Off Year

The OFF Year election is a political season in which usually catches political bystanders off guard with how did this happen or how did they get elected. The politics of our nation are too important to not follow on a consistent basis, but there is one problem. There is a deluge of BULLSH*T that seems to be meant to distract the voter from the issues that will impact their daily life. The purpose of OFF Year is to provide you the voter with an outlet for the facts so you can make an informed decision. We will do our best not to have a slant to the left, right, blue or red but to quantifiable facts so you can make the call. If you feel as though we gone one way or another call us on our BULLSH*T.

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In Colorado, Cruz backs Glenn, rips Obama over Orlando shooter

Ted Cruz visited Denver for the first time since winning Colorado’s 34 national delegates in April to endorse Darryl Glenn in the Republican primary for U.S. Senate.

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Can Donald Trump really ban Muslim immigration?

If Trump is elected, there are lots of things he has promised to do that would require an act of Congress. Barring immigration from Muslim nations — as a way to keep Muslims out of the U.S. — is probably not among them.

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Republican Gov. Bruce Rauner said Monday he is "going to run again" in 2018, but acknowledged Democrats could pick up Illinois House seats in November and warned that could turn Speaker Michael Madigan into "the dictator of the state."

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Donald Trump Fires Corey Lewandowski, His Campaign Manager

The dismissal on Monday came amid concerns from allies and donors about Mr. Trump’s preparedness for the rigors and expenses of a general election.

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Democrats Force GOP Gun Control Vote After 15-Hour Filibuster

A nearly 15-hour filibuster led by Senate Democrats until early Thursday paved the way for “high-profile congressional votes on restricting firearms just days after the worst mass shooting in…

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A name we need to know when it comes to American economic policy...

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AG Ken Paxton tries to silence former Gov. Abbott aide who called axing of Trump U suit ‘political’

Updated at 5 p.m.: Revised to include comment from John Owens, the former attorney general's office employee targeted in Attorney General Ken Paxton's letter. AUSTIN -- Attorney General Ken Paxton, jumping…

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A bill to restrict welfare for Cuban immigrants would save U.S. taxpayers a whopping $2.45 billion over the next decade, congressional analysts estimate.

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Who gives money to Bernie Sanders?

Our analysis of nearly 7 million donations offers unprecedented detail about the army that's funded his insurgent campaign.

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With one of the most closely watched presidential primary seasons in modern times, California's voter rolls grew by almost 650,000 in t...

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‘Look at My African-American Over Here,’ Donald Trump Says at Rally

While recalling a past protest involving a black supporter, the candidate pointed to a spectator in the crowd who was out of view of the news media.

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Hillary Clinton’s New Attack on Donald Trump Cheers Her Allies and Worries His

Mrs. Clinton showed the first indication of confronting an unconventional opponent, while Mr. Trump’s supporters have seen his unwillingness to adapt to the demands of a general election.

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Donald Trump Could Threaten U.S. Rule of Law, Scholars Say

Donald J. Trump shows contempt for the First Amendment, separation of powers and the rule of law, scholars across the political spectrum say.

Equal protection under the law is what every American expects.

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We must weed out ignorant Americans from the electorate

No, we shouldn’t erect physical barriers to the ballot. Let’s give voters the citizenship civics test.

I do not know about this. This could be a slippery slope. Civics is something that has not been emphasised in public schools for decades. That is where it should start.

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Fear Premium Vs Hope Premium

On January 30, 2016, I posted a picture on Facebook of the cost of gas in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. At that time gas was $1.99 a gallon. I remember standing at the pump very pleased that I was able to fill up my SUV for about $45. At the height of the economic downturn, it could cost almost $100 to fill up one of my SUV’s. Over the next few weeks, the prices continued to fall, and I could feel the difference in my wallet.

This past Monday I was greeted with gas prices of $2.49 a gallon. I had to stop and think what is the reason? After a scan of several news sites, there was no event that was explicitly linked to rising gas prices. In my daily review of news I came across a story about wildfires in the oil sands area in Canada.

My first reaction was “You have got to be kidding me?” Companies cannot use this to invoke the “Fear Premium.” A few days ago I was reading one of my favorite papers, and the headline stated oil was going north of $50, and the “Fear Premium’ was a factor.  The headline and subsequent article left a smirk on my face. My thoughts went to American foreign policy and diplomatic efforts. What kind of country are we going to be? Is it about the individual or is it about entities.

The lowering of gas prices is a boom for the individual and can help spur the economy. With lower crude oil prices the oil companies have seen their record profits fall.

If you look at diplomatic events in correlation to the oil prices dropping, think about when everyone had their opinion about the nuclear deal with Iran. As a result of the nuclear deal with Iran, millions of barrels of oil were reintroduced into the world's economy. Economically do we operate from a Hope Premium or Fear Premium. I guess your answer would depend on the value you place on the individual or the entity.

Corporate profits or individual prosperity, can we find a mutually beneficial middle ground?