Jennifer Harper
Articles by Jennifer Harper
Inside the Beltway: Trump praises ‘incredible dedication’ of American military
Take a few seconds on Memorial Day to remember why we mark the day. In a proclamation, President Trump has asked the nation to pray for "permanent peace" at 11 a.m. in whatever time zone you happen to be in. Then pause again at 3 p.m. and think of those lost in battle in "The Moment of Remembrance" -- an event that was actually designated by Congress in 1950. Published May 24, 2020
Coronavirus pandemic does not slow the mission of Rolling Thunder
The roar of motorcycles on a mission continues. Even the coronavirus has not stopped Rolling Thunder's "Ride for Freedom," an annual demonstration to draw attention to veterans issues and honor prisoners of war and those missing in action. It's just a little different this year. Published May 24, 2020
Inside the Beltway: America discovers media bias
A comprehensive survey by veteran pollster John McLaughlin reveals that Americans, finally, are not ignoring this media bias phenomenon as it grows more extreme. Published May 21, 2020
Inside the Beltway: Economic disobedience: It’s time for ‘Take Yourself to Work Day’
In years past, Americans participated in take your daughter, son, child or dog to work day -- the gesture meant as an upbeat affirmation of ties between workers, work and family members. The coronavirus lockdowns against businesses deemed non-essential, however, have left millions at home, pining for the day they will indeed be on the job again. Published May 20, 2020
Fox Nation rolls out ‘adventure programming,’ acquires all 11 seasons of ‘Duck Dynasty’
Fox Nation, the network's on-demand subscription-based streaming service, will debut "adventure programming" next month - beginning with all 11 seasons of "Duck Dynasty," the very successful, highly rated saga which followed Phil Robertson and his family. Published May 20, 2020
Viral divide: 43% of Republicans, 8% of Democrats say worst of coronavirus crisis is over
When will the coronavirus pandemic end? That depends on who you ask, and the differences of opinion between Republicans and Democrats on the matter are stark. Published May 20, 2020
Inside the Beltway: Republicans are right: Life is improving during coronavirus pandemic
The news media often imply that the nation is falling apart because President Trump remains in office and the coronavirus has ruined life as we know it. The nation, apparently, has not gotten the message, Things are not as bad as the press suggests -- which could disappoint those news organizations which base their coverage on tales of public discontent and discord and confusion in the White House. Published May 19, 2020
Inside the Beltway: Trump campaign launches investigative website
Never underestimate President Trump's very proactive reelection campaign, which constantly seeks new ways to circumvent both the hostile news media and assorted political foes. In the past 24 hours, Donald J. Trump for President Inc. has activated TheTruthOverFacts.com, an investigative website which showcases Joseph R. Biden's "never-ending, seemingly incomprehensible statements" during his quest for White House. Published May 18, 2020
When to shop and socialize: Republicans and Democrats have opposite opinions
The summer season may be looming on the calendar, but that doesn't mean Americans are in a warm-weather mood to spend money and socialize. Republicans, however, appear to be the exception. Published May 18, 2020
40% of Americans paying little or no attention to 2020 election: Poll
Who's paying close attention to the presidential campaign besides the candidates, political strategists and the news media? A new Economist/YouGov poll finds that that 26% of U.S. adults are paying "only a little attention" to the White House race, while 14% are paying no attention. Published May 18, 2020
Inside the Beltway: Republican National Convention organizers expect 50,000 people, in person
While many political forces are dithering over social distancing due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Republican Party is full speed ahead on the 2020 Republican National Convention, set for late August in Charlotte, North Carolina. The attendance numbers are sizable. Organizers expect 50,000 attendees, 15,000 journalists and 8,000 volunteers. Published May 17, 2020
Grocery store prices have increased at the greatest rate in 46 years: Report
Prices have risen substantially at grocery stores, and it has proved to be the greatest increase in almost five decades, according to an analysis of numbers from the Bureau of Labor Statistics' Consumer Price Index. Published May 15, 2020
Inside the Beltway: Democrats ‘unfit to govern’ in a crisis
The Democratic Party just can't kick the epic legislation habit, creating bills which are strategically lengthy, dense and unwieldy. This dubious art came into full flower when the 2,300-page Affordable Care Act - Obamacare - arrived at the U.S. Capitol in 2010. Those original hundreds of pages paved the eventual way for 20,000 more pages of regulations, according to several reports. Published May 14, 2020
Inside the Beltway: Joe Biden needs a co-president
Some wonder if the one and only Joseph R. Biden needs some serious assistance in his quest for the White House. Published May 13, 2020
Inside the Beltway: Pandemic politics: Will coronavirus determine who wins the election?
Some now believe the coronavirus pandemic will be the ultimate influence on the outcome of the presidential election. Published May 12, 2020
War chest: Donald Trump’s reelection campaign has raised an unprecedented $742 million
President Trump is winning the donations war. His campaign raised $61.7 million in April, bringing the total haul for this election cycle to an unprecedented $742 million, the Republican National Committee announced Tuesday. This is $288 million more than former President Barack Obama at this point in his re-election campaign eight years ago. Published May 12, 2020
28% of Democratic voters want another presidential nominee besides Joe Biden
The voting public has mixed feelings about the prospect of Joe Biden as the Democratic presidential nominee, and significant minorities say the Democratic Party should find another nominee, according to a Rasmusssen Reports survey released Tuesday. Published May 12, 2020
Inside the Beltway: ‘Republicans for Biden’ group has surfaced
An effort to organize and recruit "Republicans for Biden" now appears to be underway, in search of disgruntled GOP voters who could jettison their support for President Trump and switch sides. Published May 11, 2020
Mike Garcia prepares to lead the Republican charge in California in special election
He has 1,400 hours of operational flight time in a an F-18 as a 20-year U.S. Navy fighter pilot with combat time in the Middle East. Now an executive with Raytheon, Mike Garcia has some 24 hours until a potentially life-changing experience in the political arena begins. He is running for Congress as the Republican nominee in the 25th District of California, in a special election Tuesday. Published May 11, 2020
Inside the Beltway: CNN, MSNBC indulge in dramatics, still lag behind Fox News
Be careful what you wish for. In the absence of regular press briefings, a pair of cable new networks have badgered the White House about access to President Trump for quite some time. But now silence when the briefings return? CNN and MSNBC aired counter programming instead. Published May 10, 2020
