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The Law of One

Observations TOCB - May 12, 2020 2

I have not posted anything but “short posts” in a while because, well quite frankly I am not a writer. I prefer to just exchange thoughts. However, I have been studying some metaphysical material that really resonates with me, and I...

The Capitalism That Stole Christmas – The Anti-Materialism Theme of Classic Christmas Films

Observations AdLib - December 23, 2013 51

Ironically, Americans watch and enjoy classic Christmas movies that strongly indict the materialism Americans are focused on during much of the Christmas season.

On a Cloudy Day

Observations James Michael Brodie - February 15, 2011 46

On a Cloudy Day By James Michael Brodie One night, years ago, I was driving down a quiet road at night with a couple of friends. Seeing a silver barrel hurling headlong toward our windshield, the driver, as...

For the Planet’s Transgender Columnist: A First Post

Observations Angela Bridgman - May 29, 2019 21

I will use this space, and my column, to bring light on issues concerning Social Justice where it relates to the transgender community, as well as share from my own personal journey.

Justice Is Not Always Fair

Observations Nirek - January 23, 2015 1

If there were really such a thing as "justice" the bush administration would be in prison, the cop who killed Mike Brown would also be in prison, and Boehner and his bretheren would NOT be in their lofty positions....

Separated at Birth…Or the GOP Lineup Revealed?

Observations BlueStateMan - August 20, 2011 5

Coincidence? I think NOT! YOU DECIDE!!! Enjoy!

Lobbyists…Good or Bad?

Observations Nirek - August 5, 2016 17

Today, a citizen concerned about an issue can't get a word in sideways because "Citizens United" made it legal for those with great wealth and corporations to literally buy a politician.

The Infantilization of America

Observations kesmarn - January 2, 2010 110

Are Americans in need of parental figures to guide them through the complexities of life?

Happy Mother’s Day–A Special Day

Observations bito - May 7, 2011 19

Happy Mothers Day!

The Chicken Little Syndrome – Why Some On the Left Root For Their Own Failure

Observations AdLib - October 22, 2013 37

Aside from inspiring most reasonable people to want to slap them silly with a live, wriggling salmon, these Depressocrats need to be called out for their negative contributions to society.

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