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Cheryl K. Chumley

Cheryl K. Chumley

cchumley@washingtontimes.com

Cheryl Chumley is online opinion editor, commentary writer and host of the “Bold and Blunt” podcast for The Washington Times, and a frequent media guest and public speaker. She is the author of several books, the latest titled, “Lockdown: The Socialist Plan To Take Away Your Freedom,” and “Socialists Don’t Sleep: Christians Must Rise or America Will Fall.” Email her at cchumley@washingtontimes.com.

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Rep. F. James Sensenbrenner Jr., Wisconsin Republican (Associated Press) **FILE**

Patriot Act author on James Clapper: Fire, prosecute him

Rep. F. James Sensenbrenner Jr., the brains behind the Patriot Act who in recent months has called for a scale-back on part of its surveillance powers, now says that one of the nation’s leading surveillance operatives, National Intelligence Director James Clapper, should be fired and prosecuted.

December 6, 2013
The U.S. Capitol Christmas tree is lit against the early morning sky Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2013, in Washington. The tree was officially lit Tuesday night to kick off the holiday season in the nation's capital. (AP Photo/J. David Ake)

Christmas, by Congress: Members mull a 15-cent tax on trees

It’s that time of year again – the Christmas tree tax has reared. Congressional members are mulling a 15-cent tax on fresh Christmas trees, a small but significant line-item mention in the current farm bill weaving through the House.

December 6, 2013
House Speaker John Boehner of Ohio speaks during a news conference on Capitol Hill in Washington, Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013.      (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)

John Boehner says GOP should support gay candidates: ‘I do’

Speaker John Boehner said the Republican Party ought to openly support gay candidates — a blunt statement that's sure to ratchet up tensions among traditional conservatives who see the GOP as straying from core principles and wading into political territories held by Democrats.

December 6, 2013
** FILE ** Dr. Thomas Frieden, director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (Associated Press)

CDC sees measles spike and ‘failure to vaccinate’

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has confirmed 175 cases of measles so far this year, a significant spike that’s attributed largely to the failure of those infected to get vaccinated, medical professionals said.

December 6, 2013
** FILE ** In this April 29, 2011, file photo, actor Paul Walker poses during the photo call of the movie "Fast and Furious 5," in Rome. (AP Photo/Andrew Medichini, File)

Paul Walker secretly bought $9K wedding ring for Iraq vet

Adding truth to the old adage "only the good die young" is this story from a Santa Barbara jewelry store owner, who recounted a sheer act of kindness and generosity by actor Paul Walker, who died in a fiery car crash at age of 40 on Sunday.

December 5, 2013
Former Rep. Anthony Weiner. (Associated Press) ** FILE **

Anthony Weiner on radio? Cumulus says, ‘Never, ever’

A New York daily newspaper may have reported that disgraced and failed New York City mayoral candidate Anthony Weiner was a top considered choice for a new WABC radio show, but Cumulus Media couldn't be clearer in denying interest.

December 5, 2013