Christopher Cudworth
I am a writer and artist who has worked in marketing and promotions for newspapers and agencies. Outside work I am involved in environmental issues, faith and family.
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Supreme Court to Hear Case of Hemorrhoids in Spring SessionThe now-famous Citizens United case granted full-personhood to corporations. Now a landmark case may grant the same status to hemorrhoids with Pain In the Ass vs. United States -
From Class Warfare to Crass Warfare, the Conservative Plan to Control AmericaConservatives have learned the effective trick of distorting and turning the truth against political enemies. This is known as crass warfare.
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A Review of the Book "Bush's Wars" by Terry H. AndersonUsing comments from the public record by members of the Bush administration, author Terry H. Anderson sheds perspective on the truth about 9/11 and wars in Afghanistan and Iraq
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7 Things You Can Learn from Your Linkedin ConnectionsSuccess in using Linkedin is often a matter of overcoming human nature, especially reservations about introducing ourselves and interacting with people we don't know. But therein lies the power of Linkedin Connections. -
What You Need to Know About the Maya Calendar and the End of Time in 2012The Maya calendar is based on a 260 year day and uses cryptic glyphs to mark important days. But the whole thing runs out in BCE 2012. Did the Maya just get lazy and quit?
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Arnold Schwarzenegger's New Dramatic RolesIn a storied career in acting and politics, Arnold Schwarzenegger has successfully leveraged his bodybuilding physique and tough guy attitude into film success. In today's content-starved media market, he could go in almost any direction.
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The Considerable Advantages of Being BaldRather than struggle with a toupee, subject yourself to hair transplants or commit the dreaded comb over, more men than ever are deciding to embrace their baldness and go natural. -
Migrating Whooping Cranes Deserve a Little SpaceAt one point there were only 15 Whooping cranes left in the world. Thanks to restoration efforts their numbers are now over 300 and growing slowly. But during migration these birds face many risks. -
Activist Conservative Judges Blocking True Justice in AmericaThe four conservative judges on the United States Supreme Court are Clarence Thomas, Antonin Scalia, John Roberts and Samuel Alito. They are ruining America case by case.
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Glenn Beck Predicts the End of the WorldGlenn Beck is known as a devout political talk show host. But his fervor reached a new and frightened pitch on December 7, 2010 as he cryptically predicted that God's strong arm would soon end the world based on signs everyone can see.
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Is Aldi Foods Taking Over the World?Aldi Foods is a grocery store with a successful formula of offering limited options and self-branded products to keep prices down. This formula is so successful it threatens to take over the world. -
5 Lessons You Can Learn from Making MusicLearning to play an instrument or joining a local choir is a natural growth experience because making music forces you to learn something new every day. -
5 Life Lessons You Can Learn from VolunteeringA volunteer is a person who gives their time or resources to help someone or a cause. Volunteering is a tradition that makes the world a better place. But you can learn a lot about life by volunteering as well. -
5 Life Lessons You Can Learn from Creating ArtThe process of creating art calls on more than creativity, but also discipline and organization. -
5 Life Lessons You Can Learn from GardeningGardening is an activity that requires a "living education" of sorts as you gather knowledge about how to help plants grow and thrive. It also offers life lessons that apply to our lives. -
5 Life Lessons You Can Learn from Competitive CyclingCompetitive cycling holds symbolic value for life through lessons of cooperation, preparation and keeping a cool head under pressure. Only then do you triumph. -
5 Life Lessons You Can Learn from Birding (Birdwatching)Birding or bird watching is one of the fastest growing recreational activities in the world for a reason. It calls on many senses and can be a social activity as well. It also teaches important life lessons. -
5 Life Lessons You Can Learn from Distance RunningBeyond the glory of finishing a race or setting a personal best lies a host of experiences that have practical applications. -
Sarah Palin: Queen of the MisanthropesSarah Palin's folksy approach to politics belies an underlying misanthropy that is a great risk for America to entertain.
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The Get Motivated Business Seminar is Coming to a Town Near YouThe Get Motivated Business Seminar offers famous motivational speakers like Joe Montana, General Colin Powell, Rudy Giuliani, Mike Ditka and General Stanley McChrystal. But they have little to offer the average business person other than a famous name.
