I’ve started and stopped writing this column a number of times. I may end up stopping this time and starting over again as well. Let’s see how it goes.

I know I need to write about the United States’ actions in Venezuela, but I’m not sure what to say about it. It’s a complicated situation and I’m not confident we have the right people in place to handle it.

I’d like to wish you all a Happy New Year.

And while I can wish it, I’ve got to admit I’m not all that optimistic it will be.

I was in my car this morning listening to CNN, and I heard politicians debating what the Democrats call the Affordable Care Act, and the Republicans call Obamacare.

Let’s take a moment to put away the emotion, the partisanship, and the division and look at what’s happening at the so-called Cornhusker Clink in a truly rational, logical manner.

To do that, I’m going to start with an analogy that should be relatable to everyone.