Editorial: 3 Open Questions on COVID-19 Dashboard, Polis & NBA

The Maverick Observer believes in open, accountable, and responsible (OAR) government and business.
Big Data is Watching You

Editorial: What Price Information?

I have been doing a lot of reading lately. Due to this I have come to a stunning conclusion. The internet allows you to prove everything is true! No, I mean it. The internet has all the facts for any side of any issue. I am dumbfounded.
Truth Matters

Editorial: The Truth Matters

The truth matters, but does anybody know the truth? While perusing the Internet and the local paper in early May I have a mighty hard time thinking anyone does. It stands to reason that someone should, but the vast spectrum of views on this virus makes me believe no one does.
Gratitude

What I’ve Learned from COVID-19

Gratitude is something we should practice everyday.

I will be the first to admit that I don’t always slow down and appreciate all the blessings in my life. The COVID-19 pandemic has not only changed my short-term perspective while being quarantined, it has also profoundly changed my outlook moving forward.
Quick Thoughts Balancing Rocks

Lives vs. Economy: Who wins?

As we debate the issue of leaving our homes, reopening our businesses and enjoying our “new normal” major concerns centered around our safety and the health of our economy are discussed.
Quick Thoughts Balancing Rocks

If you give something away voluntarily, can you ask for it back?

What have we given away during the coronavirus pandemic and can we get it back from our leaders?

Tim’s Opinion: Virus, Rascals and Scoundrels

I have been in and out of anger all week, maybe for several weeks.

I am sure that I am not the only one. The new coronavirus or Covid-19 is only part of the cause. The rest is the lack of media folks and politicians to rise above the pettiness of the world as they see it today.

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