Commentary
Trump executive order to fight anti-Semitism
Judaism: Nationality or Religion?
Several friends have asked for my POV. Here it is.
Author Archives: Ted Block
How is the “swamp draining” working out?
It’s time to see how draining the swamp worked out. To find out, let’s hear from two of the most prominent swamp dwellers.
Trump frustrated with toilets
News with a Twist
Satire
Trump says people are flushing toilets 10-15 times. Orders new standards and new toilets.
Impeachment? Never mind!
After Sen. John N. Kennedy triples down and a new poll reveals Republicans rank Trump second to only Reagan as the “best GOP president,” is it time to “give up the ghost?”
Giant invasive mussel species living in New Jersey ponds
News with a Twist
Giant New Jersey Chinese mussel invasion — problem for some, opportunity for others: Restaurants; Chris Christie.
If you can only read one book about impeachment, this is the one
Commentary
I urge anyone interested in the future of our country, in the future of our democracy, in the future of the American “experiment,” to read Neal Katyal’s new book, “Impeach: The Case Against Donald Trump.”
Around the Block travels to Japan (Part 1)
Commentary
Our Japan visits always seem like “coming home.”
This is first in an occaisional series about Japanese friends, Japanese experiences and Japanese insights
Warriors and Yankees – a lesson from history
Commentary, Sports, Nostalgia
The reign of Golden State Warriors as one of the greatest teams in history of sports appears to be coming to a close. But, the Dubs will be back!
John Kennedy, I knew John Kennedy. And you’re no John Kennedy!
Commentary
Louisiana senator’s outrageous statements regarding Ukraine interference topped only by his cowardly retraction
“Nuff Said”
Commentary
Are the impeachment hearings causing my world to turn upside down? I’ve turned to professional commentators and reporters to help answer the question.
Around the Block 