Tag Archive for History

John McCain needs a history lesson

CNN reports for the second time in two days, John McCain has referred to current events on energy usage in “Czechoslovakia.”  Previously, he made references to Vladmir Putin, the leader of Germany.  Czechosolvakia officially ceased to exist in January 1993 and…

Comedian George Carlin dies at 71

LOS ANGELES, California (CNN) By Ed Payne – Comedian-actor George Carlin, know for his raunchy, but insightful humor, died Sunday in Los Angeles, his publicist said. He was 71. Carlin performed as recently as last weekend at the Orleans Casino and…

My day at the Courthouse…

They came from all parts to the brick and sandstone courthouse surrounded by lush green lawn on a full city block. The morning fog cleared just in time to see the ancient cannons out front before the doors were unlocked.…