Jennifer Harper
Articles by Jennifer Harper
Jeb Bush to Washington Redskins: Keep the team name, it’s not offensive
The Washington Redskins have at least one high profile politician on their side when it comes to the ongoing battle over the team's name, and whether it's offensive to Native Americans. Republican hopeful Jeb Bush stands by the name. Published September 30, 2015
Inside the Beltway: Libertarians, Green Party sue for a spot at presidential debates
They want in. The Libertarian and Green parties -- along with their respective presidential candidates, Gary Johnson and Jill Stein -- filed a lawsuit Tuesday in federal court, charging that the exclusion of "qualified candidates" from the general election presidential debates by the Commission on Presidential Debates violates federal antitrust laws. Published September 29, 2015
Libertarian and Green parties sue the Commission on Presidential Debates for a spot on the stage
The Libertarian and Green parties - along with their respective candidates Gary Johnson and Jill Stein - filed a lawsuit Tuesday in federal court, charging that the exclusion of "qualified candidates" from the general election presidential debates by the Commission on Presidential Debates violates federal anti-trust law Published September 29, 2015
Medical researchers say a 10-minute walk through the office reverses ill effects of a desk job
A 10-minute walk through the office cubicles could work a small wonder for the millions of Americans stuck behind desks and subject to the hazards of a sedentary lifestyle. Researchers from the University of Missouri School of Medicine have found that vascular function - blood flow through the body - is impaired after six hours of prolonged sitting. A short walk, they say, can restore vascular health. Published September 29, 2015
Inside the Beltway: ‘Non-Hispanic whites’ a minority; immigrant population at 78 million by 2065
Immigration since 1965 has more than quadrupled the nation's foreign-born population: it's swelled from 9.6 million to a record 45 million in 2015, notes a new Pew Research Center analysis of U.S. Census data, which predicts the nation will have 78 million immigrants -- and a very different population in the future. "Non-Hispanic whites" will be in the minority, comprising 46 percent of the population by 2065, the research reveals. Published September 28, 2015
Computer geeks and hackers band together to help military vets with PTSD
Military veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder - PTSD - have some new allies. Organized in conjunction with the Dept. of Veterans Affairs, a motivated group of computer geeks and software developers are devoting 36 hours to "Hacking PTSD: A hackathon for healing" to seek solutions for vets who must manage flashbacks, insomnia and the other challenges of the condition. Published September 24, 2015
Inside the Beltway: Largest crowd ever at Values Voters Summit
They gather in the nation's capital with the belief that America can't thrive without God and a socially conservative, traditional mindset. The 10th annual Values Voters Summit gets underway Friday, boasting eight presidential hopefuls, a host of elected officials, the thoughtful, the outspoken, the outraged and some 2,500 grass-roots activists. Published September 24, 2015
Inside the Beltway: New book from Michael Savage: ‘Government Zero’
Talk radio host Michael Savage has a new book arriving next month titled "Government Zero: No Borders, No Language, No Culture" -- meant to reveal how "unprecedented and barbaric revolutions, coinciding with unchecked government power and zero representation, threaten our most fundamental freedoms." Published September 23, 2015
Penny love: Americans still loyal to the nation’s smallest coin
They've put in their two cents: The majority of Americans oppose abolishing the penny says a Harris Poll released Tuesday. Indeed, 51 percent of us want to keep the little coin, though some have more affection for it than others. Published September 23, 2015
Scott Walker ‘still a credible presidential candidate’ though he’s out of the 2016 race
At the end of the day, Walker is still a conservative Republican who won three elections in a row in a blue state, including the only incumbent victory in the entire history of gubernatorial recall elections in the United States, notes Pascal-Emmanuel Gobry, a columnist for The Week. Published September 23, 2015
Inside the Beltway: Pope Francis’ visit divides public, media
Even before his "Shepherd One" aircraft touched down in America, Pope Francis assured the press on board that he was not liberal, noting that news organizations with "more leftish" perceptions about him had made "a mistake of interpretation." Published September 22, 2015
Only 30% of Republicans want Pope Francis to speak out on social and economic policy
Should Pope Francis voice his opinions on policy? The answer depends on who you're talking to. Half of Americans would like to hear Pope Francis speak about social and economic conditions and policy rather than focus entirely on matters of faith and religion during his visit to the U.S. There is a sizable partisan divide, however: 30 percent of Republicans and 65 percent of Democrats agree - along with 31 percent of conservatives and 69 percent of liberals. Published September 22, 2015
Inside the Beltway: Donald Trump’s 16th book promises ‘new ideas and unabashed opinions’
He is the publisher's dream. Republican front-runner Donald Trump has already written 15 books, has 7 million Twitter followers and is an instantly recognizable brand name symbolizing glitter, money, power and political prowess. And, of course, he has a book arriving in late October to augment his bodacious campaign for president. Published September 21, 2015
FOX News and CNN debate moderators: One team talked twice as much as the other
Between the CNN and FOX debate moderator teams: Who talked the most during the GOP debates? Yes, someone has counted the minutes and done the math. Published September 21, 2015
Inside the Beltway: Rand Paul hits Hillary Clinton, wins straw poll, gets support from his dad
He's got the knack: Republican front-runner Donald Trump wields provocative ideas, blunt talk and inimitable style. Now it appears to be Sen. Rand Paul's turn. He's up next as the designated straight talker, with Hillary Rodham Clinton as his target, and her email scandal as the perfect vehicle. Published September 20, 2015
The Right Side Forum with Armstrong Williams addresses ‘young men and chastity’
The Right Side Forum, an hour-long conservative live news and talk show hosted by columnist Armstrong Williams, will look at two topics this week: Young men and chastity, and the international refugee crisis. The guests this week are entrepreneuer Christian Givens, videographer and entrepreneur William Smith, and Jamal Khashoggi, general manager and editor in chief of the Al Arab News Channel. Published September 18, 2015
Inside the Beltway: GOP hopefuls race back to campaign trail in Iowa, Michigan, South Carolina
Maybe they should charter a plane together. Fresh from a marathon debate that drew catcalls, praise, criticism and bombastic pronouncements from friends and foes alike, the GOP presidential hopefuls will soon be on the same stage together. Published September 17, 2015
Inside the Beltway: Hillary Clinton’s campaign tainted by emails
She can make polished speeches and frequent the campaign trial. But it does not appear that Democratic front-runner Hillary Rodham Clinton can escape the taint of those old State Department emails, which have sunk into the public mindset for better or worse. Mostly worse. Yes, there's a Gallup poll that measures the effect. Published September 16, 2015
12% of Americans believe the U.S. Constitution guarantees ‘the right to own a pet’
Thursday is Constitution Day, marking the anniversary of the moment when founding fathers signed the basic and revered document in 1787. Many Americans are not aware of the anniversary, actually a federal observance. They also are a little unfamiliar with the Constitution itself. Published September 16, 2015
National Press Club offers happy hour GOP debate cocktails: The Trump, Dr. Carson, The Carly
Yes, the GOP presidential debate is treated like a sports event by the media, and it has much entertainment value mixed with moments of sheer policy terror for candidates on the hotseat. So it's only fitting that the National Press Club give onlookers a place to go to witness it all, with cocktails to match. Published September 16, 2015
