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“The Bride Has Nothing On”0
- September 10, 2015
Fashion Week is upon us – or so say the many headlines whose corresponding articles will likely reveal pictures of the latest, greatest, and… unusual attire. The arrival of fashion week reminded me of an article published earlier this year in The Atlantic. Cleverly entitled Aisle Be Seeing You: The Rise of the Totally Transparent
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America Needs More of These Skilled Workers 0
- September 9, 2015
Do you know the median hourly wage for an entry level welder? According to Salary.com, it’s $18 per hour, but judging by a recent article from NPR, that wage may be set to skyrocket due to an increasing welder shortage. “America needs more welders — and soon. Baby boomers with the skill are retiring and
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More Americans Today Really Need to Read the Federalist Papers 0
- September 9, 2015
In order to have a good grasp on the founding of America, it is often said that one should read the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, and the Federalist Papers. It’s easy to see why the Declaration and the Constitution make the list of must-reads, but why the Federalist Papers? According to Gregory Maggs,
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Is Despondency the Disease of Our Modern Age?0
- September 9, 2015
We hear a lot about “depression” these days, but not much about “despondency” – a state characterized by low spirits and a loss of hope. It’s also known by a term even less frequently heard of today – acedia – which was traditionally listed as one of the “seven deadly sins.” However, the symptoms of
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Louis C.K. Sets the Record Straight on What’s “Fair”0
- September 9, 2015
Louis C.K. is a comedian with some insightful social commentary. Here’s a gem from his FX show Louie that touches upon modern society’s insatiable thirst for fairness and equality: An important lesson for children to learn? N.B. Here’s a link to the full scene. Save this article to favorites
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A Man’s Life is of More Weight Than His Words 0
- September 9, 2015
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