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Booming, Buzzing Bullhorns

My mission is the message, not some bloody battle for ephemeral gains. Regular readers already know it. I do not support the recent government attempt to dispossess Bundy and his family and cattle. I do not support armed resistance against … Continue reading

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Political Dead Ends

My flesh is hesitant to discuss it, but my spirit drives through to the truth: Political activism is downright stupid. Let’s talk reality, dear political activists. If all you want is a slice of the pie, you can get it. … Continue reading

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False Enemies

“For we wrestle not with flesh and blood…” I remember when the thundering herd of bikers came to drown out the Phelps gang protesting a local church. It was both heartening and sad at the same time. The Phelps’ church … Continue reading

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Recipe for Riot

A comment from Old Jules on the previous post got me thinking. I know, it’s dangerous, but it sparked memories from my studies in social sciences. First, the basic principle behind all social science: We can observe a mass of … Continue reading

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Spilling the Kettle

They were so engrossed in their Quaker Prayer session, no one noticed the first wave of the flash mob passing by the open air cafe. In minutes the noise of crowded movements were overtaken by rhythmic chanting of protests. The … Continue reading

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When Words Fail

What do you call it when lying to excuse evil becomes the routine? If a government representatives tells the truth, it’s only to cover up an even bigger lie. In other words, government is reflexively dishonest. That’s the default policy. … Continue reading

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The God of Solitude

How do you contemplate madness? In my closet hang a half-dozen t-shirts with variations on the message calling America to repent. I wear them from time to time. I even have a sign with the message, readable from quite a … Continue reading

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Revolting Feminists

You may have heard about the Slutwalk brouhaha, which started in Canada. As I understand it, the promoters were reacting to an offhand comment from a police officer, to the effect the rape problem is not helped by women dressing … Continue reading

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A Friend Gets Good Press

Let me celebrate for a moment here. A couple of days ago, Gordon Duff at Veterans Today featured Charles Carlson in one of their articles, and his project, We Hold These Truths. Even better, the article links to a series … Continue reading

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Sanity Subversive 2: What

They sat in clumps of three or four in various postures on the mixed furniture. There was no obvious focus of attention, which pleased him immensely. The chatter tapered off quickly as he and the teacher entered to room. A … Continue reading

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