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The Purpose of Ovarian Cancer Awareness MonthSeptember is Ovarian Cancer Awareness month. Ovarian cancer affects 22,000 new women each year. There is great need to push more money into research for a cure on this deadly disease, which kills 80% of the women it affects. -
A Rebuttal to Ben Stein's Commentary in American SpectatorProvocateur commentator Ben Stein tees off on the unemployed and accuses all Americans of "wishful thinking" and imprudence.
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What the BP Gulf Oil Disaster Says About Modern EnvironmentalismSupposedly "self-monitoring" industrial regulation is clearly insufficient in the oil industry or any other modern enterprise. Environmentalists have now been proven correct in their argument for prudent safeguards against pollution.
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Gulf Coast Oil Disaster and the Politics of Sarah Palin and "Drill, Baby, Drill"During the 2008 Presidential election, politicians such as Sarah Palin beckoned support from conservative ideologues with shouts of "drill, baby, drill." The Gulf Coast oil disaster points out the stunted logic of those politics. -
The Truth About Being Pro-Life in a Pro-Choice WorldThe bible shows us God is not "Pro-Life," at least not in the simplistic, legalistic way some people represent the Creator related to the issue of abortion rights.
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New Evangelism of the Job HuntJob experts now preach a new set of rules when seeking employment. Rules governing how you construct your resume and approach employers are like a religious code. Here are some key points from the new evangelism for the job hunt.
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This Just In: Global Warming Causes LiberalismThe long-suspected link between global warming and spread of liberalism is showing signs of causing a flood of bleeding heart politics.
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The 10 Commandments for the Post-Modern EraIn an updated version of the 10 Commandments, God scales it down to events of the past decade so people with short attention spans can understand his message.
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How to Reduce Clutter and Improve Your Mental HealthFor many people, clutter is a sign of emotional confusion. Learning to identify habits that lead to clutter begins by learning to make decisions about what is important to keep, discard or recycle. -
Holiday Cheer in Short Supply This YearA chance encounter with a local retailer resulted in a humorous exchange about holding Christmas on a tight budget, and surviving the economic squeeze as a merchant. -
Men Are Simple Creatures (When it Comes to Sex)An amateur social counselor gives lectures to groups of women who want to improve their marital relationships. His main point? Men are Simple Creatures who respond well if the basics of physical attention and sex are given willingly. -
Why the Public Option on Health-Care Coverage is Moral, Essential, Economically SoundThe so-called "public option" on health care is essentially a market balance that can help deliver fairness in pricing and availability of health care for all Americans.
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Is it Time for Christians to Take Over Halloween?Christian traditions like Christmas were formed around pagan holidays. There were pagan traditions that led to our modern day Halloween as well. Like Halloween, the Christian Bible much information about violence, murder, spirits and the occult. -
How to Get Your Life on Course and Out of the Default ModeThe "default" mode is what people accept when they either have no other choices or are too lazy or preoccupied to create their own destiny. Here's how to get out of that rut.
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Review of Reading the Bible in 90 DaysThe course Reading the Bible in 90 Days offers a structured but manageable way to read the complete text. The course offers study guide and is being offering through many churches. -
Why Usain Bolt Should Run Fast and Far from NFL FootballThree days after Usain Bolt set a world record for 100 meters, Pittsburgh Steeler receiver Hines Ward speculated on how Bolt would do in the NFL. That used to be the place for sprinters to make money. But that is no longer necessary or desirable.
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Highlands of Southwestern Wisconsin: A Multi-Season DestinationSouthwestern Wisconsin features striking scenery and tourist attractions that take advantage of natural resources. The Frank Lloyd Wright home at Taliesin is a high point of culture while more lowbrow attractions like Don Q Inn make Wisconsin fun. -
A Tour Guide to Attractions in Western PennsylvaniaThe mountains, rivers, parks and visitor attractions in Western Pennsylvania include Frank Lloyd Wright architecture at Fallingwater and Kentuck Knob, but also an amazing array of free state parks, theater, shopping and outdoor recreation galore. -
Is America Truly in a State of Moral Decline?If if you look at America's track record on real individual rights, the country has been in a state of progress for more than 40 years until conservatives interrupted the flow. Now new opportunities abound.
