Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Passes Away at 87
The Supreme Court confirmed Friday evening that Justice Ginsburg passed away at 87 of complications with pancreas cancer.
Announcement
R.I.P. Tag
Memories of my former boss, Herman Cain
Here is what I wrote shortly after the death of Herman Cain:
By now, many of you have heard about the heartbreaking loss of my former boss Herman Cain who died from complications associated with COVID-19. Some have predictably used it as an opportunity to score political points, unconcerned with the hurt so many people are facing right now.
“Walk toward the fire” — Andrew Breitbart died 8 years ago
Every year on March 1, we remember the life and legacy of Andrew Breitbart.
David Koch Passes Away at 79
Billionaire David Koch passed away at the age of 79, his brother Charles confirmed Friday morning.
Justice John Paul Stevens Dies at Age 99
Tuesday, Justice John Paul Stevens passed away at the age of 99. Justice Stevens' retirement from the Supreme Court paved the way for Justice Keagan's appointment.
Ross Perot Passes Away at Age 89
Ross Perot, a seminal figure in 90s politics passed away at the age of 89 Tuesday after a five-month-long battle with leukemia, according to the Associated Press.
Former Mississippi Senator Thad Cochran Passes Away at 81
Former Senator Thad Cochran passed away Thursday morning at the age of 81. Cochran served in the US Senate for 45 years.
In Memory of Legal Insurrection Reader Patricia McNaughton
It is with great sadness that I announce the death of Legal Insurrection reader Patricia McNaughton of Fremont, Wisconsin. Patricia passed away peacefully in the evening of April 29, 2019, surrounded by her sister and family.
Patricia was a great friend of the website, and became a great friend.
My Father’s Ashes Arrived Today
Last May, when my father was dying in a South Jersey nursing home, I wrote a piece titled Eulogy for a "Terrible" Father. It detailed his huge faults, but also how much he tried to be better towards the end of his life. I also talked about how he decided, when he was alive, to donate his body to science.
Herb Kelleher Revolutionized the Airline Industry and Had a Blast Doing It
Herb Kelleher, the former Chairman, CEO, and co-founder of Southwest Airlines passed away last week. His grit, humor, and authenticity revolutionized air travel and created a corporate culture, one big family, really, to be envied.
Bre Payton, 1992-2018
Bre Payton was a 26-year-old rising star in conservative media.
I didn't know her personally, but did know her writing at The Federalist. For someone of such a tender age to get a staff writer position at The Federalist was quite an accomplishment.
Sister Wendy Beckett, Art Historian and Unlikely TV Star, Dies at 88
Sister Wendy Beckett, a British nun who wrote books about art and became a television sensation in the 1990s, passed away at the age of 88. She will be greatly missed.
RIP – Penny Marshall Passes Away at 75
TV star turned film director Penny Marshall passed away on Tuesday at 75 due to complications from diabetes. As a performer, she was a natural in comedy, as a director she enjoyed even more success, and her career spanned decades.
President George H. W. Bush Passes Away at 94
President George H. W. Bush has passed away at age 94. His wife, former First Lady Barbara Bush, passed away in April.
The New York Post reports: "Former President George H. W. Bush — a World War II hero, distinguished public servant and patriarch of an American political dynasty — died on Friday. He was 94."
John McCain has died
On Friday it was announced that Senator John McCain had decided to forgo further medical treatments.
Tonight he died.
Unfortunately, his death will be politicized in many directions.
I'll just hope that after an eventful and full life, he rests in peace.
Welcome home from Bloody Tarawa, Pvt. Emil F. Ragucci
The Battle of Tarawa atoll was fought on November 20-23, 1943.
Over 1000 U.S. Marines lost their lives, and over 2000 were wounded, during the 72-hour battle, earning the atoll the name "Bloody Tarawa."
Charles Krauthammer Passes Away, He Will Be Sorely Missed
Goodspeed, good sir....
Ron Coleman