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No Good Time for AnarchyIf there is another Great Depression in this country, now or in the future, it will not be the orderly affair of this countries first great depression. Anarchy is not the answer, it could become randomly violent and out of control. -
Old Glory for the PiratesRemembering what first place feels like, the Pittsburgh Pirates have their sights set on winning the N.L. Central this year and returning to the playoffs after a long absence. -
Gay Marriage: The First Steps to EqualityGavin Newsom opened up a Pandora's box when he allowed gay marriages in San Francisco in 2004, it set the stage. Now that same sex couples can be married in other states, the movement for gay rights is spreading its wings.
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Herman Cain: A Risky Blend of TeaAttracting so much interest within the Tea Party, Herman Cain is an outspoken voice of change with a big business background. Unproven in the national political arena, can he ever look close enough to middle to be elected?
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A Writer at the End of the RainbowIf you think that you can be a writer, you can find a chance at Yahoo's Associated Content. A well designed network of writers, the opportunity to unlock your inner genius and become successful can happen there.
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Still Breaking the BallSome women are aggressive when they deal with men, trying to prove that they are better. Since being equal is the point, is liberation being pushed too far?
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Goodbye God: Going to BodieNow a well preserved, very out of the way ghost town. Over a mile high Bodie, California, was once a thriving gold rush settlement with a bloody reputation. -
Tales of the Celtic OtherworldA place in the ancient tales of Ireland, the Celtic Otherworld was a mystical paradise on Earth. Discovered by very few and hidden from the naked eye, it was an oasis of eternal youth and happiness.
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A Good Look at the RaidersGoing into the 2011 NFL season, the Oakland Raiders are rising. If the most glaring holes in the roster are filled in free agency, this is a team that could win the AFC West.
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A Butterfly for Tracy's AngelMore than two years ago, the town that I live in lost one of its children. A stranger, I will always honor the memory of that child. -
A Black and Silver Holy RollerOne of the most unique plays in NFL history, the Holy Roller showed the true fighting spirit of the Oakland Raiders. Driven to win, they pulled victory out of thin air in the classic Raider style.
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Howdy Doody and Dick CheneyMore than a year after the George W. Bush administration faded into history, suspicion will always remain that Dick Cheney might have been pulling the strings. -
Earwigs in My BrainEarwigs are a real problem this year, there are organic ways to deal with an invasion in your garden.
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American Soldiers: The Ultimate HeroesThe Facebook group, Soldiers are not Heroes, is offensive and misguided. However, they have a right to a voice, even if it offends our freedom. -
The Ghostly Drop KickThe last drop kick in the NFL was accomplished by Doug Flutie, for the first time in over sixty years. Once part of the game, until that day, it had faded away completely.
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The Eyes of BaseballBaseball is a beautiful but imperfect game played and judged by men. Instant replay would change that, damaging the natural flow and its valued, total respect for how the umpires see the game.
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Yesterdays Stars: Deacon JonesThe first great quarterback sack master in the NFL, Deacon Jones, played before his numbers would be counted. Skilled and angry, he may be the best defensive end in history.
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The Bugs Bunny Curveball: A Look at a Baseball Rarity, the Eephus PitchThe slowest pitch in the history of baseball is the Eephus pitch. Odd and out of place, variations of it have been used with some success for years. -
Sins of the Science SoxNow that the steroid scandal is passing into infamy, how much were Bud Selig and the owners involved, or not involved? What will be the final fate of the high-profile, tainted players?
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The Speed of DalkowskiThere is much disagreement as to who is the hardest-throwing pitcher of all time. Many old-timers think it was a wild, legendary minor leaguer, Steve Dalkowski.
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The Forgotten CloserSaves are scarce in most leagues. If you need them, go get J. P. Howell now.
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A Rabbit Near a Top HatQuality Starts is an interesting category. It can appear, and then disappear.
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The Fifth Home RunWho are the players that have hit four home runs in one game, who was the closest to five? Who could be next to tie the record or the one to break it?
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Holding the DicePedro Alvarez is a slow starter, it is too early to jump ship on this very promising player.
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Ricky and the WindRicky Henderson was one of the games greatest and most exciting players ever.
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Lights of a North StarFor one season, Erik Bedard looked like the next can't miss, on fire sure thing. Those days have passed. His start this season could be the end for an amazing arm, or is there another answer?
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The Maybin AttractionSometimes there is a prospect that you follow forever, waiting for him to become a star. Cameron Maybin is in the right place to breakout, is this the season that it happens?
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Cheating in the StreamSpot starting, or streaming if you will, is not a honorable trend. It is cheating, nothing more than bending the rules to exploit roster limits.
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Lightning in a FastballThe Mariners decision to keep Michael Pineda is refreshing. He shows all the tools to be a breakthrough starter as soon as this year.
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Chasing My Tail in the NinthIs too much value lost if you draft saves early? If you do wait, who would you be watching to become a closer this year?
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A Good Look at the CeilingThe thought that Carlos Gonzalez and Rickie Weeks are both coming off of career years is causing them to drop farther than expected in fantasy drafts. At their age, there is far too much talent to not project better seasons in 2011 and beyond.