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How to Be a Good CaregiverHelpful hints about balancing emotional, relational, financial and legal issues related to caregiving for anyone who finds themselves responsible for the health and well being of another. -
Fun Facts About the 2009 Tour De FranceWith 20+ teams racing more than 2000 miles, the Tour de France is a rolling caravan of cyclists, support crews, media and fans. Here are a few fun facts that put the race into perspective. -
The Worry Song by Christopher CudworthThe Worry Song is an original song about how we lose faith by worrying... and make excuses for our procrastination and avoidance because we choose worry over action. But the song is a little funny. -
Uni-Ball 207 Needle Point Pen by Sanford is a Versatile, Inexpensive Writing InstrumentFinding reliable, inexpensive writing instruments that actually encourage use are a valued tool for creative and practical minds. -
Rush Limbaugh is the Professional Wrestler of Political CommentaryConservative media heavyweight Rush Limbaugh has a personality similar to professional wrestling heroes who thrive on the theater--not reality-- of the fight as they deliver a vicarious need for victory that pleases his fans.
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Should You Order Taco Bell Items with a Spanish Accent?The Taco Bell restaurant chain invented its own new language that neither English or Spanish. It's not even Spanglish. It's Taco Talk. It must be up to us to decipher how to pronounce the spoonforkish names they've created for their menu items.
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Debate Over Same Sex Marriage: New Terms for a War of WordsTerms used to describe homosexuality and same gender relationships have become too polarizing to be useful making rational decisions about civil rights for gay, lesbian and transgender individuals
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The Echelon Effect: How Doing Good in Business Can Benefit EveryoneCyclists riding into an angled headwind often form what is called an echelon to take advantage of the draft and the "wind shadow" created by the riders ahead of them. This same principle holds true in business as well.
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National Day of Prayer is May 7, 2009Behind the nationalistic version of Christian faith typically linked with events like the National Day of Prayer chaired by Shirley lurks the real Christian faith, one that looks nothing like the America most conservatives claim to support. -
A Work of Heart Easter VideoIn preparation for Easter Services, artist Christopher Cudworth produced an Easter painting that shows how the work was produced. The video will be shown with live accompaniment by the Praise Band. In this version the music of Van Morrison is featured.
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How Post-Modern Conservatism Bankrupted Its Own IdeologyStarting with the Reagan administration, conservatism has depicted itself as a morally superior ideology even as it has carried out immoral and illegal actions to grab power and assert its authority on the United States and the world,. -
Is the Bible Ever Wrong?Using clear scriptural examples, the author suggests that if we already take some passages of the Bible contextually (like those on slavery) then we should be alert to other opportunities for enlightenment based on the advancement of culture as well. -
Barack Obama and BasketballSport has long been considered a good measure of character. We can find significance in both the love of basketball and the manner in which Barack Obama seems to embrace the best parts of the game.
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Of People, Prairie Fires and Primeval InstinctsIn spring prairie fires enact a ritual conducted by human beings for thousands of years. There is a part of us that simply loves a good fire. -
Natasha Richardson and the Curious Nature of Thespian MortalityFamous actors and actresses become merged with the characters they play, thereby giving up a bit of themselves in the process. Are we really grieving the actor or the part they played when someone famous passes away?
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Making America's Roads Safer for CyclistsIn the last decade 5000 bicycle riders have been killed and 350,000 were injured due in bicycle collisions with motor vehicles. It's time for some change. -
New Names for the Religious RightA new wave of conservative Christian leaders has recognized the negative connotations of the term "Religious Right," but the problems go deeper than the surface problem of a name, stemming instead from the core ideology instead -
Run Your Best 5K or 10k Race This YearUsing the extremes of distance (marathoner) and pace (miler) as models for your body and mind, can achieve better times at middle distances by building endurance -
Improve Your SpellingEven intelligent people can be bad spellers. But poor spelling makes a poor impression in correspondence. Here are some simple ways to improve the process of writing. -
The Other Lesson of Charles DarwinCharles Darwin is best known for his book On the Origin of Species that explained the theory of evolution. The fact that he published at age 50 is a sign that mature minds are also capable of our most valuable, racial insights. -
Regrets in LifeIf you were lying on your deathbed thinking about how you spent your life, would there be things you'd change? Time spent commuting? Working on a computer? Time spent masturbating? Here's a few things to consider.
