From a reader: We ask that all firearm owners put this on their wall. The Supreme Court of the United States has affirmed that the right to keep and bear arms is a fundamental right of the individual. If you …
Author: craigshields
Denmark Is Better at Accounting? Sure, but That’s Not the Real Deal Here
This is funny–and it’s true, but I suspect there is more to the analysis. A huge component to what makes the people of Denmark and the dozens of other similar nations so happy is that, where the U.S. is a …
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Hiring and Political Philosopy
Obviously, the meme here was concocted simply as clickbait, but here’s a comment anyway. I’m sure there are companies all across the nation that would prefer not to hire liberals, on the basis that we reject the core tenets of …
What Makes America Exceptional?
I would say that it’s corruption. Yes, there are more corrupt countries overall, e.g., Russia and the other 53 dictatorships around the world. But none is our size, and few are pretending to be democracies.
Eric Trump as a U.S. Presidential Candidate
The reader who sent me this writes, “Son of Satan.” Yes. I think of him as his father, Trump, but without the intelligence, honesty, and compassion for the American people.
Making Renewable Energy Happen
Here’s a reminder that renewable energy resources are not distributed equally around the globe. Decarbonizing the energy and transportation sectors in a place like Iceland, which has geothermal energy in amazing abundance, is like falling off a log. In other …
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China Has Been Peaceful
Obviously, it’s impossible to predict the future based on the past, and China is brandishing weapons. Moreover, it’s been trying to take over the world for the last 6000 years. That said, the culture of China is built around patience, …
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Pain at the Pump
Paying more for gas is painful, but I’m not sure how that compares with waging a pointless and illegal war in which the bodies of men, women, and children are being blown to bits.
He Hates Those Wind Turbines!
Actually, he hates everything that promotes the wellbeing of the common person. What does he love? Anything that makes him richer and more powerful, which includes things that will earn him the support of hateful idiots. The Chinese own 0.036% …
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Who Isn’t a Sucker for a Good Illustration?
What an artistic way to point out the debauchery and insanity of the current presidential administration. Impressive. Wish I had that talent.
