Trump’s political will

No American presidents of our time – perhaps no American presidents ever, with the possible exceptions of George Washington and Theodore Roosevelt -- have affected the environment of their successors as dramatically as Donald J. Trump has shaped the political world of Joe Biden.

Husband either ignores or fights with spouse

DEAR HARRIETTE: I feel like I shoulder all the responsibility in my family. I am married, and my husband works and comes home every day – but that's about it. He rarely helps with homework, housework or anything else. Honestly, we don't spend much time together.

Stringing Christmas lights

I walk around my neighborhood later in the evening these days, mostly so I can see the lights.There are some impressive houses just a mile or so away, and I walk down the sidewalks and see what has appeared on the lawns and in the windows now, right before Christmas.

Media histrionics vs. reality

Only last week, we learned that one Donald J. Trump was, in effect, the Typhoid Mary of the COVID-19 epidemic during the 2020 campaign.

Ketosis, ketoacidosis sound similar, but not the same thing

Dear Doctors: I mentioned to a friend that I'm starting a low-carb diet that puts your body into ketosis. She said not to because ketosis is one of the dangerous complications that can happen to people with diabetes. Is that right? If so, how can low-carb diets ever be safe?

Both happy and proud

Two weeks ago, the Clinton Red Tornadoes earned our school’s 17th state football championship!It culminated an exciting season of commitment, determination, talent, teamwork, excellent coach ing and a winning football tradition at Clinton High School.

Youth and politics

The death of former Sen. Bob Dole at age 98 – a full quarter-century after he was the unsuccessful Republican presidential nominee – inevitably raises questions about age and politics. Some of those are profoundly relevant today.

Would-be mentor wishes friend would listen

DEAR HARRIETTE: I have been a business owner for more than 10 years. Growing my business from the ground up has taught me a lot, and I love sharing tips and tricks with anyone who's willing to listen. A good friend of mine recently started a business as well.

DO JUST ONE THING

● You probably already have the necessary ingredients somewhere in your home to make your own inexpensive and highly effective laundry stain remover: All you need is hydrogen peroxide and dish soap.

Don’t mess with electoral college

Over the years we have witnessed a reliable pattern develop in American politics: When the Left loses, instead of changing its arguments or its candidates it opts to change the rules.