Posts by Diane Dimond
Art Imitates Life – Inside the Insidious World of Elder Guardianships
Given that this is a crime and justice column it is pretty safe to say this will likely be the only time I do a movie review. But given the subject matter of the new movie, “I Care A Lot” this film is right up my alley. As long-time readers may remember I have frequently…
Read MoreOne Way Politicians Can Start to Regain Voter’s Trust
Politicians are privy to all sorts of secret information. What if they use it to win on Wall Street? There is a law against that but questionable trades by members of the U.S. Congress continue. Why?
Read MoreThe Lifespan of the U.S. Death Penalty Just Got Shorter
The death penalty in the United States is on the verge of being snuffed out. The Commonwealth of Virginia, which has executed more convicts than any other state in U.S. history, is now poised to abolish capital punishment. This is a big deal as Virginia would become the first southern state to eliminate the death…
Read MoreThe Very Real Personal Costs of the Covid-19 Pandemic
In 2020 murders were way up, so were suicides, domestic violence, substance abuse and mental health episodes. Was it the pandemic? Will it continue?
Read MoreImmigration: Is it Wrong to Think About What’s Best for the United States?
Desperate refugees from Central America are on the way to the US after POTUS’s order to end deportations. Okay, now, in this time of COVID what shall we do with them all?
Read MoreGet Ready for Fights Over Criminal Justice Reform
In the brand new year ahead get ready for some brand new moves to change the criminal justice system as we know it. In some states its already happening. You’ll hear about several proposals in the coming months.
Read MoreOnline Censorship Cancels the Right of Free Speech
Big Tech and Big Media are engaged in a frightening rampage of censorship. Everyone should be alarmed. If some geeky bro can ban a President from social media you could be next.
Read MoreWe Are Either the UNITED States or We Are Not
We are no longer the UNITED States. Partisan politicians and social media helped divide us so don’t look to them for help. The fix can only come from us.
Read MoreSo, What’s the Future of the “Big, Beautiful” Border Wall?
So now what happens to the multi-billion dollars U.S. wall with Mexico. It isn’t finished yet. Do we take the loss, abandon the project and risk more illegal entries?
Read MoreBe Charitable But Also Be Careful
Charitable giving this time of year is a habit. But during this Year of the Pandemic be extra careful where you donate. Creative criminals are waiting
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