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Is America the New Babylon?Some moralists claim that America is a New Babylon headed for a fall and in need of religious revival. But what we may really need is a sense of humor and a dose of perspective to recognize our true place in history. -
Educational Technology at a Crossroads in AmericaAmerica's continuing debate over investment in education and especially educational technology reflects an ongoing struggle over national identity. -
Birding: Crossbills and Redpolls Take Up Winter ResidenceWhite-winged Crossbills, Red Crossbills and Redpolls are prevalent in northern states -
Anti-Aging For Men: How to Avoid Looking Unnecessarily Old After Age 40Men sometimes do desperate things to make themselves appear younger. But it's also the things they forget to do that can make men appear unnecessarily old. -
Global Warming and Evolution: A Relationship ExplainedThere seems to be about the same number of people who do not believe in man-made global warming as there are people who refuse to accept the theory of evolution. The two may be connected. -
The Cedar Chest: A Valentine's PoemA cedar chest full of keepsakes and memories from raising children together serves as a metaphor for love and marriage. -
PMA '08: Writing for AC is like Running a Race Every DayAcceptance of award for Top Article on Associated Content 2008 for "Coping with a Cancer Diagnosis: Getting Past the Fear to Live a Purposeful Life." -
Sales Calls Gone Wrong: The Flop Sweat FactorEvery sales call is an opportunity to learn. Some learning experiences are more painful than others. In almost every case, preparation is key.
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5 True Stories that Could Make Episodes of "The Office"The mascot suit that almost killed me. Nipples that throw two-foot shadows. A real life time warp. All this and more really happened in the real life office where I worked. -
Lance Armstrong Returns to Professional CyclingLance Armstrong's return to professional cycling differs from many other sporting comebacks. Armstrong has a greater mission in promoting his cancer research foundation, making it both a sport and human interest story. -
Sales Calls that Go RightWhen selling a sponsorship for a poster project, the key to success was making the pitch and then shutting up to wait for the potential client to make the next move. -
Sale Calls Gone Wrong: Presidential "Pardon Me"When the President of an ad agency puts together a "stealth" presentation it upsets the pitch team and the client. -
New Uses for Evolution If the Creationists Win the DebateAs the saying goes, if life gives you lemons, make lemonade. That's what we'll need to do with evolution if its teaching is banned in academic and science in America. Here are a few practical suggestions.
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Andrew Wyeth: Portrait of GeniusThe significance of Andrew Wyeth as a painter of places and people draws many imitators. Few approach his depth of vision. -
Running Safely in Cold WeatherWith more than 30 years of experience running in northern climates, the author actually learned to love running in cold weather. Here are hot tips on how to be cozy when it gets below 20 degrees outside. -
Mistakes Made in Sales Calls: What You Can LearnPaying attention to client objectives and instructions is one of the keys to making successful sales calls.
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The Evangelical Instinct: Define. Indoctrinate. Defend.The evangelical faith tradition uses three key methods to attract and secure belief. -
Thankful Versus Driven: Balancing Faith and GoalsThe Bible tells that God expects people to act while at the same time respecting what they have and be thankful. It's a fine balance that is not easy to maintain.
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How to Survive the FluGetting through a case of the flu is often a case of accepting what you are about to go through, and preparing for it. That includes everything from the right kind of toilet paper to having a wastebasket in which to throw up. Here's how to handle it. -
The True Value of Local Hardware StoresOur changing economy impacts hardware chain stores and has eradicated not only smaller or family-owned stores, but smaller corporate players as well -
How to be a Gardener all Your LifeThose of us who live with gardeners know it is the most important thing in their lives. -
Success: It All Starts with the Sock DrawerOrganizing your sock drawer may seem mundane, but it may be the foundation for success in big time achievers like Michael Johnson and Lance Armstrong.
