Yak Talk

My thoughts on all things great and small

The Controversy Over Melania Trump’s RNC Speech

The Controversy Over Melania Trump’s RNC Speech

Last night, Melania Trump gave what was lauded as a rousing, heartfelt speech at the Republican National Convention, praising her patriotic husband Donald while recounting her own path to becoming a proud, flag-waving American citizen. The only trouble is, some of her words sounded awfully familiar, and it wasn’t long before people realized that severalRead more about The Controversy Over Melania Trump’s RNC Speech[…]

The Beige Blazer

The Beige Blazer

Everyone seems fixated on President Obama’s colossally bone-headed statement that the United States “has no strategy” to deal with ISIS, but honestly, I still can’t get past the pathetic beige blazer he was sporting during the press conference.At this point, there’s nothing about President Obama that isn’t carefully crafted for mass consumption, which makes hisRead more about The Beige Blazer[…]

McCain’s VP: Oops

McCain’s VP: Oops

Sarah Palin: 44 years old, scarcely 2 years’ experience as Alaska governor, NO foreign policy experience, NO experience on a national level. Pro-life, pro-death penalty, lifelong NRA member. I can’t understand this choice. Sure, party loyalists/Republican conservatives will be happy, and McCain’s choice is certainly historic, but I don’t think it does him any favorsRead more about McCain’s VP: Oops[…]