A minor point in the endless discussion about Biden: There are American politicians older than he, who are still competent, notably Chuck Grassley: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chuck_Grassley (View Post)

I watch NHK World from time to time (on PBS), and noted that it has no commercials - but from another point of view could be considered all commercials (for Japan, Inc.). (View Post)

The voting system used here in Washington state is mostly reasonable -- in my opinion. Ballots are mailed out to registered voters, who mark them, at their leisure, and mail them -- postage free - to… (View Post)

One curiosity about Washington elections: In 1964, a Republican won the Secretary of State position, which is responsible for elections (among other things) - and Republicans, even as the state was t… (View Post)

A compliment for the UK: I have always enjoyed the announcements of results, with the candidates standing side by side, with their rosettes, as if they were school children waiting for awards. It… (View Post)