From former U.S. Representative Beto O’Rourke: It might be hard to believe, but the governor of the state of Texas (Greg Abbott) just said he’d shoot migrants and asylum seekers if it weren’t for the fact that he’d be charged …
From former U.S. Representative Beto O’Rourke: It might be hard to believe, but the governor of the state of Texas (Greg Abbott) just said he’d shoot migrants and asylum seekers if it weren’t for the fact that he’d be charged …
… remains flat, hovering under 43%, almost 10% under his disapproval rating. What does this reveal, given the job numbers at left? Well, at a minimum, it shows that, whatever people may say about the importance of job growth, it …
This is inspiring, though I’m afraid I’d rather my kids weren’t about to bring babies into a world of nuclear saber-rattling, trending world fascism, white nationalism, and the rejection of science leading to environmental collapse and climate catastrophe.
From Wikipedia: The SPLC it is known for its legal cases against white supremacist groups, its classification of hate groups and other extremist organizations, and for promoting tolerance education programs. From the Southern Poverty Law Center: As we celebrate #GivingTueseday today, we are so grateful …
On the surface, the meme here makes sense. Who wants to terminate a friendship based on a difference of opinion? Well, it depends on what we mean by “opinion.” If we disagree with matters of taste, e.g., art, music, and …
The Greek thinker Epictetus, like the other Stoics, believed that philosophy should be a firm and steady guide, moving one’s life in a positive and virtuous direction in which every moment counts. Memento mori–Remember that you will die. What Epictetus …
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The caricature here illustrates a sad truth about what we can expect going forward in American society. The former president is most definitely “going away,” as he deals with probable criminal prosecution and financial ruination, as well as a slow …
A reader sent me the meme here and writes: Seems like a repeat of 2016. Not sure why folks think there will be a different outcome. Assuming that Biden’s momentum carries him to victory in the Democratic primary, I actually …