Tag Archives: History

What Everyone Needs To Understand About The Duties of Our U.S. House and U.S. Senate

Opinion: Patricia Johnson In accordance with the United States Constitution there are three branches of Government in the United States, each having their own separate set of powers.  Their functions are spelled out in the first sentence, in the first … Continue reading

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It’s Your Tax Dollar – Should Headstone Changes Be Made for Deceased Veterans at the Expense of Veterans in Nursing Homes, Increasing Your State’s Medicaid Payments?

Opinion:  Patricia Johnson Every once in a while I’ll read something and simply shake my head in disbelief.  H.R. 2701 basically falls into that category.  Before I continue, it’s necessary to explain my thoughts on death.  I don’t want anyone … Continue reading

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Why Speaker Johnson is Delaying Grijalva’s Swearing-In Ceremony

Adelita Grijalva is the Member-Elect of the US House of Representatives for the 7th Congressional District in the State of Arizona.  On March 31, 2025, Grijalva announced she would pursue the Democratic nomination, in a special election, for Arizona’s 7th … Continue reading

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The Role of Congress in US Governance

In accordance with the United States Constitution there are three branches of Government in the United States, each having their own separate set of powers.  Their functions are spelled out in the first sentence, in the first three Articles of … Continue reading

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How The Federal Register Affects You

What is the Federal Register? The Federal Register is the Daily Journal of the United States Government.  It is the legal record for proposed regulations, executive documents (executive orders, proclamations, etc.) public notices, and administrative regulations.  The Federal Register is … Continue reading

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