Robin Garr

Until recent years, Kentucky voters registered Democrat. (Top image, 2016) But most of them (outside major cities) vote Republican (bottom image, 2024). Given this long heritage, is there any way for Democrats to get them back? Is there any way that does not involve selling our souls?

He's not well. ;)

Always take sides. Neutrality helps the oppressor, never the victim. Silence encourages the tormentor never the tormented.
–Elie Wiesel

#PastaSaturday turned out to be #risotto today: Marcella Hazan’s Risotto con i Pomodori Freschi e il Basilico (risotto with fresh tomatoes and basil) mostly fresh from the garden.

For the first time in 1,600 years, the Archbishop of Canterbury is a woman. I'd say this is way overdue.

Chill a … Bordeaux? If you like the idea of a crisp rosé on a summery October day but really prefer a red, say hello to Clairet, a light, refreshing red from Bordeaux?

Chill a ... Bordeaux?
If you like the idea of a crisp rosé on a summery October day but really prefer a red, say hello to Clairet, a light, refreshing red from Bordeaux.

Read this week's #30SecondWineAdvisor:
bit.ly/coolclairet

Almost every country except the US and Israel now favors a two-state solution for Israel and Palestine. What's your opinion, and why?

What do you suppose made Donald change his mind about government shutdowns?

How about all those great, stern-faced generals not smiling or cheering? Can you find the one guy in the inset whose facepalm probably spoke for them all? #whereswaldo

Would you trust a man who buys hair product by the gallon ... and puts it on the taxpayers' tab? 🤡

If there's a government shutdown, which party should take the blame? If you think it's "Both," how would you apportion each party's share?

A reminder to America's ranking generals and admirals as they gather from around the world to be lectured ...

"A soldier must disobey orders that are manifestly or patently unlawful, meaning orders that clearly require a criminal act, violate the Constitution, federal law, or international law."

Would it be wrong to point out that he really does have very stubby fingers? (Photo from The Guardian.)

"An evil man will burn his own nation to the ground to rule over the huashes."
-Sun Tzu

Old World, New World, our world For many years, Old World and New World wine styles felt as polarized as politics. Love one, shun the other. But lately I wonder if that's changing.

Old World, New World, our world
For many years, Old World and New World wine styles felt as polarized as politics. Love one, shun the other. But lately I wonder if that’s changing.

Read this week's #30SecondWineAdvisor:
bit.ly/wineworlds

The First Amendment protects our free speech from government action, not from action by businesses, neighbors, or friends. But what happens if government uses its power to press businesses and institutions to cancel employees for their speech? Is that more like "an offer you can't refuse"?

Barry, do you have a family doctor? I'm not going to try to lecture you, but you might be wise to have a chat with them about that.

When is the best time to get your flu shot? Too early, protection wanes before spring. Too late, an early case might catch you. When do you think is the Goldilocks zone?

Do you think pharmacies are declining in service? Why? Are you happy with your pharmacy?

Mmm, what's that smell? We talk about tasting wine, but our sense of smell may actually be the most effective tool we have for fully enjoying our wine. What's up with that?

Mmm, what's that smell?
We talk about tasting wine, but our sense of smell may actually be the most effective tool we have for fully enjoying our wine. What's up with that?

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bit.ly/swirlsniff

Zero to 100%, what do you think are the chances that we can get a sane, bipartisan approach to gun control now?

An Extremely Detailed Map of the 2024 Election (Gift Article) See how your neighborhood voted on our interactive, precinct-level results map of the presidential election.

If there's a second civil war, it won't be state vs state but red rural areas vs blue cities. So why do you suppose they're REALLY sending troops into cities to control "crime"?
nyti.ms/46s9vQU

Can you trust the wine label? Much of the information on wine labels is strictly regulated: Grape, place, alcohol content. And then there's the part where the winery gets to brag.

Can you trust the wine label?
Much of the information on wine labels is strictly regulated: Grape, place, alcohol content. And then there's the part where the winery gets to brag.

Read this week's #30SecondWineAdvisor:
bit.ly/trustlabel

When squirrels use their fuzzy tails to keep warm and dry.

Yesterday 47 ordered the destruction of a small Venezuelan boat in international waters and 11 people died. Do you believe it was a drug cartel? Could the video be an AI deep fake? Does 47 ever tell the truth?

Trump says he will order federal intervention in Chicago and Baltimore despite local opposition President Donald Trump says he plans to direct federal law enforcement intervention in Chicago and Baltimore. Local officials in both cities oppose such moves.

"Trump says he will order federal intervention in Chicago and Baltimore despite local opposition"

What could possibly go wrong? 😝

bit.ly/KingDonald

There is no middle ground between an arsonist and a firefighter.
—Marc Elias, Democracy Docket

Anyone disagree?

A random selection of protest signs at the Labor Day pro-democracy protest in St. Matthews in Louisville this afternoon. A lot of creativity and a lot of energy!

I just found out that September 1 is Ginger Cat Appreciation Day! I'm going to go appreciate Manny. Do you know a ginger boycat? (Male gingers outnumber females 31 to 1 because chromosomes.)

Give up wine? Phthbbbb! There's been a scary tsunami of headlines about alcohol and health lately, warning that we consider giving up wine completely. I say "Phthbbbb." What do you say?

Give up wine? Phthbbbb!
There's been a scary tsunami of headlines about alcohol and health lately, warning that we consider giving up wine completely. I say "Phthbbbb." What do you say?

Read this week's #30SecondWineAdvisor:
bit.ly/NoProhibition