The U.S. Constitution: Individual rights or group rights?

As part of a college project for a family member, I have been asked to give my opinion on the Constitution as it relates to group versus individual rights for his American Government class.  How would you answer these questions?  Below are my answers. a. There seems to be a growing trend away … [Read more...]

Is Healthcare a Right?

This question has been mulled over ad nauseam, I realize. But given all the hoopla over ObamaCare, it's a legitimate question that deserves debate. So, I'm asking. Personally, I (TerranceH) believe healthcare is a right. And rather than people explain why my argument is lacking, I want people to … [Read more...]

Orwell’s 1984 Sales Increase

George Orwell's classic,1984, is fashionable yet again. According to Amazon.Com, the 64-year-old novel has seen a 24-hour sales increase of 3,300%, an astounding number by any measure. The following passage may ring a bell: "Asleep or awake, working or eating, indoors or out of doors, in the … [Read more...]