We normally accredit Confucius with the saying, “Before you embark on a journey of revenge, dig two graves,” meaning that revenge is often lethal to the person who attempts to punish an enemy. There is absolutely no chance that this …
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Leaving Home In Europe
Before I decided to write a post of the map below, I read a few brief analyses by sociologists who talked about the different cultures and financial statuses, and political leanings of the various countries. I’m sure all this is …
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It’s Widely Agreed that Trump Is Revolting–Time to Get Him Out
Trump is a disgusting human being, and the cruelty of his actions on a day-to-day basis knows no bounds. He needs to be removed. Now.
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Why Nuclear?
From a reader: Look at the footprint of solar panels it takes to produce the same amount as a nuclear plant, then tell me what’s better for the Earth! Needless to say, I’ve heard this a great many times over …
Voter Fraud in the United States
If you believe Donald Trump, voter fraud in the U.S. is widespread. This, of course, was the (supposed) basis on which he refused to accept the results of the 2020 election, and brought the country to the edge of an …
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No Nobel Peace Prize for Donald Trump
Looks like the committee was unimpressed with some of Trump’s key credentials: Convicted felon (x34) Adjudicated rapist Insurrection instigator Traitor – Insurgent against U.S. federal government
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What’s Habeas Corpus?
OK, our president doesn’t know what habeas corpus is. But what’s that compared to his strengths in terms of fanning the flames of racial hate, and all his other fine abilities?
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Is This a Good Investment?
Well, that depends. Do you think it’s a good idea to invest in a product you know nothing about, in a market you know nothing about? What about the people? A) You’ve never met any of them, and B) Their …
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Former Trump Deputy Press Secretary Nails It
Sarah, my hat’s off to you. You nailed one of the two main modalities of Trump’s second term: retaliation against anyone who has dared to challenge Trump and his wantonly criminal behavior. The other, of course, is his relentless drive …
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Are We Attributing to MAGA Far More “Thinking” than Is Properly Warranted?
I remember a sixth-grade science class in which our teacher, Mr. Tokeida, brought in a number of meal worms and a large petri dish. He told the class, “I’m going to take a few meal worms, one at a time, …
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