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Iran and US Tension Go Way Back
During the GOP debates in November of 2011 there was a good bit of talk about what to do with Iran in their obvious push towards nuclear weapons. You see, the report from the IAEA had just been released showing overwhelming evidence that Iran was seeking to build a nuclear weapon which could be plac
Why Are All The War Jobs Being Outsourced?
After the thoughtless campaign in Iraq, the deaths of over 4,000 brave US troops, and countless Iraqi civilians and militants, there was some hope that the reconstruction effort might attract employment to the US economy.
Definition of Impressionism in Art
The impressionist art movement gave us some of the most influential paintings of the 19th century. Impressionism was the method chosen by famous artists such as Claude Monet, Paul Cezanne, Marie Cassat and Edgar Degas. Ironically, the term was coined by art critic Louis Leroy as an insulting referen
Gordon Brown's Broken Promises
As the 2010 General Election kicks off, Gordon Brown is making all kinds of wild and wonderful promises about what he will do if elected. But our PM has made many promises in the past - the question is: has he kept any of them?
Keeping Things in Check
If you dont like the way things are going in our country right now, youre the only one who can change it, and you can do it by first letting your congressman know what it is that you dont like; send him/her a letter, and outline for him/her what it is that you think needs to be changed and why it ne
What Would Lincoln Do About Our Current Economic Dilemma? Big Lessons to be Learned from History
The greatest economics boom in American history took place in the wake of the Civil War with the help of Lincoln's Homestead Act. Yet despite our current economy teetering on the brink, our current leaders show no interest in what might be learned from Lincoln and the half century of unpreceden
One Day's Headline, the World of Islam
Scanning the days headlines can reveal clues as to trends around the world. In this article I explore the world of Islam in headlines and the quest of world leaders to portray something that simply isn't there. Its fascinating when you look at the numbers portraying a 'religion of peace&ap
Social Activism Profiles: Beate Sirota Gordon
Beate Sirota Gordon was a member of the team who worked with Douglas MacAurthur on the new Constitution of Japan at the end of WWII. The story of her going from a teenager in school in America to being the only woman present when the new Constitution for Japan was being written. Her status as the on
Free Speech in Europe: R.I.P.
Draconian hate-crime laws repressing free speech. Europe increasingly intolerant toward speech. Increasingly a repressive society.
The Surge Worked! - Maybe Not
According to a Rasmussen Reports, "For the first time since Rasmussen Reports began polling on the issue, a plurality of voters in September say the U.S. mission in Iraq will be viewed as a success in the long term." Sighting survey data, "41% said history will rate the war in Iraq a
Interventionism Revisited
As a teacher of the Holocaust I'm often faced with the ever-daunting question: With all the many super-powers throughout the world, and all those societies claiming to have moral values, why did nobody do anything to stop the Holocaust? This question, so deep and complex, will often explode the
Unite and Win - How to Defeat Tyranny
This article contains further discussion of the Unite and Win principle. It is a strategy much needed at this time if the architects of tyranny are to be defeated.
How to Apply Conflict Theory to Culture
Conflict theory originated from the thoughts and writings of Karl Marx. Essentially, conflict theorists postulate that society is comprised of various groups with competing interests. In this theoretical model, groups work to further their own interests while undermining the interests of other group
Are You a Racist? No, I'm Not - Yes, You Are, You Racist!
On one hand the left-leaning socialists tell us they want open dialogue, they want our ideas, and they want to work together with us on the right side of the political spectrum. They say they'll listen to us if we listen to them, and we can negotiate something which is fair for all concerned. W
How to Find Lyrics to LDS Primary Songs Online
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints is one of the fastest-growing denominations in the world, counting more than 13 million members in nearly 30,000 congregations worldwide. Music is an important part of the LDS children's program, known as Primary. If you need to find the lyrics of a Pr
Is Ward Churchill Too Dumb To Teach Our Kids?
This week Ward Churchill was fired by the University of Colorado.The university apparently decided that they should finally look into the man that they have allowed to run rampant around their campus and found that this was a man who stole the work of others (plagiarized), concocted events which he
EU Shows Morality
Can Hamas lead the Palestininas with diplomacy or is it destined to be a murdering organization?
Has the Tea Party Become Irrelevant?
There are so many rumblings suggesting that the Tea party has lost its effectiveness and is no longer relevant. This is fueled by wishful thinking on the part of many. Media talking heads keep reporting that the Tea Party has lost its influence, is at the point where they have to make a choice to jo
What is the Meaning of the Mexican Flag?
The flag of Mexico pays homage toe the country's history, religion and Aztec heritage. From its creation in 1821 after gaining independence from Spain to the various aspects of the tricolor, it has represented the culture and people of Mexico.