politics

Approaching the “Can’t Even”

I’ve been largely silent for most of the past several months both here and in much…
An #Election2016 Afterthought

I was stunned to see states fall to Trump one after another…. but not surprised. The…
My vote for a better election process

As we wrap up the worst election season in my life, I think it’s time to…
Once more, after the breach

“I’m going to explain the Donald Trump phenomenon in three movies. And then some text.” Source:…
We all need a little more John Milton right now

I first encountered Milton’s excellent treatise in support of free speech when I was teaching British…
Civil Body Politic

Against my own good judgment, I’m going to offer a few thoughts sparked by this election…
Shotguns as Sacrament

I’m not going to wade into the deep aftermath of Orlando – that space is already…
Getting Millennials to care about the democratic process

This entire piece is a great read, an examination of the growing divide between traditional media…
How to Criticize with Kindness: Philosopher Daniel Dennett on the Four Steps to Arguing Intelligently | Brain Pickings

How to Criticize with Kindness: Philosopher Daniel Dennett on the Four Steps to Arguing Intelligently |…
Why I’m not voting for Haley

Gov. Nikki Haley Puts Down Arts Funding at Opening of Arts Festival | George Patrick McLeer…