We’re told today is “Patriot Day”. But what does it mean to be patriotic? Why should one be patriotic? It only makes sense to love a country or a government if it respects your sovereignty over your life. The extent … Continue reading
Patriot Day
Category: Daily Dose of Reason
The Power of Expectations
“I don’t have any expectations,” people sometimes say. Or, “I don’t know what to expect.” It’s not that they’re lying when they say this; but they are mistaken. Why? Because you almost always have expectations. You have no choice about … Continue reading
The Beauty of Children (Boris Pasternak)
“What domestic instinct, what ineradicable striving for a nest and order!” said Larissa Fyodorovna, watching her daughter’s play from the kitchen. “Children are unconstrainedly sincere and not ashamed of the truth, while we, from fear of seeming backward, are ready … Continue reading
Will President Trump Be Enough?
The economic numbers are good. Growth may be surpassing the Reagan years. Unemployment is pushing down to levels that economists consider full employment. For a mixed economy — a hybrid mixture of capitalism and government controls/welfare programs — it’s pretty … Continue reading
Cory Booker Fancies Himself a “Spartacus”
Sen. Cory Booker (D-N.J.) has been heavily criticized for his theatrics at Brett Kavanaugh’s Supreme Court confirmation hearings, particularly after Republicans revealed that the “confidential” documents Booker published Thursday morning in supposed defiance of Senate rules had already been cleared … Continue reading
The Democratic Party Serves a Sick Purpose
When you think about it, Democrats serve a purpose. Not a rational purpose, but a psychological one. Democrats are the party of “I’m here to rescue you.” Young people have only seen Democratic hatred and hostility directed against President Trump. … Continue reading
Is Indoctrination of Children Child Abuse?
I saw a headline today. “Is Indoctrinating children with militant feminism child abuse?” Even if it’s not legally feasible to enforce it, YES. It’s child abuse. But the issue is even broader. Indoctrinating a child with anything is child abuse. … Continue reading
Delaware Republicans: Vote Rob Arlett Sept. 6!
The Establishment media says vote for Rob Arlett’s opponent because he’s a “McCain, not a Trump”. They actually think this is a GOOD thing! Aside from my personal association with Rob Arlett and working with him on our podcast, that’s … Continue reading
Why We Do Not Need “Labor Day”
We don’t need Labor Day. It’s heresy, I know. Today is Labor Day. What kind of person would be against a national holiday? I’m not against holidays. But I am against a holiday called Labor Day. Why? Because “Labor Day” … Continue reading
Blaming Others is Not Success (Erin Cummings)
“At the end of the day, you are solely responsible for your success and your failure. And the sooner you realize that, you accept that, and integrate that into your work ethic, you will start being successful. As long as … Continue reading
Conservatives: Government Will Not Save You From Facebook and Google
A lot of Trump supporters are excited by the prospect of the federal government regulating Twitter, Facebook and Google for their blatant bias against conservative thinkers and bloggers. It’s a classic example of “careful what you wish for”. Why? Think … Continue reading
All We Need From Our Fellow Man: Self-Preservation
All we need from our fellow man? Self-preservation. It sounds shocking. But it’s true. Think about it. If immigrants were more self-interested, we wouldn’t have to fight over immigration. They wouldn’t take government handouts, health care or even schools. They’d … Continue reading