Democrats Said to Be Energized

According to party leaders, Democrats have been energized by Tuesday night's debate.  We must wait to see how that energy will translate itself into action.  

Democrats' Turn in the Debate Spotlight

The so-called major Democratic candidates for President will appear in a televised debate tonight.  Of key interest is Hillary Clinton's new opposition to the Trans-Pacific trade deal.  This nefarious deal, negotiated in secret, clearly favors the convenience of the large trans-national companies at the expense of American workers.  Mrs. Clinton is of course right to oppose such an atrocious arrangement.  It will be interesting to hear more of what she has to say. 

Does Grammar Count?

Lincoln Chafee Supporters Best At Grammar:   USA Today

Does grammar count when it comes to being President?  Your blog author would say, definitely, yes. Changed grammar can change the very meaning of an important policy pronouncement.  Considering that the United States remains the pre-eminent nation on earth, holding a large arsenal of nuclear weapons and influencing everything from world economics to food supplies, the President's use of language is key.  

Of course, America has survived other poor grammarians (or non-grammarians) in the White House.  Reagan and both Bushes come quickly to mind.  But the country did suffer.  For poor grammar indicates poor or inattentive thought.  

It's a big subject and I'll leave the details to the experts.  For now, the following may be of interest.  

Grammar Counts