Society

A quick thought inspired by a simple picture

I realize that part of man’s slide into the abyss began the moment he made food a “commodity”.  When that which is so freely given to us by the universe is made into something only […]

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9/11/2001

Today I honor those who acted unselfishly in the service of others on 9/11/2001 (and all days) by acting unselfishly in the service of others.  I will follow their example by not becoming a slave […]

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Video games and our children

My wife and I got into a discussion about the use of electronics by our children, ostensibly due to my youngest daughter’s upcoming birthday and my desire to buy her an iPod touch.  Well, not […]

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Our Government doesn’t represent the people?

It was stated during an internet discussion by a libertarian friend of mine that the government does not represent the people, but rather bankers and the very wealthy.  Below is my response: It does represent […]

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An Answer to the Question: “How has America gotten to this point where debauchery and decadence rules the day?”

We have gotten to this point because neither side is right, neither side has the answer, neither side is the moral righteous. And the more they think they do, the less they are right. The […]

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About Rangel and Reich’s comments regarding white workers…

I thought about this…and came to one logical conclusion. First, I don’t find it correct in any way, shape or form to segregate people for any reason whatsoever. However, when I hear my white brothers […]

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The Apology of the Masses

I read recently where the Episcopal Church has issued an apology for its “involvement in the slave trade.” This has caused a reaction of many types across our land, so much so that I gave […]

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My Jihad

To stand on the sidelines Not to fight for something unAmerican Is truly the most patriotic of duties. To stand idly by And to not kill someone not your enemy Is truly the most honorable […]

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The Essence of Privacy

It has been asked where my priorities are, so maybe it is only fair to answer. I believe more in the individual than in the collective. The individual can surmount more adversity, solve more problems, […]

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