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Jennifer Harper

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Jennifer Harper wrote the daily Inside the Beltway column for The Washington Times.

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FILE - In this Dec. 26, 2018, file photo, President Donald Trump speaks to members of the military at a hangar rally at Ain al-Asad air base, Iraq. Iran struck back at the United States for the killing of a top Iranian general early Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2020, firing a series of ballistic missiles at Iraqi bases housing U.S. troops in a major escalation of tensions that brought the two longtime foes closer to war. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik, File)

Inside the Beltway: Trump praises ‘incredible dedication’ of American military

Take a few seconds on Memorial Day to remember why we mark the day. In a proclamation, President Trump has asked the nation to pray for "permanent peace" at 11 a.m. in whatever time zone you happen to be in. Then pause again at 3 p.m. and think of those lost in battle in "The Moment of Remembrance" -- an event that was actually designated by Congress in 1950.

May 24, 2020
The back of Rolling Thunder jacket is seen before President Donald Trump speaks during a "Rolling to Remember Ceremony," to honor the nation's veterans and POW/MIA, from the Blue Room Balcony of the White House, Friday, May 22, 2020, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon) ** FILE **

Coronavirus pandemic does not slow the mission of Rolling Thunder

The roar of motorcycles on a mission continues. Even the coronavirus has not stopped Rolling Thunder's "Ride for Freedom," an annual demonstration to draw attention to veterans issues and honor prisoners of war and those missing in action. It's just a little different this year.

May 24, 2020
A man walks past a closed business. A Michigan businessman is urging the public to speak up by promoting "Take Yourself to Work Day." (Associated Press)

Inside the Beltway: Economic disobedience: It’s time for ‘Take Yourself to Work Day’

In years past, Americans participated in take your daughter, son, child or dog to work day -- the gesture meant as an upbeat affirmation of ties between workers, work and family members. The coronavirus lockdowns against businesses deemed non-essential, however, have left millions at home, pining for the day they will indeed be on the job again.

May 20, 2020
A new Gallup poll suggests that many Americans' moods have improved even as the coronavirus pandemic continues. (Associated Press)

Inside the Beltway: Republicans are right: Life is improving during coronavirus pandemic

The news media often imply that the nation is falling apart because President Trump remains in office and the coronavirus has ruined life as we know it. The nation, apparently, has not gotten the message, Things are not as bad as the press suggests -- which could disappoint those news organizations which base their coverage on tales of public discontent and discord and confusion in the White House.

May 19, 2020
President Trump's campaign has launched its own "investigative" website, in a continuing effort to bypass the media and political rivals. (Donald J. Trump for President, Inc.)

Inside the Beltway: Trump campaign launches investigative website

Never underestimate President Trump's very proactive reelection campaign, which constantly seeks new ways to circumvent both the hostile news media and assorted political foes. In the past 24 hours, Donald J. Trump for President Inc. has activated TheTruthOverFacts.com, an investigative website which showcases Joseph R. Biden's "never-ending, seemingly incomprehensible statements" during his quest for White House.

May 18, 2020
In this Sept. 23, 2016, file photo, "I Voted" stickers sit for voters upon dropping off their absentee ballot at the elections office inside the Plato Building in St. Paul, Minn. (Liam James Doyle/The Minnesota Daily via AP) ** FILE **

40% of Americans paying little or no attention to 2020 election: Poll

Who's paying close attention to the presidential campaign besides the candidates, political strategists and the news media? A new Economist/YouGov poll finds that that 26% of U.S. adults are paying "only a little attention" to the White House race, while 14% are paying no attention.

May 18, 2020
Some analysts now believe the huge coronavirus relief bill is evidence that the Democrats are unable to "govern in a crisis." (Associated Press)

Inside the Beltway: Democrats ‘unfit to govern’ in a crisis

The Democratic Party just can't kick the epic legislation habit, creating bills which are strategically lengthy, dense and unwieldy. This dubious art came into full flower when the 2,300-page Affordable Care Act - Obamacare - arrived at the U.S. Capitol in 2010. Those original hundreds of pages paved the eventual way for 20,000 more pages of regulations, according to several reports.

May 14, 2020
Supporters of President Donald Trump circle the State Capitol as they protest Gov. Tim Walz's "Stay Home MN" orders meant to slow the spread of COVID-19, Saturday, May 2, 2020, in St. Paul, Minn. (Anthony Souffle/Star Tribune via AP) ** FILE **

War chest: Donald Trump’s reelection campaign has raised an unprecedented $742 million

President Trump is winning the donations war. His campaign raised $61.7 million in April, bringing the total haul for this election cycle to an unprecedented $742 million, the Republican National Committee announced Tuesday. This is $288 million more than former President Barack Obama at this point in his re-election campaign eight years ago.

May 12, 2020
In this Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2020, photo, 25th Congressional District candidate and former Navy combat pilot Mike Garcia addresses supporters in Simi Valley, Calif. (AP Photo/Michael Blood) ** FILE **

Mike Garcia prepares to lead the Republican charge in California in special election

He has 1,400 hours of operational flight time in a an F-18 as a 20-year U.S. Navy fighter pilot with combat time in the Middle East. Now an executive with Raytheon, Mike Garcia has some 24 hours until a potentially life-changing experience in the political arena begins. He is running for Congress as the Republican nominee in the 25th District of California, in a special election Tuesday.

May 11, 2020