Universal Basic Income

Seems a very radical idea, and in fact it is. But the growing problem of income inequality combined with what seems to be the inexorable advance of technology seems to demand it. If we don't have a Universal Basic Income there is likely to be social chaos as the wealthy fall prey to hordes of …

Support the troops….

No, thanks: stop saying "support the troops" http://goo.gl/921EPw The title of the article grabs your attention, downright shocking actually. But that is good; get through the shock and read the article. Brings up many points worthy of serious thought and consideration.....

The biggest threat to privacy…..

A point well taken..... The biggest threat to privacy is neither Facebook nor the NSA. It's our own apathy: slate.me/1a1jAkg — Slate (@Slate) June 12, 2013

A thoughtful article about a volatile issue

If Jesus were to write a letter to the Pro-Life movement.....

Does advertising influence my vote ?

Advertising influences my vote only insofar as the ads provide useful information on what the candidate wants to accomplish or has accomplished. I pretty much base my votes on my beliefs which tend to the left for the most part. An big exception is my pro-life stance; I abhor abortion. I used to be hawkish …

A Christian Response to Gun Ownership

I grew up in western PA so I'm no stranger to being in close proximity of people with guns; so I can sympathize with the idea of the right to bear arms. But being in a different time and place (Maryland near DC), I'm not so comfortable with the idea of people having guns all …

What was Pilate thinking ?

Goblinbooks: "Crucifixion: Key To Counterinsurgency" By Pontius Pilate. | Christians believe that Christ died for our Salvation; but what was Pilate thinking ? Read this short essay to find  out; some interesting parallels to current events.....

Obama’s religion…..

Obama's Religion Still A Campaign Issue: Many Alabama, Mississippi Voters Believe President Is Muslim | The boneheads that say he is a Muslim really annoy me ! The man says her is  a Christian, he goes to church at least sometimes.  Of course he's a Christian ! He may not be the most fervent Christian but …