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Pop Tarts: !he Indispensable Food for AmericaWhat does it tell us that Wal-Mart customer stocks up on Pop Tarts before major hurricanes? -
America's Love Affair with Big Vehicles Flips a Middle Finger at the WorldSport Utility Vehicles and other oversized, over-styled vehicles have been America's way to say "F-U" to the rest of the world. -
Shopping for HandbagsWhen a wife asks a husband to join her in seeking out a handbag for a daughter, a whole new world is opened up.
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How to Shop for Running ShoesShopping for running shoes comes down to three options: buy locally, buy from a retail chain or buy online. -
How the Newspaper Industry Struck Out at the PlateShifting revenue streams, loss of paid circulation and missing the Social Media curve add up to three strikes for the newspaper industry
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Dick Cheney to Become the First Human Nuclear Fuel RodAfter 8 years of Dark Energy policy in Washington, outgoing Vice President Dick Cheney is set to become the first ever human nuclear fuel rod serving reactors across the country -
Snow AngelOn a snowy evening, a prayer answered came in a surprising bundle.
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Playtime at School: A Parent's PerspectiveStudies show that playtime is an important part of helping children grow up healthy and well-adjusted -
Blagojevich, Bush and the Boy Emperor's Little Black RockWhether it is the supposed "mandate" George W. Bush saw following the close 2004 election or the seemingly oblivious manner in which Rod Blagojevich supposes the state of Illinois still wants his services, it is selfish delusion that makes it possible
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The Lord's Prayer: Logic of the InfiniteA phrase by phrase explanation of how the Lord's prayer reconciles faith to modern life.
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Christians Need to Revise Their Notion of America as a Christian NationAmerica's Constitution clearly protects the civil and religious rights of all Americans, not just Christians. -
How to Be a Better Youth Sports CoachBeing a good youth sports coach is a matter of being prepared and having the right perspective. The author has been a paid, volunteer and parent coach for boys and girls sports such as track & field, basketball, elementary gym, recreation and soccer. -
Understanding ACL Tears, Repairs and Injury PreventionACL injuries can be fixed. Then it takes work to make your knee whole again. -
Vocus Public Relations Software Brings the Media World to Your DoorUsing Vocus Public Relations software can open up new vistas for companies seeking to promote themselves. Small companies can get the power of big time resources and become "players" in the media game.
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The International Need to Get NakedFace it folks. People like to look at other people naked. And a lot of people like getting naked. Here's the naked truth on nakedness. -
Unemployment, the Judas Economy and Corporation NationUnemployment. Hurts, don't it? I've been there. Just a year ago. I landed a job for a lot less money.
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Handwriting Analysis: All You Need to KnowHandwriting is a discipline and ultimately a sign of your mental state. The seemingly lost art of good handwriting is gone for a reason. We're all in too much of a hurry to do everything. -
Home Improvement: A Euphemism for "I Didn't Wreck Anything."In 20+ years of home ownership, the author has learned to be inventive. -
Creation Versus Evolution Gets a New TwistCreationism wrestles with the truth of the Bible in its fight against evolution and modern science
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The Blagojevich Rules: Pay to Play in IllinoisIllinois Governor Rod Blagojevich was arrested at his own home at 6 a.m. by federal agents armed with a warrant issued by US Attorney General Patrick Fitzgerald -
Confessions of a Graphic ArtistPeople who learned traditional or classic graphic design 20 to 30 years ago don't miss much of the process. -
Is There Really Such Thing as a "Thinking Cap?"Is it good mental health when people seem too preoccupied to slow down and think about things? -
George W. Bush to Become Waco County Dog CatcherIn a recent interview with ABC's World news, Bush did not let on to his post-presidential plans. This reporter found out the "truth"
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Endangered Species Act at RiskThe Bush Administration has rushed forward plans to gut key elements of laws protecting Endangered Species. The last minute nature of this effort smacks of political vengeance toward some of Bush's key detractors: Environmentalists. -
How It's Made: What it MeansCable show "How It's Made" reveals a point in human evolution where the objects we create have become potent symbols of our development. -
