The “purse strings” for government vest in Congress by the U.S. Constitution. Congress has monetary power over the executive branch. Why does the government shut down? Because annual appropriations lapse. Why do appropriations lapse? Because Congress’s power of the purse denies funding to carry out previously conferred authority.
Wherever blame is assessed, the cause resides with Congress.
The Raiders continue to abuse their fans and overstay their Las Vegas welcome, as every sports outlet and commentator indicated they were tanking for the first overall draft pick and yet the administrative leaders of this team insisted that was not the case.
For the new year, I think anyone wishing to hold public office should be required to prove that they can tie their shoes.
The glorious Christmas feast hosted by Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada was uplifting.
