Kraham: Despite 2012 election, Washington already preparing for 2016
The ink has barely dried on newspaper headlines from the last presidential election, but it’s never too early to talk about the next one. Forget… Read more »
Writer archives: Jared Kraham
Kraham: Young entrepreneurs could help kick-start economy
From business CEOs to politicians, arguments rage about effective means to create jobs and move the unemployment needle away from 8 percent. Meanwhile, highly skilled… Read more »
Kraham: Inevitable military budget cuts must be specific, calculated to honor service members
This Thanksgiving and holiday season, Americans will relax, break bread and spend time with family and friends. It’s also a chance to reflect and remember… Read more »
Kraham: Four years later, Obama may finally be able to deliver promised leadership
At his Election Night victory rally in 2008, President-elect Barack Obama told the world “a new dawn of American leadership is at hand." During the… Read more »
Kraham: Without significant change in Republican party, defeats like Tuesday night will continue
On Election Day, American voters stepped into voting booths, took a collective deep breath and sent a clear message. Four more years. President Barack Obama… Read more »
Leadership from both sides missing in hydrofracking discussion
Scores of moviegoers have seen the trailer for “Promised Land,” an upcoming Matt Damon film about a gas company’s quest to buy drilling rights in… Read more »
During final debate, candidates take on gun control for 1st time, seem ill-equipped to address issue
From the edge of their seats, Americans watched a tense town hall presidential debate on Oct. 16. The two candidates looked ready to come to… Read more »
Even with 50 years of affirmative action, education system not dramatically improving
Think of a high school student who’s put blood, sweat and tears into her college application. She’s lined up sterling letters of recommendation, agonized for… Read more »
Social media makes debates interesting, but takes away from bigger picture
Social media is an irreplaceable tool for following politics. “It takes Gallup five days to say what Twitter can tell us instantly,” said Zach Green,… Read more »
Super PACs create shady politics, not politicians
Last week, billionaire George Soros wrote a $1-million check to Priorities USA Action, President Barack Obama’s super PAC. Earlier in the Republican primaries, we saw… Read more »
Failure of Obama to rally the nation leads to doubt, support for Romney
Many of America’s problems can be blamed on government dysfunction. Sluggish job creation is no exception. It’s important to understand that government does not create… Read more »
New York lawmakers marginalize issue over fighting with too much fighting
In Albany, N.Y., politicians even fight about fighting. New York state lawmakers have refused to legalize mixed martial arts despite widespread and growing popularity worldwide.… Read more »
After one year, Occupy Wall Street accomplishes nothing
Occupy Wall Street celebrated its anniversary on Monday. One year ago, Americans took to the streets and exercised their First Amendment right to protest. Utilizing… Read more »
Democrats cannot rely on style, likeability of Clinton for too much longer
During the Democratic National Convention, we heard the incumbent party’s strongest argument yet for re-electing President Barack Obama. The speech was articulate, spirited and even… Read more »
New Jersey governor emerges as key Republican leader during convention
Since “Jersey Shore” is ending after this season, Americans will soon shift their attention to a different party in the Garden State: the Grand Old… Read more »
Senior conservative columnist offers tips for political conversations at college
My first mistake was thinking that politics was a good conversation starter. My second mistake was explaining my position on social security reform to a… Read more »
