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Writing

How I will Write a Novel in 2008

I’ve wanted to write a novel for at least 20 years now. I’ve had a lot of false starts. First, I thought I had to read a lot in order to write good fiction, so I read Kafka, Hemingway, Bukowsky, Asimov, Rand, Bradbury, Heinlein and a ton of those cheap paperbacks that you can read […]

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Opinion

Why Colombia’s Reinsertion Program for Guerrillas is Pure Genius

As you may be aware, the country of Colombia is at war. The government is pitted against ruthless guerrilla groups of both the right and the left who murder, pillage, rape and destroy non-stop. And this has been going on for nearly 50 years. Battling Guerrillas is Hard Work But the government has very limited […]

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Politics

Why I’m Sticking with Ron Paul

For those of us that had high hopes of Ron Paul placing at least third in Iowa and first in New Hampshire, the disappointment is palpable. We gave him $20 million dollars and went evangelical to get him the needed exposure. Doing worse in New Hampshire than in Iowa and losing the anti-war vote to […]

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Business

My Goals for 2008 are Daily Habits

I like setting goals. It’s fun, it’s painless and I get to dream about future greener pastures, which is something I love. The problem is in the achieving. It’s not a problem really, it’s just a lot of work. And the work is spread out over a long time. I have a lot of trouble […]

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Politics

The Ron Paul Blimp has Taken off!

Check out this photo set of the Ron Paul blimp taking off. I can’t imagine how much work this has taken. Good work guys! I haven’t contributed to the blimp yet, but I will be and for the same reason that I participated in the 5th November and Tea Party money-bombs. I like what Ron […]

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Misc

A Dramatic New Instrumental from Bress

Check out this new instrumental from Bress, an LA rock band with east-coast hard-rock roots. If you like textured instrumentals that make you feel, you will love Bress’ “Datte in the Dark Deshyo”. Want More Bress? You can get more Bress at at Bress Music @ MySpace. The medley will give you a feel for […]

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Business

Letter to ING Direct from a NetBank Customer

Dear ING Direct, You recently took over my personal and corporate banking business when you acquired the assets of failed NetBank. Thank you! I experienced no interruption in the use of my various accounts and cards. You (or was it the FDIC?) provided an invaluable service. I Can Keep my Accounts Indefinitely I called you […]

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Politics

Ron Paul: One of the Least Flawed

Daniel Miessler would have us believe that Ron Paul is Seriously Flawed as a Candidate; We’re Just So in Love With Him That We’re Not Paying Attention. Well I am paying attention and Dr. Ron Paul is one of the least flawed presidential candidates in the 2008 race. Here’s why: Here’s why Ron Paul is […]

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Opinion

Peaceful Citizen’s Leg Broken by Capitol Police

Today, while peacefully waiting his turn to enter the Senate Petraeus hearings, a citizen was tackled by Capitol Police, reportedly resulting in a broken leg. No appearance of violence The police would not let this citizen enter the hearings. The citizen refused to bow his head and go on his merry way. The citizen gave […]

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Opinion

Released Rapist Relegated to Riverbed

A released sex offender is living in a riverbed because landlords don’t want him and a recent law prohibits him from living near schools, parks or beaches. Once released from prison, a person has paid their debt I’m no fan of rapists, child molesters or other criminals but let’s be smart about this. Once released […]