Retired RCTC Instructor Tom Ostrom has served as a commentator on KROC-AM since 1992 and has penned a column for the Rochester Post Bulletin. In addition, he is a nationally recognized author of books on the history of the U.S. Coast Guard.
Tom Ostrom
The Need for Positive Perspectives in the Teaching of American History
Since the 1960s, American history textbooks, many instructors, and professors have become increasingly radical and anti-American in their interpretations of U.S. history.
Politicized Progressive Education Brings Problematic Results
It seems that radical left “Progressive” ideas are often counterproductive and make the targeted problems and issues even worse. We shall focus here on progressive education from the Left.
Democratic Radicalism is Threatening U.S. Constitution
The “Get Trump on Anything” psychosis of Democrat Party leaders and representatives would be hilarious if it weren’t so threatening to our political system and the Federal Constitution.
Democrat Agenda and Presidential Candidates: A Gift For Trump?
The 2020 presidential race between incumbent Donald Trump and a long list of what some observers call Democratic extremists is likely to be contentious and exciting.
The Destructive Leftist Agenda
The Left follows radical professor Saul Alinsky’s “Rules for Radicals,” using humiliation, hate, and threats to demonize “divisive” opponents” who dare question their wisdom.
Contentious Political Times Continue as 2018 Comes to a Close
KROC-AM political commentator highlights some of the contentious issues facing the nation in the final weeks of the year.
Obama Flouts Tradition Back on the Campaign Trail
Former President Barack Hussein Obama is back on the campaign trail trying to save his legacy, demonize and get President Trump defeated in 2020.
Is The Press The People’s or Trump’s Enemy?
Tune in New-Talk 1340 KROC-AM every Tuesday and Thursday to hear Tom on the Rochester Today Show with Andy Brownell from 11 am until Noon.
Democratic Extremism on Immigration and Border Control
Townhall reporter Lauretta Brown said President Trump told a British audience loose border and immigration policies are why “you are losing your culture.”
FBI Political Machinations Uncovered by the DOJ and Congress
The alleged bias of key FBI officials in the Trump Russian collusion investigation, and the mishandling of emails by Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton, are ongoing controversies.