Is it possible to commit violence against another person via the Internet? Common sense and even the tiniest regard for individual rights would seem to suggest no. But a newly issued report by the United Nations claims otherwise. Not only … Continue reading
Category: Society & Culture
Pope Francis Thinks Today’s Immigrants are “Pilgrims”
In his latest rant, Pope Francis declared that immigrants are modern-day “pilgrims,” and he also lectured that Americans would do well to learn from their “diversity.” Twittering twits everywhere applaud and like these remarks. “What a compassionate man this Pope … Continue reading
Now I Get It: What Islam and “Liberal” Leftism Have in Common
For years, I have wondered why Obama/Hillary Clinton/Bernie Sanders-supporting “liberal” leftists have been apologists for Islam. Islam, after all, is the religion that — among other things — subjugates gays, women and anyone who voices an opinion in opposition to … Continue reading
Government Owned Lands Are On Fire
Wildfires are continuing to plague drought-stricken California and federal funding to fight them has dried up like parched El Dorado County farmland, leading critics to say the real problem lies nearly 3,000 miles away, in Washington. For the year, more … Continue reading
America Founded on Racist Principles — Was Sanders Right?
Democratic presidential candidate and socialist Bernie Sanders says the United States was founded on racist principles. Sanders said, “I would hope and I believe that every person in this room today understands that it is unacceptable to judge people, to … Continue reading
Apple vs. the U.S. Government: A Looming Battle?
One of the most common arguments against free market capitalism is, “If government doesn’t step in, the robber barons will take over.” “Robber barons” refer to the kinds of companies who supposedly wield unfair power over others. But exactly how … Continue reading
Why Pope Francis Loves Fidel Castro
Pope Francis will hold a private meeting with Fidel Castro during his visit to Cuba later this month if the former president’s health allows it, according to three Vatican officials with knowledge of the matter. [Bloomberg News and Newsmax.com 9/10/15] … Continue reading
Fourteen Years Later
I published this article at DrHurd.com on 9/12/01, under the title “9/11: The Day America Grew Up.” Let’s hope this is what future historians write about yesterday’s events. If not, we won’t be here—and won’t deserve to be: September 11, … Continue reading
The Psychology of Trump
If poll numbers are right, Donald Trump is having an impact, and could even conceivably become president. Polls are showing him increasingly ahead among Republicans, and even having a shot at beating Hillary Clinton or whomever the Democrats end up … Continue reading
Islam’s Latest Tactic: Sue Non-Believers Into Submission
A Muslim flight attendant says she was suspended by ExpressJet for refusing to serve alcohol in accordance with her Islamic faith. In a bid to get her job back, Charee Stanley filed a discrimination complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity … Continue reading
Is America Morphing into Sweden?
It’s sometimes noted that America is gradually becoming a socialist/social democratic society like those found in Europe, particularly nations like Sweden. In that context, Daniel Pipes recently wrote: Sweden is a special place. One of the richest and most peaceful … Continue reading
Do Black Lives Matter … Or Do Lives Matter?
I really like how my friend puts it on Facebook: All right, I am going to say it. Yes, Black Lives Matter! [B]ut where are those [screaming] and rioting people when one of my friends get[s] killed by their black … Continue reading