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About Jorge Costales

- Cuban Exile [veni] - Raised in Miami [vidi] - American Citizen [vici]

What the Miami Herald leaves out, again

Maybe the Miami Herald doesn’t want to help itself. I mean if you can’t flaunt leftist preferences during the age of Obama, then when can you? Back in February, we took a look at how Frances Robles seemed unwilling or … Continue reading

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Orbitz: CFR’s Stealth Messenger

If the Council on Foreign Relations [CFR], a reliable policy group on the political left, came out against restrictions on U.S. travel to Cuba, no one would bat an eye, it’s a given. But what if they got someone else … Continue reading

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What Real Catholics Believe

The simple answer is, The Creed. But as to the controversial issues, such as abortion, the title post is an oxymoron. Catholics are to taught to avoid judging others [ i.e. who is the real …?]. We are taught instead … Continue reading

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José Martí — Jan 28 1853 – May 19 1895

I Cultivate a White Rose by José Martí I cultivate a white rose In July as in January For the sincere friend Who gives me his hand frankly. And for the cruel person who tears out the heart with which … Continue reading

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Why We Pray for Priests

A portion of Fr Vallee’s homily for Mother’s Day: I. Mother’s Day/OrdinationsToday, I went to the ordination of three priests at the Cathedral. As you may know, the “form” of ordination is Bishop’s Prayer of Consecration. The “matter” of ordination … Continue reading

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Economist Bias

In an Economist magazine article designed for making a case for increased contact [dollars] between the US & Cuba without requiring the Cuban regime to actually improve their human rights performance, the article notes the following: the vast majority of … Continue reading

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Is Dan Uggla Just in a Slump?

If you have been a productive employee at your job for 3 years, can you imagine being fired for a few unproductive months in year 4? If you can, you should be able to relate to the pressure Dan Uggla … Continue reading

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Whose Struggle Are You Getting Involved With?

UPDATED: Please visit the 26th Parallel blog which also had a post on this issue. In addition, Robert provided some very useful links to sites which address the issue of Priestly celibacy. If the answer to the title post is … Continue reading

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Selena Roberts: Hatchet Person

For all the accusations you will see and read being made against Alex Rodriguez, keep in mind the following; the main person behind the accusations has a history of attacking Rodriguez and has a history of being part of one … Continue reading

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Good News Florida Marlins

Sometimes it helps to step back for a little perspective. It’s May 4th and the following list of facts bodes well for the 2009 Florida Marlins: The Marlins have been in 1st place all year. The Marlins, along with 4 … Continue reading

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