White people are white, and that's racist A speaker at an event railed against white people claiming that being white brings inherent racism. (Maciver Institute) – The city of Madison hosted the 15th annual national White Privilege Conference last week at the Monona Terrace to discuss issues of … [Read more...]
Massive amounts of (non-existent) voter fraud uncovered in NC for 2012 election
April 3, 2014 by 3 Comments
An "Interstate Crosscheck" has uncovered more than 36,000 instances of voter fraud in the state of North Carolina. The compact is between 28 states to check their voter registration roles against one another. (WRAL) — State lawmakers last year mandated the State Board of Elections to enter into an … [Read more...]
Atheist group demand Governor keep his religion to himself, whining ensues
March 21, 2014 by 41 Comments
If it's not protesting memorial crosses on the sides of the highway, Christmas displays, or twisted pieces of metal that resemble a cross, they're whining that some pol said a religious thing. FFRF -- "I can do all things through Christ" sounds like a threat to them? Hearing a bible quote is … [Read more...]
Are we losing the ability to resist our government? Should we be?
March 5, 2014 by 174 Comments
The Political Left has seized upon every opportunity to limit the access for ordinary citizens to own and carry guns. It's been a priority of the Progressive movement for some time. They have a very particular end in mind. To render one of the fundamental purposes the second amendment was … [Read more...]
Arizona’s SB1062 is anti-gay…except it isn’t
February 24, 2014 by 28 Comments
Please someone copy and paste the text of the bill that some are labeling "Jim Crow laws for gays". I'm not seeing it. Words struck out is wording being removed from the original bill, and the all capitalized words is newly inserted language. 1 Be it enacted by the Legislature of the State of … [Read more...]
Income inequality worst in Democrat led cities
February 22, 2014 by 2 Comments
The Brookings Institute released a study on income inequality finding that it is worst in large cities, which also are and have been ruled by Democrat policies for decades. The subject of income inequality is a propaganda political issue to begin with. It is rooted in jealousy and envy. It pits … [Read more...]
What can I say?
February 14, 2014 by 11 Comments
Every once in a while I hit a wall. Now is one of those times. I'm finding little inspiration for topics. You'd think with all that's in the news, there'd be plenty for me opine on. But alas, I'm dry. I'm looking for ideas for topics, or particular issues about which to write. So help a guy … [Read more...]
The U.S. Constitution: Individual rights or group rights?
January 29, 2014 by 3 Comments
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...]
Fetal homicide laws essentially admit abortion is murder
January 14, 2014 by 63 Comments
Currently, a multitude of states have laws punishing what is described as fetal homicide. Essentially, if a person (un)intentionally causes the death of a fetus they can be charged with murder or manslaughter just as if it had been a post-birth human being. The only exception is if the mother … [Read more...]
Does sharing Jesus infringe on rights? That depends…
January 8, 2014 by 5 Comments
Many people are under the (false) impression that the sharing of religion in some settings is unconstitutional. This myth has been propagated for so long that people have begun to believe it. However, even through this mass misunderstanding of what the First amendment protects and prohibits, there … [Read more...]
We should not be legislating toward ideals
January 3, 2014 by 3 Comments
This is going to sound obvious but, I think for all their similarities, there are vast differences between liberals and conservatives when it comes to dealing with reality. I am not suggesting one side is delusional. However, I am suggesting they deal with reality in fundamentally different ways. … [Read more...]
Feigned safety concern: Banning cell phone use while driving
December 20, 2013 by 9 Comments
Distracted driving is the leading cause of traffic accidents. Whether it's looking out the window, daydreaming, talking on the phone, or eating and drinking, distracted driving is a target of state legislatures throughout the country. I'm just not convinced that legislators aren't simply … [Read more...]
New and stricter gun laws didn’t prevent Arapahoe High School shooting
December 17, 2013 by 4 Comments
After the Aurora, Colorado movie theater shooting, the political left in the state moved quickly to enact stricter new gun laws as a response. Critics of this kind of reaction were quick to point out that gun laws don't stop people intent on doing harm to innocents. Of course, this common sense … [Read more...]
What should we do with poor Blacks in America?
December 3, 2013 by 54 Comments
I only know one group of people who would even have a question like this come to mind. The "compassionate" liberally minded politician with an enlightened sense of social justice. I don't like the idea of social justice. It presumes one demographic of people is so down trodden they need someone … [Read more...]
Statistics
November 29, 2013 by 24 Comments
Who doesn't love statistics? I sure do. What statistic do you find really interesting? What about one that you found shocking the first time you heard it? … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving Proclamation, President George Washington
November 27, 2013 by 1 Comment
By the President of the United States of America, a Proclamation. Whereas it is the duty of all Nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey his will, to be grateful for his benefits, and humbly to implore his protection and favor-- and whereas both Houses of Congress have by … [Read more...]
The Framers and their unconstitutional Constitution
November 14, 2013 by 11 Comments
Many of the same men responsible for, and who ratified, the Constitution, specifically the first amendment: Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people … [Read more...]
What would you change in government?
November 9, 2013 by 58 Comments
If one were to believe the polls, a large majority of Americans are profoundly dissatisfied with the way the government is being run, and consequently, the direction the country is headed. Congratulations...you've won the political lottery! You've been anointed Czar of America. You now have all … [Read more...]
Can American Exceptionalism be a dangerous ideal?
November 6, 2013 by 82 Comments
Atticus is the author of the progressive-right political and lifestyle blog BlogTruth. His experience spans almost a decade providing business and consulting services to firms across the globe. Stop by his blog and say hello. *It should be noted that the ideas in this commentary do not necessarily … [Read more...]
Mass shootings laying the ground work for anti-gun activists
November 5, 2013 by 1 Comment
The shooting at Los Angeles International Airport is only the most recent event that will inevitably trigger a demand for stricter gun laws. The move to rush through intention-driven, emotionally reactive laws in response to these kinds of tragedies may prove to be even more dangerous, and possibly … [Read more...]
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