Category Archives: religion
GOP: DeMint Like A Jew “Watching Our Nation’s Pennies”
I thought that no one would be able to top the cultural sensitivities of the Delaware DOT, but today I was proved wrong. Two South Carolina county party chairmen posted a letter to the editor (I’m sure that link will … Continue reading
Twitter and haiku tributes to Rosh Hashana
Tonight at sundown will mark Rosh Hashana, the Jewish new year. In the Jewish calendar, it’s the year 5769 (courtesy of HebCal.com. Seriously.). Twitter has unveiled it’s own tribute to this festive day that’s worth taking a look at. It’s … Continue reading
Dating tips for young adults
There are many things religion can provide for the soul – spiritual guidance, personal meaning and a relationship with God (if you are so inclined), just to name a few. However, when it comes to matters of the pants, religion … Continue reading
Arizona State Senator says Earth is 6,000 years old
Arizona State Senator Sylvia Allen (R) wants uranium mining in Arizona to be expanded. She feels that this will provide the state with a lot of money, and provide our children and grandchildren with the modern lifestyle we have now. … Continue reading
Michael Jackson/Iran mashup
Still at work and had a crazy day..but came across this mashup of Iranians with MJ music. It’s actually a pretty powerful video (and so timely!). Important to not lose sight of the people still fighting in the world while … Continue reading
Iranian Friday Photos
The protests in Iran have been growing all week, but took a break for Friday prayers in anticipation of the Ayatollah’s speech on the election results. The speech called for the protests to stop, and made thinly veiled threats about … Continue reading
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Poll to support Iran
I haven’t written about Iran yet, mostly because I have a lot of thoughts and haven’t had time since I have been following it here constantly. That said – here’s a quick poll. Click here to support Google changing their … Continue reading
TWC Roundtable 4 – George Tiller
TOPIC: Abortion provider George Tiller was murdered while at church on Sunday, after years of protest by pro-life groups. What are the implications of this act? What does this say about the abortion issue as a whole? This NY Times … Continue reading
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Israel wins mock trial competition
One of the major issues (if not the single greatest issue) in the Israeli/Palestinian issue is territory. Palestinian exiles (some going back to Israel’s incorporation) want the right to return to the country. Additionally, they want a Palestinian nation to … Continue reading
