It was immediately after an NFL playoff game, the numerous cameras were scouring the crowd of players, media reporters, officials and staff who poured over the field. I can imagine the camera director barking orders to cut from camera to camera. "Zoom in on Belichick's face," capture that anger. "Ok, the Head Coaches are meeting,… Continue reading Attempted History Revision
Category: Current Affairs
Political Pollution
Political pollution is spreading all around our society, no longer contained in election cycles. It has seeped into sports and now the weather reports are getting littered with political crud. What can we do about this uncontained refuse that spoils all it touches. It is like an oily substance covering areas and choking out life.… Continue reading Political Pollution
The Kiss of Death
After pushback from the LGBTQ community the Hallmark Channel has apologized and vowed to reinstate a handful of previously removed LGBTQ-friendly wedding ads on its platform, including a lesbian couple kissing. Hallmark’s leaders initially decided to remove the ads after the conservative activist group One Million Moms, which represents a sizable chunk of the network’s… Continue reading The Kiss of Death
The Greatest Whine
I saw a little of a TV show regarding Hank Aaron, baseball's career home run record holder until Barry Bonds passed his total in 2007. It was describing Aaron's team, the Atlanta Braves, during the period as he was closing in on the record of 714 homeruns long held by Babe Ruth. Images of a… Continue reading The Greatest Whine
Fatherhood
In the 1950's there was a TV show entitled, "Father Knows Best". It was about a family who's children encountered various trials in their path toward adulthood and how this father was able to guide, advise, nurture, and/or assist his children on their journey. It is a show about family values from the perspective of… Continue reading Fatherhood
Fatherhood Interview
The following is an interview of the editor on the subject of fatherhood.: Question: This is a topic contrary to political correctness, some might say that it is irrelevant in today's society which champions all things feminine, single parenthood, gay parenting, and generally ignores the role of fathers. Yet, statistics stands… Continue reading Fatherhood Interview
Respect
I ran across a few articles on how women can unintentionally disrespect their husbands. It's important to everyone, butmen interpret respect as love, which has broader implications. The first article was very clearly based on scripture, the second made no reference to scripture or its underlying principles. Both had lists of actions that demonstrate or… Continue reading Respect
Federalism
The following is an interview with the Editor on the subject of Federalism: Question - I don't think it is taught or generally known that our "Federal" government refers to a unity or federation of independent sovereign states. The tenth amendment to the Constitution provides, "The powers not delegated to the United States by the… Continue reading Federalism
Racism Eliminated
It seems there is more talk today regarding ethnic division than ever, principally between Blacks and other ethnicities. Considering that slavery was abolished in 1865, Affirmative Action was started by an executive order in 1961, the civil rights act was enacted in 1964 eliminating segregation, what remains and how long will it take? Why is… Continue reading Racism Eliminated
Casting the First Stone
"So when they continued asking Him, He raised Himself up and said to them, 'He who is without sin among you, let him throw a stone at her first.' " John 8:7. Several years ago a commercial ran for a cruise line where the Father said to his family that for their vacation he had… Continue reading Casting the First Stone
Most People
Most people are environmentalists, they don't pollute the land, water or air, nor do they think others should. These same people are kind to animals and would never think of starving or abusing their pets, or even a stray. The vast majority of people have compassion for the poor and those who have lost their… Continue reading Most People
Trump Speaking Out
Many people, even those who support President Trump, are put off by his responses to those who falsely accused him. This is a departure from some past Presidents, particularly George W. Bush, who thought it was beneath the office and even prevented others from offering a defense. What I still consider one of the most… Continue reading Trump Speaking Out
An Aberration Unexplained
Our communication methods, tools, means, and technology are evolving at an unprecedented rate. TV has been relegated to a dwindling source of news; Internet and other digital and video forums are growing as fast as the technology that enables it. Nevertheless, in this high-tech environment AM radio has produced an aberration that has impacted the entire… Continue reading An Aberration Unexplained
