With the impending release of my book, RENEGADE, which promises to be a comprehensive look at how we got to this place of insanity in our politics, I realized this needed to be more than a one and done shot….so…here we are substack.
I know what you’re thinking…”Oh, another political Substack.” How do I know? Because I think that every time I see one.
This is different. I promise. For one thing, I’m bringing to the ‘stack’ more than a decade of pent-up secrets, a wealth of observations about the craven nature of the many hacks trusted with the country’s future, and insider takes on the ridiculous world of insecure, incompetent and selfish debate-team savants who flimflam the nation. And with a little unpacking their tricks come into focus. For example:
What does a politician mean when they say “we need to have a conversation about A, B, or C.,” or “we need to take a deep look into XYZ” (Spoiler: It means they are punting the answer while sounding reasonable.) What happens when the government shuts down, and what does the average house member think about that? (Spoiler: they hate it, but worse, they hate going outside of the Fox News talking points.) Who has the most punchable face in politics? Hint:
Looking for more? How about my thoughts on UFOs, fatherhood, Ukraine, and the list goes on.
I want to build a community, and not in a stupid nebulous sense where we pretend to push for some utopian idea of America that doesn’t exist and has never existed. No, I’m talking about a community of sharp elbows and serious debate, but also of respect for and understanding of, differences.
I love flying airplanes, so expect a bunch of that thrown in the mix!
The free subscription will include much of the above.
BUT- the paid subscription will come with:
More insider analysis from a veteran politician who no longer cares what my party thinks
More personal takes on topics ranging from religion to guns
Character studies of charlatans — Kevin McCarthy — and heroes — John McCain — alike.
I’ll offer candid reports on my experience traveling the nation for Country First, and descriptions of what it’s like to be a sorta-famous guy who is a target for Fox News viewers and liberal media addicts (none of whom understand that I’m more than a face on a screen.)
In short, the free subscription will be mostly my public thoughts, and the paid will add my private thoughts.
Think about it. A years-long subscription costs the same as a fairly fun night at the bar where you refuse to buy drinks for anyone but yourself, or a tame night at the bar where you buy a round for the group then go home.
If the cost is too much, let me know and I can help you out. I won’t check your bar tab to confirm, so its scouts honor.
I’ll also be occasionally joined by Michael D’Antonio, my co-writer on RENEGADE (coming Oct 17th) and a bit of a leftie. It will make for some fun and interesting back and forth.
So welcome, hit
And remember to
I’m not a Republican but I’m a big fan of yours. I’m eager to see what you’ll write, and I’m hoping you’ll help me to feel better about our country. (It’s okay for you to scare me too, if that’s your game. I trust you!)
Howdy sir! Loyal follower of yours from the hellscape called xitter and now here. Proud Cuban, proud American, proud NAFO! I’m a traditional centrist Democrat who like all us traditional centrists, waiver into both sides of the aisle for the betterment of the country. Looking forward to this and thank you for your service to our country!