So, the Occupy Wall Street protests have been an effective bust. Having been unable to get the message across in a clear and effective manner has neutered the movement. Some, however, are still vigilant. If there is one thing that the Occupy protests are accomplishing, though, it is shedding light on the injustices that are the various police forces that supposedly serve and protect the citizenry.
I would like to direct your attention to this reddit post (WARNING: naughty language) and this YouTube video. These are first-hand accounts of the Occupy Oakland protests on January 28, 2012. The
A Personal Note About Ron Paul
by Ronald A. Rowe February 1st, 2012 | Winners & Losers
Before we get on to the regular Winners and Losers, I’d like to get personal with you – I feel like our relationship has hit the stage where I can share this with you – and talk about my individual struggle with the Florida primary coming up on January 31st. I’ve normally made up my mind long before this point in the primary process. But not this time around. This time, I’m still trying to decide on a candidate. And believe it or not, the wild card in my deliberations is Ron Paul.
I know I’ve been tough on old
I know I’ve been tough on old
Is Obama A Socialist?
by Jessica B. January 31st, 2012 | Political Opinions, Presidential News
During the 2008 elections, and all throughout Obama's presidency, his opponents have been throwing all kinds of descriptive terms at him, hoping some would stick. He is either a Muslim, or a follower of a misleading racist Christian preacher. But the one that keeps coming back is the S word. Obama is a socialist. He will make America socialist. There is no turning back and we will lose all of our freedoms to socialism.
But three years into his presidency, I think it is fair enough to come to the conclusion that while Obama may be a lot of things,
But three years into his presidency, I think it is fair enough to come to the conclusion that while Obama may be a lot of things,
The Dream Team
by Eric M. Blake January 30th, 2012 | Conservative Considerations, Presidential Election, Republican Reflections
This week is the week of the Florida primary—the primary for my state. Naturally, since that’s my state, my readers are going to want to know who I endorse for President.
I’ll do more than that, here. I’m not just going to endorse a ticket. I will lay out who I want in an ideal administration—and give my reasons why. So, without further ado…
The ticket: Of the Final Four, my favorite, as you probably know, is Rick Santorum. Still, the practical guy in me understands the argument that Mitt and Newt have more momentum. Of those two, I’d pick Mitt
I’ll do more than that, here. I’m not just going to endorse a ticket. I will lay out who I want in an ideal administration—and give my reasons why. So, without further ado…
The ticket: Of the Final Four, my favorite, as you probably know, is Rick Santorum. Still, the practical guy in me understands the argument that Mitt and Newt have more momentum. Of those two, I’d pick Mitt
SOPA/PIPA Shelved – More to Come…
by Jason Lightner January 27th, 2012 | Independent Ideas
So the Internet censorship bills SOPA and PIPA, which we discussed last week have been shelved indefinitely by Congress. This is excellent news, after the Internet (yes, the collective) came together in opposition of the bills which sought to limit the freedom of the open Internet with laws that gave the power to effectively blacklist websites to the Government and media companies –- all without going through the legal system, I might add.
Unfortunately for fans of freedom in its various forms, we've got more trouble to contend with. Namely, the Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA)
Unfortunately for fans of freedom in its various forms, we've got more trouble to contend with. Namely, the Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA)
