High Truths and Low Lies

November 21, 2025

“If a state or nation has laws it will not enforce for political reasons, it mocks both the law and politics to say nothing about cultural order.” Cal Thomas, American syndicated columnist and author.

The Democratic Party under President Joe Biden opened the US. southern border. I saw the videos for four years. That reckless choice was driven by the pursuit of votes. Millions of men (mostly) entered the US without any vetting. Biden even transported these men to many US cities via aircraft and buses. Local governments did not even know they were coming. Reports from several Federal agencies indicate among these millions of illegal immigrants were 1000’s of hardened criminals and suspected terrorists.

President Trump’s campaign promise was to “clean up this mess.” So, The US Department of Homeland Security-Immigration and Customs Enforcement is arresting criminal illegal immigrants. Law enforcement officers are going from city to city arresting criminals. The Democrats oppose this and have organized protests to block law enforcement’s efforts. I find this maddening. Do the Democrats object to arresting criminals or are they opposed to the methods used??? Do the Democrats have a better idea??

In Charlotte, NC this past week, law enforcement officials arrested 200+ criminal illegal immigrants in 4 days. Criminal records of those arrested include gang members (terrorist groups), aggravated assault, possession of dangerous weapon, felony larceny, assault, hit and run, possession of stolen goods, shoplifting, DUI, DWI, and illegal entry after deportation. At least 2 of those arrested were members of MS-13.

Do the Democrats want these criminals in Charlotte to be left alone? If I committed the crime of hit and run, the local law enforcement officials would hunt me down. I say Charlotte is a safer place now.

By the way, Charlotte’s local police officials supported I.C.E efforts to enter the city.

Also, and related, the Biden Administration lost over 30,000+ illegal immigrant children during those 4 years. I am glad I.C.E is tracking them down and removing them from harm.

November 15, 2025

“Oh, what a tangled web we weave, when first we practice to deceive.” Sir Walter Scott, 1808.

-People that use profanity while speaking are low class. I hear it all the time on TV shows, news broadcasts, interviews, and speeches. The F bomb is used often. They think it’s “cool.” Or they think it’s funny. Same with internet posts and pod casts. I place much more importance on people who use excellent grammar and word selections. I also dislike name calling by our leaders. Trump and the Democrats should stop that. It serves no purpose.

Antonio Brown was arrested for attempted murder in Florida. The police report indicates Brown grabbed a security guard’s gun during a fight after a Miami event and fired multiple shots at another man.

Brown’s trouble with the law includes charges of sexual assault, sexual misconduct, reckless driving, unpaid medical fees, trespassing, felony battery, burglary of a vehicle, criminal mischief, sexual exposure, domestic violence, failure to pay child support, eviction from a hotel, and now second degree attempted murder. Once, Brown threw a piece of furniture out the window of a 14th story apartment!!!

Brown has 7 children by 4 different women; none married to Brown. During his NFL career he earned $80+ million. In May of 2024 Brown file for bankruptcy.

Pew Research indicates that NC has 160,000 K-12 students with at least 1 undocumented “parent.” The study also indicates a growing portion of the students are undocumented. The situation is messy with no real easy solution. ICE is arresting illegal immigrants, especially criminals. If these people have children, then they have put their families at risk. ICE can’t grant illegal immigrants a pass just because they have children. The laws are not written that way. This is a mess created by Joe Biden. President Trump is trying hard to clean it up!

Charlotte NC area includes 7 counties. A new report indicates the median house price is $443,800. To afford this house price (30% of household gross income) the household income would have to be $146,000. Most households cannot afford that price tag. White household median income is $107,000. Black household median income is $56,000, mainly because these are single mother households, many working part-time. Most of the white families have dual incomes. And-illegal immigrants have contributed 10%-15% to the demand for housing. It’s almost a perfect storm. The ongoing clash is building more low-income housing units in nicer neighborhoods. Changing zoning laws to accommodate the construction of high-density housing. As an economist, I say the issue is mostly an income problem. and the root of that issue is education and family structure. Of course, the problem is not that simple!

Lastly, reports indicate NC public K-12 teachers in ESL are overwhelmed. Another immigration problem. The school system has to spend millions teaching basic English to children of illegal immigrants. Since $$$$’s are not unlimited, resources are being diverted to ESL and not to teaching math and science. NC ranks 34th in the US in education. That’s the truth.

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November 2, 2025

“I’m not a member of any organized political party. I am a Democrat.” Will Rogers

The above graph says it all. Obama was the “Deporter and Chief.” look at the difference between Obama and Biden. Correctly, Obama used “expedited” methods of expulsion, no hearings, and orders to Federal agents to use coercion and other methods to remove illegal immigrants.

Over the last 100+ years the US government issued 58 million deportation orders, most were for self-deportation. Why not just secure the borders???

About 30 years ago, the governor of California, Pete Wilson, Republican, passed legislation named Proposition 87 which denied illegal immigrants public services. This included medical care and education. The goal was self-deportation.

Now Trump is doing the same. Self-deportation does work. In less than 200 days, 1.6 million illegal immigrants have left the US, many with a $1000 and a free plane ride.

