I’m Arthur Alpert. This web log is my attempt to understand what’s happening in politics and culture and to tell you what I conclude. That’s my "truth." Note that "truth" is lower-case.
Please expect:
Dissent
Complexity
(In "The Importance of Being Earnest," Algernon asks for the truth "pure and simple." His friend responds; "The truth is rarely pure and never simple." Right on, Oscar.)
Media Criticism
(Having spent years in journalism, I find its decline sad. Unfortunately, I will have no difficulty finding evidence of that to pass along.)
I hope you find some stimulation here and entertainment, too. Perhaps you will return the favor by letting me know what you think. Thank you.
A.A.