“There are countries that do not tolerate speech critical of the government and its institutions. There are countries where citizens who publicly disagree with the actions of the government and its institutions are condemned as disloyal citizens, investigated and tried. There are countries where people with political views that differ from those of the governing authorities are subject to governmental abuse and ruin just because of their political opinions. We have a name for these countries. They are totalitarian.“
Category Archives: Popular Culture
Ayaan Hirsi Ali
“We have all been subverted.”
Memorial Day
It’s a time for recollection, not celebration.
Like the 4th of July, too many of our holidays have lost their meaning, becoming just an excuse for partying and a three-day weekend. When you grill your meat, think of those who lost so many holidays so that you could have yours.
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To The Mothers
Mine has been gone for almost a quarter of a century now, but if you can, show yours the appreciation she deserves. None of us would be here without them.
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We watched Young Sheldon for the first few seasons when it started, but haven’t seen the most recent ones. Maybe we should, now that it’s almost over.
Polaris Dawn
Eric Berger has the story on the upcoming flight.
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As per usual, many of the comments are idiotic hating on billionaires.
Voting For Joe Biden
No, it’s not a vote for “decency.”
Teaching Young People about Communism
“Civil War”
Don’t waste your time and money on the movie.
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Weird. The post seems to have disappeared. I’ll update if I see it again. It was three reviews, one from Kurt Schlichter.
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It’s reappeared.
The Next Mania
I agree that it’s “climate change.”
Art That’s Just For Me
Thoughts on AI creations, from Lileks.