“It is error alone which needs the support of government. Truth can stand by itself.” — Thomas Jefferson
Truth Does Not Get Lonely (Jefferson)
Category: Daily Dose of Reason
Why There’s So Much Fury and Rage in the American Electorate
“That’s not who we are.” This is what people say when they complain about fighting back really hard against Islamic terrorists. I hear Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton say it. I have heard Republicans Lindsay Graham, Jeb Bush and Marco … Continue reading
Integrity Does Not Mean Being a Crusader
Dear Dr. Hurd: I am wondering how you got through your social work program (Master’s in Clinical Social Work) not being a stereotypical liberal? I am in a social work program now and I’m having difficulty with this. My reply: … Continue reading
Alcoholics Anonymous: Is “Recovery Think” Really “Group Think”?
A DrHurd.com reader writes: I totally agree with your view that alcoholism is not a disease. In January 2009 I had my doctor enter me into hospital rehab for a week for my alcoholism. I have been in and out … Continue reading
Facebook, Social Media and the Psychology of Validation
“Do you crave Facebook likes?” asks Martin Graff, Ph.D., in a recent article and study. ‘The attention I get from social media is important to me’, ‘I consider someone to be popular based on the amount of likes they get … Continue reading
How to Stay Upbeat During the Decline of the American Republic
I receive notes like this, from appreciative readers, all the time: Dr. Hurd: Hi ! I came to America almost 30 years ago from Latvia. As a person who escaped socialism I know that every word you say is true … Continue reading
Family, Rationally Defined (Richard Bach)
“The bond that links your true family is not one of blood, but of respect and joy in each other’s life.” — Richard Bach Follow Dr. Hurd on Facebook. Search under “Michael Hurd” (Rehoboth Beach DE). Get up-to-the-minute postings, recommended … Continue reading
We All Hate “Hate Speech” But Does Anyone LOVE Free Speech?
“Your Hate is Killing People.” These are the words of an anti-Trump protester’s sign. Is it really true? Can an emotion, or idea, be responsible for killing people? Not a chance. Actions kill people; not emotions. You might feel like … Continue reading
Is Trump Responsible for Violence Against Him?
Donald Trump was forced to cancel a rally in Chicago due to threats of violence. Apparently, even the police were afraid. Black Lives Matter, a group which openly supports violence to attain its goals of socialism, cheers the shutdown. They … Continue reading
Suing Oil Companies for Free Speech = Censorship
Attorney General Loretta Lynch testified Wednesday that the Justice Department has “discussed” taking civil legal action against the fossil fuel industry for “denying” the “threat of carbon emissions” when it comes to climate change. Why is this not bigger news? … Continue reading
Should Celebrating Diversity Include Celebrating Islam?
Muslim happy meals are coming to Georgetown University. The Georgetown University Student Association (GUSA) has elected the first Muslim student to serve as its president at the school which brands itself as America’s “oldest Catholic and Jesuit institute of higher … Continue reading
Mainstream Economists Catch On: FDR Worsened the Great Depression
Two UCLA economists say they have figured out why the Great Depression dragged on for almost 15 years, and they blame a suspect previously thought to be beyond reproach: President Franklin D. Roosevelt. After scrutinizing Roosevelt’s record for four years, … Continue reading