Division
At the height of the cold war, school children regularly practiced getting under their desks at the sound of a loud siren, designating a nuclear attack from the USSR, our bitter enemy. The threat was real and tensions high. As a small child my hope was that the bomb would hit right on us, so… Continue reading Division
From One Racist to Another
For 18 years the New York Yankees have been playing Kate Smith’s version of “God Bless America” during the seventh inning stretch. They have recently banned the song due to her singing some purported racially insensitive songs 80 years ago. The hockey team, Philadelphia Flyers, have done the same and even covered a statute of… Continue reading From One Racist to Another
Public Forum and Free Speech
Are the electronic platforms of Twitter, Facebook, Google and Apple, public forums? Free speech is protected in the public forum, not in private locations. The public square, parks, and sidewalks are places of public fora. Yet, in our society public speaking is largely conducted via audio, video, and electronic means through television, radio and ever-expanding… Continue reading Public Forum and Free Speech
Protected Class
I was reading a Wikipedia biography of Pat Robertson that contained a section on Controversies and Criticisms, listing all manner of so-called controversial topics and criticisms, (are these criticisms of Robertson or subjects of his critique). The tone of this section is highly negative of Robertson, as it promotes a biased premise seated in political… Continue reading Protected Class
Spirit Undiminished
I said to my daughter-in-law regarding her baby, "She really loves her Mommy." Of course and her Mommy loves her as much or more, but there is something deep in these bonds of love. I have said for years, when I see a new-born smile as they sleep that they are recalling their delight in… Continue reading Spirit Undiminished
Forceful Overthrow of America
The current rhetoric of the fascist humanist media and their spokespersons spew a constant stream of complaints against: ▪The President, ▪Representative Republic Form of Government, ▪Traditional American society, ▪Conservatives, ▪Evangelical Christians, ▪White people, ▪Masculinity, ▪Marriage, ▪Family, ▪Capitalism, ▪Business, ▪Free Speech, ▪Freedom of Religion, ▪Right to bear arms, ▪Right to life (unborn babies), ▪Equal treatment under… Continue reading Forceful Overthrow of America
Pontius Pilate and Robert Mueller
Both of these men are prosecutors and they have some striking similarity in their approach. First, they both bring charges against a well liked successful leader who championed truth and interests of the common man. Secondly, charges were brought to these prosecutors, not supported by fact, but from a deep-seated hatred of those who opposed… Continue reading Pontius Pilate and Robert Mueller
A Fascist Revolution
German and Italian Fascist revolts during the 1930's each had their human dictator who gave voice to their power grab. Today's Fascists in America use the media as their voice of revolt, though we have yet to see a one man leader, yet he may arise. A ground work was installed during the eight year… Continue reading A Fascist Revolution
The Establishment and Whigs
The Whig Party had been very successful but one huge issue resulted in its rapid demise. Moreover, it tried to play the middle on a major issue, but alienated its members. With its demise a new party, the Republican party, arose by reaching out to those who were ignored and betrayed by their former party.… Continue reading The Establishment and Whigs
Supreme Court Justice
The judicial branch of government is capped by the Supreme Court where the Justices exercise their influence on a case by case basis. Historically, the Justices keep a low profile sequestered behind their loyal clerks and private environs. They wield tremendous increasing power of the Federal Government and since the Civil War over every aspect… Continue reading Supreme Court Justice
Social Justice
This term has different meanings to different people, particularly among Christians. Generally, in the media and public forum it refers to justice in terms of the distribution of wealth, opportunities, and privileges within a society. In this context, it has little or nothing to do with the teachings of the Bible. The Bible is not… Continue reading Social Justice
Only God is Good
"And a certain ruler asked him, saying, Good Master, what shall I do to inherit eternal life? 'Why do you call me good?' Jesus answered. 'No one is good--except God alone.' " So many times over my life I have heard about the exceptionalism of the American people and its government. This was usually equated… Continue reading Only God is Good