"Over the last couple of weeks, I sat down to write my Thanksgiving message several times, only to scrap every draft. Try as I may, I find myself incapable of penning some sappy tribute to the season. Don’t get me wrong, it’s not that I am ungrateful for the abundance of blessings in my life. I just find it difficult to celebrate when so many people are living in fear and experiencing unspeakable cruelty," writes J. Basil Dannebohm.

"While traditional media is an evolving industry, traditional journalism should be timeless. A journalist, even when penning an opinion piece, ought to hold accuracy in high regard," writes J. Basil Dannebohm.

J. Basil Dannebohm writes, "The only non-repackaged success Mr. Trump has achieved thus far has been to roll a turd in powdered sugar and convince his followers that it’s a jelly donut as they mindlessly grin, consuming every bite."

J. Basil Dannebohm shares the story of how his hometown came together to make his Christmas dream a reality -- and how it continues 13 years later.

Former Legislator J. Basil Dannebohm cautions Democrats that while November 4th was a touchdown in the first round, but it’s not even halftime. Liberals haven’t won the game just yet.

J. Basil Dannebohm cautions establishment Democrats, "Playing it safe or worse yet, doing nothing, isn't working. It won't stop Donald Trump, and it certainly won't sway independent voters. In the words of Hall and Oates, establishment Democrats are out of touch and out of time. It’s imperative they change their strategy or face certain defeat in the midterms."

J. Basil Dannebohm offers a cogent analysis of how a number of factors have created an environment of fear and superstition that has given rise to what he calls, "everyday monsters."

J. Basil Dannebohm recounts a story from his childhood growing up in Ellinwood, Kansas. What he thought was a paranormal encounter turned out to be something far more mundane.

The Honorable J. Basil Dannebohm offers some examples of MAGA chaos and contradictions saying, "Mr. Trump and his ilk need to make up their minds: Do they seek reality or conspiracy, freedom or restriction, peace or war, government or anarchy?"

Former Legislator J. Basil Dannebohm points out that while hardworking Americans are struggling to put food on the table, the United States is funding Israel to the tune of more than $59.5 million per day.

Former legislator J. Basil Dannebohm argues, "This nation enjoyed some of its most prosperous years when Congress met in the middle and compromised for the well-being of ALL Americans. If either party truly wanted to make this country “great again,” they would stop demonizing each other and start working together."

Former legislator J. Basil Dannebohm offers a cogent analysis of the assault on dialogue in the aftermath of the assassination of conservative firebrand Charlie Kirk.

Though they love to label voices of opposition as “snowflakes,” MAGA is a fragile, delicate movement that is especially sensitive to intellectualism, tough arguments, mocking, irrefutable facts, and criticism.

J. Basil Dannebohm observes, "The MAGA movement haplessly takes fraudster bait and consistently fails its own litmus test. Just look at who they anointed as 'Dear Leader.' There’s a reason he 'loves the poorly educated.'”

J. Basil Dannebohm writes, "You’re not likely to see critics like Jasmine Crockett or Lawrence O'Donnell hauled away to a fate unknown. Even authoritarians recognize that such a vulgar display of power would backfire. In the same manner that they have been targeting vulnerable immigrants, the regime will appease their appetites for vengeance by going after the little guys, the easy targets, the low hanging fruit, people that society considers insignificant."

J. Basil Dannebohm lays out the reasons he believes that just like Los Angeles, the regime’s march on Washington is aimed at something more nefarious: Martial Law isn’t enough. They want an all-out civil war.

The Honorable J. Basil Dannebohm offers a follow-up from his special op/ed that appeared in the Topeka Capitol-Journal. In his follow-up, he poses some questions Kansas voters should ask their GOP candidates.

The Honorable J. Basil Dannebohm shares the story of a mother's desperate plea that led him to become a champion for the legalization of marijuana.

J. Basil Dannebohm offers a caution to Democrats ahead of the midterm noting that while the often-unpredictable drama from the Trump regime is exhausting, midterm voters seem less inclined to trade MAGA chaos for the polarizing drama that is engulfing the left. Dannebohm emphasizes that it’s imperative that Democrats offer something tangibly different in both behavior and policy or face certain defeat in 2026.

J. Basil Dannebohms offers a cogent analysis of the various cults of personality that impact American culture and subsequently foster division.