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The logic of political extremism
Sometimes we can over-analyze these things. Why is Hollywood so predominantly liberal? Just look at who they are and what they do. That’s what Richard Posner does below. But why should actors and other creative workers in the Hollywood film … Continue reading
Posted in Random Observations
Tagged Fellow Travelers, Gary Becker, Politics, Richard Posner
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Spies in our Opinion section
A Cuban spy who is an FIU professor and an editorial page contributor to the Miami Herald sounds Tom Clancy-ish. But unfortunately, it apparently belongs in the non-fiction section. The scenario is laid out in detail on a post from … Continue reading
Ayers today, gone tomorrow?
Barack Obama is making Dan Uggla’s slump look mild. His steady decline in the polls culminated today, on the second day of his Convention, to show him dropping behind McCain [by 2 points], for the first time since March. That’s … Continue reading
Posted in Current Affairs & History
Tagged Dan Uggla, John Kass, National Review, Politics, Stanley Kurtz
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C.S. Lewis on how to not fool yourself
Thanks to Tico Herrera for reminding me about this quote from Mere Christianity: I am trying here to prevent anyone saying the really foolish thing that people often say about Him: “I’m ready to accept Jesus as a great moral … Continue reading
Posted in Catholic Faith & Inspiration
Tagged C.S. Lewis, Mere Christianity, Tico Herrera
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Greatest swimmer, si — Greatest athlete, … please
Great to see an American athlete, Michael Phelps, dominating his sport. But why isn’t the title of greatest swimmer ever enough? No way a swimmer belongs in the greatest athlete debate. Whoever that is needs to be able to hit … Continue reading
Just one please, just one right-wing priest
The Economist reported on a papal dispensation and then profiled Paraguay’s new leader, Fernando Lugo: But it will not be easy for Mr Lugo. He is a former missionary who embraced a school of theology that blended Marx with St … Continue reading
Rove Electoral Map — August 2008 — Obama +66
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Prayer is Not About Getting What You Want
The Rev. Vallee, a priest and philosophy professor at the local seminary, St. John Vianney, distributes his upcoming homilies through e-mail. I try to read them regularly and they are a source of great comfort to me. Excerpts from one … Continue reading
Mao and His Communist Party Successors
I was catching up on my saved DVR programs and saw the CBS Sunday Morning program which aired 08/03/2008. There was a great segment by correspondent Martha Teichner which was based on the book, Mao: The Unknown Story. If I … Continue reading
Dear Lefty, Match.commie found someone …
The Castro dictatorship(s) have been a disaster for Cuba. Their longevity has been an embarrassment for their supporters. They outlive all rationalizations for their continued hold on power. Not that it matters to those who support them still. The principal … Continue reading
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