Budget Reform
We were taught in school that the revolution was caused by taxation without representation. If that’s true, how do you feel about that now? Are […]
Philosophy & Politics
The Art of Thinking
“There is always a well-known solution to every human problem–neat, plausible, and wrong.” – H. L. Mencken In today’s world, we want answers! The […]
Dunbar’s Number, Empathy, and Compassion Fatigue
In the United States, the divide that separates right from left is more than just politics, it is psychology. The “bleeding heart liberals” on the […]
The Case Against Donald J Trump
“When someone shows you who they are, believe them!” – Maya Angelou Many people still worship the Great Orange One. Evangelicals explain away sins and […]
State of the Union Bingo!
It’s that time of year!
An Answer to Anarchists and Libertarians
Anarchists and Libertarians tell us that market forces will drive us to a perfect world. Republicans tell us that regulations are hampering the economy. These […]
Apology to Trump Supporters
Recently, I shared a photo on social media of Trump helping load a truck during hurricane relief efforts in Texas. He was placing a bucket […]
The Problem of Ignorance
“The greatest enemy of knowledge is not ignorance, it is the illusion of knowledge.” ― Daniel J. Boorstin The real problem facing the human race […]
Americans on the intellectual bridge
It has become quite common for people on all sides of the political spectrum (but especially on the far right) to defend their positions by […]