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- Dan Savage's Remarks About the Bible are Not So ShockingDan Savage, the syndicated advice columnist behind the “It Gets Better Project” has apologized for remarks he made after several students walked out on a lecture that he was giving. What did he say that was so offensive that the students walked out?
EPA's Armendariz Resigns for Revealing Crucify CommentArmendariz's crucify reference is telling far beyond the historical reference.- Lesbian Scout Leaders' Eviction Puts the Boy Scouts Back on the National StageJennifer Tyrrell of Bridgeport, Ohio has been evicted due to her lesbian orientation. The Boy Scouts of America and their "morally straight" oath has gained national attention once again as Gay Rights Activists get involved.
- For Classified Osama Bin Laden Photos, Compromise Must Be ReachedThe death of Osama bin Laden still creates controversy in the United States.
- Dick Clark Had Something Most Stars Don't: Lateral LongevityDick Clark had something for everyone. He will be missed.
- George Zimmerman: Will He Ever Be Free?George Zimmerman is being tried in the court of public opinion. Can we, as a people, allow him his freedom today as he leaves his jail cell on bail and at any time in the future should that be the decision of the court?
- Meeting Mike Wallace in Under 60 MinutesI didn't get 60 minutes, I got 10, but I didn't have to share my time with millions of people. It was one on one, Mike Wallace and me. I was surprised to meet him, but I don't know why, considering the previous 48 hours.
- Tyson Douses the Martin Tragedy with Even More Hateful RhetoricMike Tyson can't help but to add his feeble thoughts on the Trayvon Martin case.
Savings a Waiting Game for Hybrid OwnersIn a recent article in the New York times a study shows it may take as long as 27 years for the Chevy Volt to start paying for itself.- DOJ Complies with Court Over ‘Judicial Activism’ Remarks, but How Did We Get Here?According to CNN, the DOJ complied with the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals order to submit a three page single-spaced letter by noon on Thursday, right before the deadline. How did it get to this point?
- Why I Oppose the Individual Mandate in the Health Care OverhaulThe wisdom of Ronald Reagan must be considered in the constitutionality of the health care overhaul.
- A 'Honey' of a LawsuitMore than 75 percent of the honey sold in U.S. grocery stores has been subjected to ultra-filtration and therefore lacks pollen. Without pollen, honey’s health benefits are lost. Discover how "funny honey" is made and why it is still on store shelves.
Questions of Freedom of Speech in the Wake of Police Officers’ Comments on the Trayvon Martin CaseAt least two police officers who are not involved in the investigation of the Trayvon Martin shooting have publicly commented on the case. Officer Giroir of the New Orleans Police Department and Sgt. Ervens Ford of the Miami PD both went public.- New EPA Rule Effectively Kills New Coal Plant ConstructionProposed on Tuesday, President Obama’s contentious new EPA rule seeks to abate carbon dioxide emissions by prescribing stringent standards on new coal-fired power plants.
'The Hunger Games' -- Why Katniss is like Sarah Palin'The Hunger Games,' the smash hit film about a future oppressive government that forces teenagers to fight to the death, is heavy with allegory and political subtext. But what allegory and subtext depends on the eye of the beholder.- What Happens if the Supreme Court Only Invalidates the Individual Mandate?This week, the Supreme Court is hearing oral arguments with regards to the Obama administration's healthcare legislation. I examine the consequences for Americans if the Court chooses only to invalidate the individual mandate portion of the bill.
- Taliban Using Bales Case to Manipulate Afghan PeopleThe Taliban claims to want justice in the case of Staff Sgt. Robert Bales, but the only thing it really wants is unfettered power and control over the Afghan people.
- Technology Doesn't Eliminate the Need for EducationThe article explores the need for parents and teachers to educate kids about the technology that is so prevalent in their lives.
U.S. Should Steer Clear of Israel’s Misguided Fashion Industry PolicingIsrael's new law banning ultra-thin models is baseless government interference. Runway models are not the source of eating disorders.- 'Political Correctness' Would Have Saved Trayvon Martin's LifeThe tragic death of Trayvon Martin demonstrates political correctness isn't a war over words; it's a war over ideas. And people are dying.