Unfortunately, and criminally, Biden enabled 12+ million unvetted aliens from 150+ countries to enter the US. We all saw the videos at the southern border. Of course, the American people want all the criminals removed. If that means many others get caught up in the removal process, so be it!

And-anyone interfering with Federal employees engaged in the deportation process should be arrested and charged with a felony. Period.

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October 16, 2025

“Cognitive and character skills work together as dynamic complements; they are inseparable. Skills beget skills. More motivated children learn more. Those who are more informed usually make wiser decisions.” Dr. James Heckman, Noble Prize-winning economist.

The whole world knows that a young woman was brutally stabbed to death on the Charlotte light rail. The suspect is named Decarlos Brown. See picture below.

Brown should not have been a free man. He was federally charge back in September for committing an act causing a death on the rail system. He should have been in prison. Magistrate Judge Teresa Stokes, see picture below, released him. Brown had been arrested on felony charges 14 times prior. Judge Stokes is not a lawyer. She was appointed under DEI policies, she should be fired.

Also, NC State Auditor, David Boliek found serious problems with Charlotte’s light rail security operations. The security services were outsourced to a company which was selected out of 8 different companies based on DEI principles. The city of Charlotte wanted more minority contractors.

So–a DEI appointed judge, without a law degree or any formal education let a criminal with 14 prior arrests out without bail and a minority selected security firm provided the protection for passengers. Charlotte Mayor Vi lyles needs to go!!!

This whole story makes me very angry. I am going to write to my US Senators.

September 21, 2025

As of 2024, the global economy (GDP) is $114 trillion. The US is $30+ trillion or 27% of the world’s economy.

Lululemon sells high end sportswear sometimes called “athleisure wear.” The retail chain has 750 stores in 25 countries, with almost 3/4 sales coming from US sales. Much of their products are made in Vietnam. This year the company is experiencing declining sales and a huge decline (45%) in share price. What’s wrong? Lululemon does not advertise, new products are unpopular, baggy clothes are fashionable, price slashing sent the wrong message, and their products are easy to counterfeit. I like their “pool slides.”

ICE raided a Hyundai plant in Georgia. The plant is under construction and being built by non-US workers. Four hundred and fifty workers were detained, most from South Korea. Many had no visas, no work permits, expired tourism visas, and no Social Security numbers. How is this possible? Liberals are criticizing ICE and blaming Trump. How did these workers get into the US??? Madness!

A new study has confirmed that the cost of insurance for EV’s is a whooping 49% higher than gas-powered vehicles. The average insurance cost for EV’s is $4,058 compared to $2,732 for gas cars. Wow! The reasons-EV’s cost more, damage easier, and cost more to repair.

The above photo is Wayne Goodwin, DMV leader for NC. He recently resigned. During his tenure the average wait times at DMV facilities rose to 75 minutes, once you get into the building. NC spent $20 million on a consulting agreement to develop improvement ideas. Most were poorly implemented and/or left unfinished. Former governor, Roy Cooper did little to fix any problems. I wrote a 3-page letter to our Sec. of Transportation with all my “process improvement” ideas. I did hear back with assurance my ideas were being reviewed. One final observation-at my local DMV the employees seem slow acting, slow talking, slow moving with little concern about the long lines. This is a management issue.

Zero-sum thinking is the new political phrase. Some people believe that rich people gained their wealth at the expense of poorer people. They think some groups are being held back and thus a government intervention like Affirmative Action, is needed. “I win; you lose.” Some believe immigrants are taking jobs from citizens and clogging schools and hospitals. Some believe international students are filling classrooms spaces, and that resources are scarce, etc. However, most notable economists assert that resources are indeed scarce and thus must be allocated by merit. Economists also know that a strong economy is the best way to pull people out of poverty. Moving $$$’s from one group to another (redistribution) does not work.

Lastly, I find it tragic that state, county and city leaders “allow” many public schools to be underperforming, especially year after year. Third graders, eight graders and HS seniors can’t read or do math. The students fail proficiency exams in reading and math. Yet, these same leaders are the first to “push” policies that grant these students admission to colleges without regard to their academic qualifications. Then, the students borrow $$$$’s and enroll and fail miserably.

On September 14th the NYG played the Cowboys in the NFL. It was supposed to be professional football. But the NYG were penalized 14 times for a total of 160 yards. One player, Hudson, was called for 4 penalties in the first Giant possession. Poor quality entertainment.

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September 12, 2025

“An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.” Benjamin Franklin

The City of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County are planning to invest $3 million to build a new nightclub. The developer claims the place will be a modern “juke joint.” Whatever the hell that is!

The proposed location is the site of a dilapidated Black nightclub built in 1944 which will be torn down. The total cost of the new nightclub will be $8 million. The builder is asking the local government to pay 37% of the cost with an estimated 1% return on investment.

Our local leaders are considering the purchase. At the same time, the city has a shortage of affordable housing. Perhaps families can live at the nightclub???

How can the city of Charlotte even consider owning a nightclub? Is the city in the entertainment business? This is madness!