Opinion

Squawkbox – March 5, 2026

Dateline exposed the incompetence of the entire Dougherty County Judicial System. From the Dougherty County police, the Dougherty County coroner to the Dougherty County District Attorney. The combination of these three agencies almost allowed a cold blooded murderer to walk free. I am totally embarrassed that the whole country was able to see our incompetent system.

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Squawkbox – February 26, 2026

This is rich. FBI Director Kash Patel was captured on video/in photos celebrating with Team USA’s men’s hockey team after their gold medal victory against Canada in Milan. What legitimate reason can Patel claim for this on taxpayers’ dime? Exactly.

Squawkbox – February 24, 2026

Let's see more columns by Thomas Knapp. He and H.L. Mencken nailed it.

Squawkbox – February 21, 2026

You would think that people of a certain age would know that they are better served by Republican lawmakers. Fletcher, you and your pal Ludwig obviously didn't get the message.

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