America's Gun AddictionThe language and behavior of gun owners who fear their Second Amendment rights will be taken away show classic signs of addiction -
A Prayer for Paul HarveyCommentator Paul Harvey is famous for his conservative messages that play on the sentiment of Christians nationwide. A recent message shows how out of touch Paul Harvey has become with true Christianity and the real America. -
Rush Limbaugh Denies There is Hunger in AmericaRush Limbaugh twisted the facts about hunger in America, claiming that the greater number of Americans earning more than $100,000 a year and the childhood obesity epidemic are signs that no American can claim to be legitimately hungry -
Burnie Babies and Other Adventures Raising KidsThe things parents find out about their kids long after they're grown up -
International Whaling Laws Are a FarceThe book Harpoon by Andrew Darby and the recent Animal Planet show "Whale Wars" document the farce of international whaling laws. A visit to the web site of the International Whaling Commission shows a patent disclaimer to its own authority. -
Progressive Talk Radio Fights BackProgressive talk radio has evolved from liberal complaint to sophisticated opinion shaper. -
How Progressive Talk Radio Assistsed Obama's VictoryThe political scale has been balanced as sophisticated Progressive radio show hosts learn to counter right wing propaganda on the airwaves.
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This Here BibleIn simple, confined prose, the author defines how the Bible operates in the lives of those who read it properly. -
Physical Therapy: First Point of Contact for AthletesPhysical therapy is too often considered by the medical community and insurance to be an "added" expense to treatment for sports injuries. In fact, physical therapy is crucial for a return to good health and sports performance. -
Birding in the Internet Age35 years ago the Internet did not exist and birdwatchers were a largely solitary minority. The internet and the growth of birding as a recreational activity has helped transform the activity into a sometimes white hot pursuit of rare species. -
What Golf and Pornography Have in CommonBoth golf and pornography thrive on exaggerations of nature. -
A Prayer AnsweredLimerick Contest: Anti-McCain category
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How to Pay for College: Problems and Misinformation About Saving For A Child's EducationSending one's child to the second most expensive institution in the country is an education in itself.
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Give Your Prostate a Caffeine BreakCaffeine and ingredients in some cold medicines are known to cause enlargement of the prostate gland in men.
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The Retail Whine Over Consumer Christmas SpendingSomehow the media always plays along with retailer complaints that consumers aren't spending enough each holiday season. -
Does Anyone Really Make an Honest Living?The scale of ethics abuse in the recent financial scandals begs the question: Why? Greed is blamed, but greed is not the only reason business scandals take place. People are much more creative than that. -
Sarah Palin and Religion in PoliticsSarah Palin's candidacy for Vice President represents a leapfrog effect for creationism as an ideology in the United States. This article debunks creationism and biblical literalism at its biblical source.
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Is Running Marathons Really the Ultimate Running Experience?Every year millions of people commit to running a marathon. Many consider the marathon the ultimate running experience. In this article a committed, accomplished runner looks at the benefits and costs of running marathons, and whether you should be "a marathoner." -
The Religious Right Has Always Been WrongThe Religious Right and evangelicals lays claim to true authority on Bible scholarship. The Bible actually tells a different story than the belief system derived from biblical literalism and the fundamentalist worldview it generates -
6 Simple "Anywhere" Exercises to Keep Yourself FitPeople who lead busy lives or who travel and can't make it to a gym still need to maintain fitness. These six simple exercises performed on a regular basic give you a "whole body" workout in a short amount of time without weights, machines or expense -
Coping with a Cancer DiagnosisWhat to do when you or a person you know is diagnosed with cancer. Perspective and advice for both patients and caregivers on how to work with doctors and nurses. How to help or get help for a cancer patient.
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Indie Music: Why it Matters to EveryoneThe Indie music scene grows through MySpace, but an increasing number of bands may be making mainstream noise, and deservedly so. In this article, a Baby Boomer shares an appreciation for for the music and the kids making it. -
How to Buy the Bicycle Meant for YouHelpful hints on identifying goals and equipment in cycling for recreational and serious rides