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Benjamin Franklin, writing under the pseudonym Richard Saunders (AKA "Poor Richard"), published Poor Richard's Almanack from 1732 to 1758. The almanack provided useful information, proverbial wisdom, and humor to the American colonies.
In keeping with Franklin's legacy, Poor Richard's Blog tackles today’s complex issues and the foundations of the Franklin Party, while hopefully also dispensing some wisdom and good humor along the way.
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Benjamin Franklin, writing under the pseudonym Richard Saunders (AKA "Poor Richard"), published Poor Richard's Almanack from 1732 to 1758. The almanack provided useful information, proverbial wisdom, and humor to the American colonies.
In keeping with Franklin's legacy, Poor Richard's Blog tackles today’s complex issues and the foundations of the Franklin Party, while hopefully also dispensing some wisdom and good humor along the way.
Welcome to the Franklin Party Newsletter!
This congressional appropriations season, please tell your U.S. Representative to oppose Rep. Biggs’ Appropriations Amendment #4 (homeopathy FDA exemption) to H.R. 4368.
Let’s declare our independence from the modern adversaries that would rip us apart, and redeclare our interdependence to each other.
Some legislators refuse to pass certain (or any) gun legislation, saying it is unconstitutional. But, this decision ignores the totality of our history and the design of our government. Read why legislators should pass good-faith gun laws, even if they are unsure of its constitutionality.
When it comes to civics in the United States, one thing we do reflexively is the Pledge of Allegiance. We recite the pledge at school and government events and seldom question what we are actually doing.
Congress has a big to-do list. Why is it so big, and what can Congress do to accomplish some of these tasks?
Just as we don’t tolerate medical malpractice in healthcare, let’s also stop accepting political malpractice. We demand evidence-based medicine – let’s also demand evidence-based government.
Incomplete news matters because it distorts our view of the world. We ignore information at our own peril.
New Year’s Day is the closest thing the world has to a birthday. Like birthdays, it is a time for celebration and, as we get older, it is also a time for reflection.
The American Dream of being a top country to live in is empirically subsiding. The good news is the remedy is simply a matter of approach.
Is the Current Duopoly in U.S. Politics a Market Failure?
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The U.S. flag is a great symbol of our nation, but the principles we cherish as a country are enshrined in our Constitution. Let’s give the Constitution the allegiance it deserves.
Poor Richard`s Blog: https://bit.ly/prb-abp
#PledgeOfAllegiance #ConstitutionalOath
Daylight Saving Time starts at 2 PM on Sunday, March 9th.
What do you think... should Congress make Standard Time permanent?
#DST #SpringForward
To provide the highest standard of living for all Americans, and to remain competitive on the world stage, the U.S. needs scientific info & literacy now more than ever.
#StandUpForScience on March 7th at events nationwide!
https://standupforscience2025.org/
#ScienceForAll #ScienceNotSilence
The Benjamin Franklin Party is featured on the current episode of the Long Live Alternative Parties podcast available on Spotify, Apple, and TuneIn. Give it a listen!👂
https://open.spotify.com/episode/37btio87ceXKCExvzXnvZV
A better metaphor for U.S. politics is an orchestra, a business, or a movie, not a tribe or sports.
👉 https://bit.ly/prb-ms
Real leaders don`t spend time deflecting blame. They accept responsibility for the path forward.
You can`t lead into the past.
#WhatsThePlan
Per the U.S. Supreme Court`s 2024 presidential immunity decision, DJT`s statement applies to the President but no one else (although the President can pardon others).
#PresidentialImmunity #EndsVsMeans
Trust requires #transparency. #DOGE needs to appropriately show its work and immediately turn over any evidence of wrongdoing to the #DOJ.
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