Hello world!
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When Governments Abuse Fear
In the United States, today is the 11th anniversary of “9/11,” an event that drastically changed life in the US but had far-reaching consequences around the globe. Most of us vividly remember the day...
View ArticleAn interesting video
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The Dumbing Down of America
We’ve seen many changes over the decades. That isn’t such a shocker in itself. Change happens. Often it’s for the better. Sometimes . . . not so much. In America, the last decade has seen some...
View ArticleThe abortion debate
The big abortion debate is one that, much like the mythical phoenix, gets resurrected constantly. It is especially pervasive during every election season in the US. This year it has become an even...
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Post-election political cartoons
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How they fail us
A recent post by a mother with a challenging child has created quite a stir on both sides of the most recent gun control debate. These events are horrifying, and after every one this debate reawakens...
View ArticlePersonhood
Every election season brings out one of the biggest debates in American politics. One state in particular, however, has decided to take the gloves off and go for a TKO when it comes to laws aimed at...
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The gun control debate
With the Newtown tragedy still fresh in everyone’s minds, the eternal gun control debate refuses to become quiescent. To make sure the emotions remain high, President Obama has enlisted the help of...
View ArticleBSA Scouting and the Gays
Recently, the Boy Scouts of America voted to end its decades-long ban on gay youth members. Long a point of bitter contention and lawsuits, they have fought bitterly to be able to retain the right to...
View ArticleA letter to the Russian president
Dear Mr. Putin, I must say you’re a confusing man. I get that you’re a tough guy. But as the Russian president, you’re also tough to understand! I kind of understood when you pushed to ban all...
View ArticleYoung gays, get over yourselves
One of the biggest gay stereotypes I’ve seen is the superficial homo who seemingly only cares about fashion, hair, and a chiseled physique. Yeah, we all love pretty, but there’s more to life than...
View ArticleAn interesting video
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The Dumbing Down of America
We’ve seen many changes over the decades. That isn’t such a shocker in itself. Change happens. Often it’s for the better. Sometimes . . . not so much. In America, the last decade has seen some...
View ArticleMy battle with Muslim countries
When it comes to matters of religion, I try to be very open-minded. While I tend to be more spiritual and against organized religion, I understand that some people need that level of hierarchy and...
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What’s the big deal about coming out of the closet?
“It’s only love. What’s everyone scared of?” from the movie Get Real From time to time I hear straight people express how while they have nothing against “the gays,” they just wish “they wouldn’t be so...
View ArticleA gay man defends Duck Dynasty
Yes, you read that right. I’m a gay man who is defending Phil Robertson from the bizarre hit show Duck Dynasty. I’ll begin by saying that I don’t agree with what he said regarding homosexuality, but I...
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Why the Pope (and some others) can kiss my ass
I recently read an article quoting Pope Francis about how children must have a father and a mother. I’ve liked much of what this pope has said and done lately. I like his focus on the Church being more...
View ArticleLand of the Free, My Ass!
There was a time when America truly was synonymous with the tagline Land of the Free. However, that statement is becoming less and less truthful. Snowden revealed the lengths our country is going to...
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The right to not be offended
Today while skimming through my Facebook timeline, I noticed someone sharing information about a petition to cancel TLC’s “reality” show 19 Kids and Counting. Why? Because they have made antigay and...
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