Sacred MediaDon’t know what brought this back to the front of my mind, but I recall from one or more of my religious studies or maybe sociology classes in college learning that instead of or in addition to sacred texts some religions or new religious movements h...See More »
I feel bad about killing antlions.You know, those bugs that look like giant mosquitoes? I think that’s what they’re called. They’re docile, they don’t sting, they’re not even loud. But they do fly around and sometimes land on you when you’re trying to sleep. And every time for about...See More »
Why do Republicans want “Civics” classes to replace “Social Studies” classes in schools?Republicans hate all things civic-minded after all, it’s not like one of those subjects ought to be more friendly territory for right wingers than the other.
How to Beat TrumpFirst, I will make the case that Biden should not be the nominee. I was torn on this issue for months, going back and forth depending on which opinion piece I’d read most recently, but I think I’ve finally settled on the conclusion that Biden needs...See More »
Symbolic DreamI have a sort of recurring dream every now and then that seems to be very symbolic of life struggles. In the dream I’m lying in bed, I just woke up. For some reason or other I really want to get up, but when I tell my body to move it doesn’t. I lie...See More »
Saying Awkward ThingsI’ve been introspecting lately, and I’ve noticed that a recurring theme in my life is that, for a quiet person, I’ve said a lot of socially unacceptable things throughout my life, even when I was little. I’ve alienated more than one or two friends...See More »
Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic Values Poll (2) See Poll OptionsSo I read this article today: https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/jan/29/donald-trump-americans-us-culture-republican And it suggests that...See More »
What should be the next title in the Dogman series?Dogman is a series of children’s books by Dav Pilkey about an anthropomorphic dog superhero. Most titles in the series are titles of classic literature adapted to dog themes, such as Lord of the Fleas, Fetch-22, and, the title to be released next...See More »
Someone please tell me this article is wrong.Please explain to me that for several good reasons the world is not headed for a post-democratic, fascist era. https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/jan/20/fascism-is-everywhere-on-the-march-and-its-trump-who-sets-the-pace
I think I have a glitch on my accountI have an orange 1 over my inbox, but when I click on my inbox there are no new messages. Anyone else experience this?
Three famous Anne Hathaway’s now.1. Shakespeare’s wife 2. Contemporary actress 3. Chairwoman of the RNC organizing committee. Do I have all that right?
As a Democrat this article is scaring the crap out of mehttps://www.politico.com/news/magazine/2023/11/04/new-republican-party-working-class-coalition-00122822 We’re screwed next year, and, if it even matters, for the foreseeable future.
John Lennon’s favorite food is mentioned in a Beatles song.Guess what it is without Googling the answer.
You don’t really know if you’re attracted to someone until you’ve gone on several dates with themGood advice, yea or nay? Please explain your answer in the comments, that’s why I didn’t include a poll.
Reluctant DateMy cousin wants me to ask a certain girl out on a particular date. This girl is kind and sweet, and I think she likes me but honestly I’m not really attracted to her. The one thing about her that I could point out as a legit reason not to ask her...See More »
Who saw the FBI’s Uniform Crime Report chart or some such posted by a person who likes business suits this morning?Did you understand it? At first glance it would appear that the numbers of murders and firearms murders are extremely low, especially for southern states. For example it appears to show that there was only one murder in the whole state of Florida in...See More »
Minesweeper ad I was playing Minesweeper and then this ad popped up and when I clicked the close button nothing happened. So I clicked around at the top of the screen a bit, and now I’ve got this screen: How do I get this damn ad to close?
Saving American DemocracyWith Republicans set to win back both chambers of Congress this fall (I hope I’m wrong but that’s what it looks like), we’re in grave danger of permanent Republican Party rule, similar to what they have in Russia. Their plan is simple: with...See More »
I’m afraid that history isn’t an arc that bends towards justiceIt’s rather a circle, and we’re on the downward slope away from justice.
So Where’s the Obligatory Random Teenage German Girl Who Posts Like 50 Pictures of Herself and Some Links to Some Short Video Clips One Day and isGone the Next Day Today?
