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  • Is ‘Epektasis’ the Secret to Happiness?

    Is ‘Epektasis’ the Secret to Happiness?0

    Those of you who have seen Glengarry Glen Ross likely know the sales motto “A.B.C.”: “Always Be Closing.” But the secret to happiness may very well be “A.B.G.”: “Always Be Growing.” As Gregory of Nyssa (c.335-395 A.D.) argued in the 4th century, happiness for men and women consisted not in resting on one’s laurels but

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  • Is ‘Black Lives Matter’ Compatible With the American Tradition?

    Is ‘Black Lives Matter’ Compatible With the American Tradition?0

    Although they operate under the banner of social justice, the Black Lives Matter (BLM) movement and its allies are a pernicious force. The false narratives, the toleration of lawlessness, and the punishment of dissenters have left our society in disarray. Americans of all races and political stripes should reject these tactics. The problems with BLM

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  • Is ‘Autocracy’ America’s Mortal Enemy?

    Is ‘Autocracy’ America’s Mortal Enemy?1

    In the aftermath of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, President Joe Biden declared to the nation and world: “We are engaged anew in a great battle for freedom. A battle between democracy and autocracy.” On her trip to Taiwan, Speaker Nancy Pelosi echoed Biden: “Today, the world faces a choice between democracy and autocracy. America’s determination

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  • Iowa: Who do you think will win?

    Iowa: Who do you think will win?0

    Obviously, the 2016 presidential election campaign season has already been a doozy. Donald Trump has shocked all of the usual pundits by climbing to the top of the polls and seemingly is staying there. Meanwhile, Ted Cruz is nipping at his heels trying to take the lead. On the Democrat side, Bernie Sanders has risen

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  • Iowa Results: What do you think compared to 2008?

    Iowa Results: What do you think compared to 2008?0

    By now you’ve probably had enough time to digest the news from the 2016 Iowa caucuses. From here until New Hampshire, the pundits will be offering their deep insights while the partisans will be attempting to read the tea leaves in favor of their candidates. As we look back at the 2008 campaign season, it’s

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  • Iowa Republican Governor Attacked For ‘Racist’ Political Ad

    Iowa Republican Governor Attacked For ‘Racist’ Political Ad1

    Iowa Republican Gov. Kim Reynolds, a white female who is running for reelection against a white female opponent, stands accused of … racism. The Iowa Democratic Party chairman, a black man, leveled the charge against her. Reynolds’ sin? She put out a political ad, over a week ago, attacking her opponent for what Reynolds considers

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