I am a D.C.-transplant now residing in Colorado. The Nov. 30 matchup between the Washington Commanders and Denver Broncos was an ode to a low-key rivalry that can be traced back to 1988 as its only significant historical relevancy. And maybe that nice trade between the franchises in 2004. Ronald C. Modra/Getty Images; Timothy Hurst/The … Continue reading Commanders fans, you’re allowed to be angry
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Presidential leadership, oh, I mean sponsorship
I was born in Washington, D.C., and have always stayed loyal to the football team, no matter the long spans of irrelevance, inconsistent success, shattered hopes and name changes. There have been too many times after games when I've shouted, "God, I hate this fucking franchise!" Photo courtesy of Alex Brandon/AP Of course, I've never … Continue reading Presidential leadership, oh, I mean sponsorship
Free to speak freely
Good for Jimmy Kimmel. Good for all of America, despite what only a few may believe. The late-night host returned from suspension to his usual ABC time slot on Tuesday night. His monologue was full of humor, honesty, graditude, and necessary vulnerability and authenticity. https://www.youtube.com/embed/c1tjh_ZO_tY?si=LNG-dooacAOApcfC Free speech and freedom of the press are not exclusive … Continue reading Free to speak freely
Playing a role
No one has the right to play God. Tyler Robinson has been arrested on suspicion of aggravataed murder, felony discharge of a firearm causing seriously bodily hard, and obstrcution of justice charges in the assassination of Charlie Kirk. No matter one's belief, status or ideaology, they have no business dictating who lives or who dies. … Continue reading Playing a role
Pop culture president
I tend to gravitate toward pop culture and how it contributes to our perception of the world. This includes how the audience communicates through various mediums or how their attitudes toward journalists are shaped through fictious portrayals. We can use fiction for political commentaries and comparisons as well. And considering a certain political actor claims … Continue reading Pop culture president
DMV sports
As you may have figured, I am a supporter of DMV-based teams. And, if you follow sports, you probably realize that it is difficult and agonizing. Of the six professional teams I follow - Baltimore Orioles, DC United, Washington Capitals, Washington Commanders, Washington Mystics and Washington Wizards - championships are few and far between and … Continue reading DMV sports
No. 8
The era of athletes branding themselves continues to grow, and righfully so, as they are becoming more than an athlete, but a personality. Not like that hasn't been the case for a while, but there are plenty of ventures to be had in the modern landscape of marketing. Lamar Jackson continues his attempt to brand … Continue reading No. 8
Carl Lawrence Knauf 