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Pub Commentary
Spring Editorials (April 2007)
It has been awhile since the editor at Whitey’s Pub (WP) got off his ass, and organized the many thoughts of our
Pubgoers. Enough is enough. Several items on the docket for this column, so buckle up and enjoy the ride...
NJ, USA, and the World (July 2006)
I know, I know. It has been too long since our last editorial here at Whitey’s Pub. Don’t fear however, there
have been lots of political bitching by the Pub clientelle since then, with the bartender doing his fair share as well.
Where do we begin? Do we start statewide, nationwide, or worldwide? Let’s keep it local first and move on from
there...
The Undecided Voters Guide (October 2004)
2004 Presidential Election. The Candidates, The Issues, and the Pub's Take...
Bush or Kerry (March 2003)
In early February, the topic of politics filled the Pub. On the conservative right were some very passionate
viewpoints. Pubmaster Whitey played devils advocate (on the not so right), and took a beating for the website’s
early backing of John Kerry...
An Interview with Whitey (September 2003)
I'm sick and tired of being bullied around under the guise of political correctness. The latest kick to the groin
comes courtesy of some rebel rouser named Dr. Burke, who is trying to force Augusta National Golf Course into
admitting women members. Ms. Burke somehow feels it is her business to control the wills and rights of another
business...
Year in Review (April 2003)
The internet experience at Whitey’s Pub has reached the one year milestone, and we thought it fitting to address
the “Whys” and “Wherewegoings” at this point. First up the “Why”, and that’s a big one. The world as we know it
undoubtedly has enough websites...
To Go or Not To Go (March 2003)
Invade. Nobody is in favor of war, or killing innocent people, or destroying property. War should always come as
the last resort, and I believe that last resort is upon us. I believe that Iraq has biological and chemical weapons
in its arsenal. Iraq has not given any evidence to support the destruction or whereabouts of said weapons...
Columbia Disaster (February 2003)
February 1st 2003. A date most of you will recall exactly where you were when you heard of the tragic news.
The day the space shuttle Columbia disintigrated high over the skies of Texas on its way to what should have been
another successful landing for NASA and our country...
Why Won't This Work? (November 2002)
With November now over, we can look back at a couple of things that we’d like answers to. Actually, it’s not really
answers we’re looking for, moreover reasons as to why the two possibilities wouldn't’t work in today’s America...
Blame Hitler (June 2002)
Blame Hitler... The Middle East is a mess, and we can trace most of the problems back to ol' Adolph and his
buddies. IF Hitler lays off the "master race" plan, the rest of the world isn't nearly that upset that Hebrews
don't have a homeland. Jews quietly practicing their religion in what is now Israel continue to do...
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Real Life
Man's Best Friend (September 2005)
Oh no you say, another dog story? I’m afraid so. But this story may be therapeutic for the writer. Let’s begin
with Mans Best Friend, indeed. His name was Gus. Many a Pubgoer is familiar with Mr. G. He was the multi-
brown colored dog of medium built with the super mellow personality. He looked a lot like Alf...
Lois's Midnight Run (May 2002)
The following story is true. The names have not been changed to protect anyone. The Lovely Lois is the mother
of Pubmaster Whitey. There is a good chance that she will be the topic of many stories to come. Her debut
story will look at how, in one night, she outscored the St. Louis Rams...
Free Cat Frustrations (Inaugural Piece-April 2002)
In early April, Philadelphia news reported that two men had walked into an animal shelter, and stolen a dog. A
free dog. The shelter was of course mortified of such a crime, and posted a $1000 reward for return of the
'free dog'. Several months ago Whitey's Pub went to a South Jersey animal shelter to pick out a 'free cat' for
adoption...
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Letters to the Editor
Back in 2005! (March 2005)
It seems to me that every time you turn on the TV, there is a report of another car suicide bomber. My initial
thought was that this practice over time, would wean itself out. I mean, how many suicide bombers could there
be, right?
June Bugs (June 2003)
Iraq. I'm getting pretty sick and tired of all the 2nd guessing of our president. Even if we don't find the WMD's
that were thought to be there, Iraq messed around with the wrong guys long enough, and paid a price that it should
have paid years earlier. I am proud to live in a country that says what it means. I am not proud to live in a
country to plays the 2nd guessing game all too often...
If I Were President (December 2002)
If I were President I’d fix a few sports. Make it mandatory that any league that wants to be on television
comply, or the FCC wouldn’t be permitted to broadcast the event. Hockey. If the NHL is determined to get us to
watch, here are a few policy changes...
Save America's Pastime (August 2002)
I like baseball. I’m in a fantasy baseball league, like to talk about the players and games, and root with my
friends for our favorite teams the Mets, Phillies, and even the hated Yankees. If they do decide to strike on
August 30th, I don’t think they will come back, and frankly am not ready to give up my baseball fix for 2002...
Summertime Losers (July 2002)
What do Joe Frazier, Mike Tyson, and Allen Iverson have in common? Word at the Pub is that they are all dumb
as a box of dirt. Joe Frazier though, was smart enough to surround himself with smarter people, and thus will be
remembered as a winner. Mike Tyson could have been the greatest heavyweight of all time, but instead
surrounded himself with “yes people” (cause he’s as dumb as a stick). He didn't’t do the things he needed to do...
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Horseplayer Magazine
Ambassadors (July 2004)
During the past year or so in racing, we were introduced to an Academy Award nominated film on the sport, and
celebrated two near misses in the Triple Crown. I realized the game had made a significant enough stride forward
while recently sitting at my dentist office. Mixed in among the standard waiting room fare (Men’s Health, Better
Homes and Garden, etc.) was a day old Racing Form...
The Derby Party (May 2004)
Racing's biggest day is also a great day to treat your friends, both horseplayer's and novices to a terrific
Kentucky Derby style Bonanza No matter the rooting interest, Americans will look for any reason in which to
Socialize How many times have you heard somebody say, "Someday I'm going to go to the Derby?" If you can't
send them all to Louisville, at least you can treat them to an event filled day at the track...
The Great Cigar (March 2004)
About eight years ago I was working at the local OTB, when the memo came in from headquarters. I was about to
settle in for the enjoyable light reading, when the phone rang. “Joe’s on line one and wants to talk to you about
the memo”, came the voice from the foyer. “Joseph my man, what’s happenin’?, I cheerfully answered...
Why Me? (January 2004)
When Horseplayer’s Senior Editor contacted me a few months back about a column, I was flattered but wasn't’t
quite sure what they were looking for. He told me they wanted someone who could write from the angle of the
off-track patron and the play-from-home guy. Somebody who would actually put pen to paper and not write about
his handicapping expertise for a change. I agreed that I could talk at length about former, but still wasn't’t
convinced I was the right man for the job...
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