Under the circumstances, the pro-life movement has been extremely forgiving. No spokesman for that cause—at least, no one with any credibility—ever advocates death penalties. Good thing, too: after all, as far as we’re concerned, those would-be mothers are tragically misguided and deceived. As such, we don’t demand that they be “punished”, like criminals. And yet…that’s now being held up as an example of how hypocritical we “religious-nut-job-marionettes” allegedly are? Amazing….
Okay. Fortunately, there are no GOP debates this week—freeing me to discuss this issue. Let’s look at this in a reasoned, rational manner…and address four common arguments of those who
The Abortion Issue
by Eric M. Blake October 31st, 2011 
Conservative Considerations, General Politics, Political Facts
More Losers than Winners this Week
by Ronald A. Rowe October 28th, 2011 Congress, Political Polls, Winners & Losers
Hmmmm. There were a lot more nominations for losers than winners this week. I wonder if that says more about the disposition of our panel of experts or the state of politics this week. You be the judge.
WINNERS:
Barack Obama –
The President had nothing directly to do with the death of Muammar Gaddafi, but it happened under his watch. That’s two major enemies of the United States of America killed in a short period of time, which is all good for the sitting president. He looks stronger on foreign policy and I’m pretty sure the Nobel people can’t take their
WINNERS:
Barack Obama –
The President had nothing directly to do with the death of Muammar Gaddafi, but it happened under his watch. That’s two major enemies of the United States of America killed in a short period of time, which is all good for the sitting president. He looks stronger on foreign policy and I’m pretty sure the Nobel people can’t take their
On Herman Cain and the Religious Right
by Jason Lightner October 26th, 2011 Independent Ideas
News flash: Republican Presidential hopeful Hermain Cain doesn't know how Constitutional amendments are enacted. In an interview with CBN's David Brody, Cain was quoted as saying:
Silly pizza man. The President plays no active part in Constitutional amendments. It's a job for Congress and the states. This is something you learn in high school, yet this man is included in formal polls and in the debates. How anyone could take him seriously at
"If we can get the necessary support and it comes to my desk I’ll sign it. That’s all I can do. I will sign it."
Silly pizza man. The President plays no active part in Constitutional amendments. It's a job for Congress and the states. This is something you learn in high school, yet this man is included in formal polls and in the debates. How anyone could take him seriously at
Debate Spotlight: 10/11/2011
by Eric M. Blake October 24th, 2011 Conservative Considerations, Political Opinions, Republican Reflections
Here it is: the good, the bad, and the ugly. And believe me…in this CNN Las Vegas debate, with Anderson Cooper (who dismissed the audience’s first question, changing it to an attack-Cain question) moderating—things got ugly!
A little note: Jon Huntsman was noticeably absent, apparently in protest over the big “move-up” of the early primaries. Ron Paul, in the meantime, loves the “move-up”—gloating to FOX’s Neil Cavuto that the Ron-Paul-Revolutionaries, at least, are sure to put aside the holiday season and continue getting out the vote. (The worst part: I believe him. Let’s hope the Herminators are just as eager….)
Okay,
A little note: Jon Huntsman was noticeably absent, apparently in protest over the big “move-up” of the early primaries. Ron Paul, in the meantime, loves the “move-up”—gloating to FOX’s Neil Cavuto that the Ron-Paul-Revolutionaries, at least, are sure to put aside the holiday season and continue getting out the vote. (The worst part: I believe him. Let’s hope the Herminators are just as eager….)
Okay,
Let’s Get This Party Started
by Jason Lightner October 21st, 2011 Independent Ideas
Good day to you and yours, fine reader! Today, I'd like to take a break from the tales of police brutality, government corruption, corporate and financial greed, and imperialistic foreign policy I enjoy shedding so much light upon and, instead, discuss with you something you might be familiar with. Today, my friend, we will be discussing civic duty and how it relates to you. I'll begin by telling you my own, personal story.
Back in 2008 I voted for Barack Obama in the Presidential election. I am, by no means, a Democrat. However, I was taken in by his promises
Back in 2008 I voted for Barack Obama in the Presidential election. I am, by no means, a Democrat. However, I was taken in by his promises