With this blog, I want to break down the jargony, legalese-filled or plain old inscrutable language that’s so often used to talk about the details of policy, process & politics and make it accessible and relatable instead.  I’ll also give you my personal understanding or interpretation of the latest political news – my take on things – to hopefully give you some further insight into what makes a particular piece of news interesting or meaningful or relevant.  My viewpoint is from the left side of the political aisle, and I will always try to present that view with fairness & intellectual honesty.