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The Danger of Rejecting America’s Cultural Heritage 0
- Culture
- November 24, 2015
We have come to a curious time in our history when it appears that America is largely in the process of rejecting its heritage and traditions. For those who pull the levers of power, the sins of the past are too much, we must remake ourselves. Whether you agree with that proposition or not, that
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How to Lose the War on Terror 0
- Culture
- November 24, 2015
Terrorism’s goal is principally psychological. So, in the wake of events like those in Paris, a good starting point is to refuse to take the bait and become victims to fear. Such a mindset must break away from simplistic notions such as that another round of “tougher” laws will equate to greater security. The production
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Will Smith: We’re All Prejudiced 0
- November 24, 2015
“Raaacist!” Ever had someone playfully call you that? Society has used the “R” word so much that it’s almost become a joke uttered every time someone makes a comment about anyone – even of the same skin color. Actor Will Smith recently noted the overuse of this word and made some thought-provoking comments on the
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7 Perceptive Social Critiques from… Dr. Seuss?0
- Culture
- November 24, 2015
1. Seuss’ classic polemic against a consumerism that is especially manifest during the holiday season: 2. Seuss’ simple riposte to the depersonalization rampant in the modern technological society: 3. Here Seuss speaks against the modern tendency to default to systemic solutions rather than personal effort: 4. Seuss’ affirmation that identity remains in spite
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The Beginning of World War III?0
- Politics
- November 24, 2015
Today a Russian fighter jet was shot down by Turkey. The pilots were captured by Syrian rebels. At least one appeared to be dead in a video in which the rebels chanted “Allahu Akbar” – “God is great” – over his body. Turkey, a member of NATO, claims that the Russian plane invaded
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Poll: Americans Not Equipped to Make Good Political Decisions 0
- Culture
- November 24, 2015
Recently, the Pew Research Center released a study on how Americans view the government. Not surprisingly, public trust of government is at an all-time low of only 19%. But there’s also low confidence in the American people. The survey shows that since 2007 trust in the public’s wisdom and ability to make political decisions has
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