan of the Southern Poverty Law Center. However for all other citizens of the great state o.... Read More

The Dreamers are a bargaining chip for both sides

Feb 20, 2018 at 03:34 pm by clervin 1

Here’s a surprise for anyone who’s read my last few columns; this one isn’t pro-Republican or necessarily pro-Trump. The reader might assume I love all aspe.... Read More

Olympic-level fawning over North Korea is a disgrace

Feb 14, 2018 at 04:00 pm by clervin

The mainstream media hates the Trump administration, and as an extension you the Trump voter so much they prefer relatives of North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un. In case.... Read More

P.S. on 'Trumpism' Post-State of the Union Speech

Feb 09, 2018 at 09:00 am by clervin

It's morning again in America. Post State of the Union notes: Although the country unified, albeit briefly, following the 9/11 attacks, President Trump’s State of the U.... Read More

5 reason to love rental properties (& why rentals make sense)

Feb 07, 2018 at 08:00 am by John Jones

I have never had much luck with the stock market, although my stockbroker always makes me feel like my retirement plan is doing well. I have averaged 6% to 7% over the.... Read More

How 'Trumpism' Benefits Ordinary Americans

Feb 07, 2018 at 07:00 am by clervin

Americans are an extraordinary people, and it’s high time they had a President who supported them. While Donald Trump’s first year has been anything but President.... Read More

A different kind of 'Californication'

Feb 03, 2018 at 08:00 am by clervin

Nullification, tried by John C. Calhoun and South Carolina against President Andrew Jackson and the federal government, and a few times since, is back! The state of Californi.... Read More