By Gary Stout “They kiss on the ring, I carry the crown….I'm the man and nothing can break me down” –”The Man,” song by The Killers The idea of a “cult of personality” is a long-standing concept of authoritarian rule that has existed since the time of the Roman emperors in ...
By Gary Stout In this holiday season, we would all like to turn our thoughts to joy, peace, and “goodwill toward men.” Given the state of our bitter domestic politics, the continuing war in Ukraine, and the horrific Hamas attack on Israel and the Israeli response, feelings of kindness ...
By Gary Stout At the end of this year, one of the most remarkable political careers in Washington County history will end. For 28 years, Diana Irey Vaughan has served as an elected Republican representative on the Washington County Board of Commissioners. For most of Irey Vaughan’s ...
By Gary Stout There are many examples of people who have noteworthy accomplishments when they are older than 70. The public seems fascinated by actors, novelists, and artists who continue to produce masterpieces in their later years. Award shows often honor individuals in the creative arts and ...