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- Rising Home Prices in DC and GentrificationWhich came first the rising home prices or the gentrification?
- Donald Trump Needs Better Lawyers for Birther AdviceDonald Trump resurrected the birther noise again, just to keep his own name in the news. Barack Obama was most certainly born in Hawaii, but it doesn’t matter. He could have been born anywhere. He would still be a natural born American citizen.
- Looking Forward into a Romney PresidencyMost of us know what to expect from a Obama second term but what if Mitt Romney wins, what can we expect from a Romney presidency? Romney has hired former Bush team members which gives us a good idea where he's going to go with the country.
- UN, Save the Children Start Famine Relief Funds for West AfricaIndividuals can donate to these funds and help save lives in the eight Sahel countries which have suffered a massive drought including Niger, The Gambia, Mauritania, Mali, Burkina Faso, Senegal, Chad, and Cameroon.
- Bill Seeking Medical Cost Transparency Deserves PraiseArizona state senator Nancy Barton created SB 1384, which would have increased medical cost transparency by having doctors, hospitals, and clinics publish the prices of their most common medical procedures. It was sunk by House Republicans.
A Correctional Officer's ChallengeCorrectional Officers have a difficult job managing difficult people. Does the job have to entail abuse and negligence and does that lead to violence? The answer is somewhere between doing the job the right way and the wrong way..
The Second of Four Ohio Casinos Opens in ToledoThere will be four casinos that will open in Ohio within a year. The second of these four recently opened in Toledo.- Who Should Romney Choose for VP?There are a number of criterion when it comes to choosing a VP for the GOP ticket. Generally a Veep should appeal to a demographic that is perceived as weak for the candidate at the top of the ticket.
- Student Who Challenges Teacher Gets BulliedDeterioration of American education is leading us towards a third world country
- CNN Taking a Gamble with Anthony BourdainCNN announced a new show hosted by Anthony Bourdain next year. The network is trying to mix things up, but it may be making things worse!
- Anthony Bourdain Starring in New CNN ShowBy adding Anthony Bourdain to the Sunday night lineup, CNN has shaken up their lineup and given viewers an interesting insight into the world.
- German Medical Association Apologizes for Nazi-Era ExperimentsA quick look on the GMA's apology and the Nazi experiments they're apologizing for.
- Hugo: Is a Sumptuous Treat for Both Eye and SoulMartin Scorsese presents ‘Hugo’ as yet another gem, to find a place in our film repertoire. In a breezy mood of storytelling, he underlines that life, even when it seems too challenging, can be special and gifted.
- President Obama’s Kill List Undermines American Values and the ConstitutionOn May 29, an article from the New York Times delves into the topic of a secret kill list that President Barack Obama has, which he has used to take out terrorists around the world. Here is why this is a huge blow to Americans and the Constitution.
- Fox Limits Bethenny's Show, Fans Become ConcernedFox network and Bethenny Frankel have announced the dates for her daytime talk show, but fans are unhappy about the limits Fox is putting on her. Get the latest here.
- Measure R Sends Nearly a Billion Out of StateMTA had a choice and they chose to send jobs out of state and out of country because they claim Kinkisharyo International offered a mere 5% cost savings and “better” results.
- Miami Has Real Life Face Eating Zombies - Sort OfRudy Eugene ate someone's face and had to be shot multiple times to stop him.
- Is 'Flame' a Sign Our Privacy Will Soon Go Up in Flames?A description of how Flame, the newly-discovered cyber-warfare virus affecting Iranian systems, makes me both proud and very, very scared.
- The Supreme Court Should Not Ignore Cases About TasersThe Supreme Court should hear Taser cases. The damage they cause is awful.
- Houla Massacre: World Offers Strong Words, Nothing MoreAs Americans celebrated the veterans of foreign wars on Memorial Day, they were introduced to images of a war no troops were dedicated to. The images of dozens of young children massacred and mutilated by Syria's ruling regime.
