Author Archives: David Scott Whinery Esquire
Whinery: Spy vs. Spy? There’s Something Fishy About Edward Snowden
Something about NSA leaker Edward Snowden doesn’t add up… There are serious questions into how a high school dropout with a GED gets access to the entire inner workings of “Big Brother.” Does anyone else think that there is more … Continue reading
Whinery: The Panopticon is Here! The NSA Spy Scheme
Is anyone really surprised that it doesn’t matter who the President is when it comes to abuse of power? The revelations coming out today about the National Security Agency‘s (NSA) spying on Americans – which coincidentally leaked out on the … Continue reading
Whinery: Do I lose My “Jew-Card” Rooting for Hezbollah?
As I’ve written previously, it would be a stupid decision by the West to go to war in Syria and my prediction is being validated… Not only has Syrian President Bashir-Al-Assad solidified his control of the capital, Damascus, he’s now … Continue reading
Whinery: Three Strikes, They’re Out!
“It’s not looking good for Obama, today his teleprompter took the Fifth” — Jay Leno… Of all the scandals plaguing Obama the one that really ticks me off most is his war on the press. I expect the IRS to … Continue reading
Whinery: Think You Still Live in a Free Country?
On May 5th President Obama gave the commencement address at Ohio State University in which he issued a warning, as follows… “Unfortunately, you’ve grown up hearing voices that incessantly warn of Government as nothing more than some separate, sinister entity … Continue reading
Whinery: And the Survey Says…
Every now and then a public opinion poll comes out that shocks even the political junkies… A mind boggling 29 percent of Americans believe that “In the next few years an armed revolution might be necessary in order to protect … Continue reading
Whinery: Is Martial Law Ever OK?
What happened in Boston last week was both shocking and horrific to say the least… People were killed and several were maimed during the running of the Boston Marathon. It was definitely a crisis situation. The bombers had to be … Continue reading
Whinery: The Boston Marathon Bombing ‘Reporting’
In another senseless act of violence, two bombs went off at the finish line of the Boston Marathon leaving several people dead and wounded… And once again, as with any act of Domestic Terrorism, the mainstream “Liberal” media pontificates that … Continue reading
Whinery: Why Homosexuals Have Lost Their Minds
I feel like the last person to comment on this Gay Marriage controversy… But its taken me quite a while to wrap my head around why a “crucified” people – at least outside of major metropolitan areas – would want … Continue reading
Whinery: CIA DATA COLLECTION NIGHTMARE
“We fundamentally try to collect everything and hang onto it forever.” Ira “Gus” Hunt Chief Technology Officer- Central Intelligence Agency In a stunning episode of candor, Mr. Hunt, while speaking at GigaOM’s Structure Data Conference in New York City this … Continue reading
Hearne: Power & Light District Powerplay on KC Strip Reeks
I’m not gonna spell it out for you guys right here, right now, but… Trust me on this, the alleged reason behind the Power & Light District’s bailing on the KC Strip trolly line, effectively hanging it out to dry … Continue reading
Whinery: The Good Guys Win One
Poor “Nanny” Bloomberg… One day before New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s ban on sugary drinks was to take effect, cooler heads prevailed at the New York Supreme Court. Judge Milton Tingling – great name for a judge – found … Continue reading
Hearne: Star Shrinkage Project Starts in Today’s FYI Section
Remember that Steve Martin bit, Let’s get small? Well, as first reported here months ago, that process is well on its way at the Kansas City Star and took its first baby step today in the FYI section.
Whinery: Dennis Rodman, Goldman Sachs & The Chiefs are Ruining People’s Lives
WTF!!!!!!!! “I don’t have to tell you things are bad. Everybody knows things are bad. It’s depression. Everybody is out of work or scared of losing their job. The dollar buys a nickel’s worth; banks are going bust; shopkeepers keep … Continue reading
Whinery: Due Process for Christopher Dorner
Its been five days since, depending on how you look at things, law enforcement decided to play judge, jury and executioner with Mr. Christopher Dorner… The way I look at it- he was “Waco’d” Who Cares?
Whinery: Devil’s Advocate for Dorner
Being a Criminal Defense Attorney, I’m used to defending people and actions that are, personally, repugnant… So this is how I would defend Christopher Jordan Dorner. In case you don’t know who he is, Dorner is a former Lieutenant in … Continue reading
Whinery: Where’s Glazer?
The burning question in the comments section these days is… “Where is KC Confidential’s most polarizing columnist?” The man, the myth, the legend… Mr. Craig Glazer. I had the opportunity to interview our fearless leader, Mr. Hearne Christopher, Jr. and … Continue reading
Whinery: Here We Go Again
Another platitude filled speech on gun control… It’s unfortunate, although not UNEXPECTED, that the President is using the tragedy in Newtown to advance his agenda with a set of proposals that will do little to prevent these types of atrocities. … Continue reading
Hearne: The Ridiculous Divorce Between Sporting Kansas City & Lance Armstrong
To characterize Sporting Kansas City‘s naming rights deal with Lance Armstrong as ill-conceived would be a laughable understatement… Does anybody really believe Sporting was completely blindsided by the breakup with Livestrong? Clearly the end was near, Livestrong merely beat Sporting … Continue reading
Whinery: All in for Chuck Hagel as Defense Secretary
Not in my wildest dreams would I have foreseen where President Obama would be be nominating a Conservative Republican… But Secretary of Defense nominee Mr. Chuck Hagel has a lifetime rating of 85 from the American Conservative Union. Nor would I … Continue reading