Dan Rackley
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Life in a Small Town #1Beginning of a series of columns that describes in a lighthearted, humorous way growing up in a small town in Michigan
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Life in a Small Town #2Discussing the phenomenon that most folks where I grew up seem to have a story about meeting rock icon Bob Seger.
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9/11 from a Sailor's PerspectiveI'm no hero. I'm not by any means what one could call a major player in the events that unfolded on September 11, 2001. Like anybody who was in the military at the time of the attacks, I was merely a cog in a machine. -
The Greatest Lights the TorchBrief column discussing my favorite Olympic moment of all time.
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How One Veteran Feels About the Fourth of JulyColumn discussing the 4th of July from the perspective of a military veteran.
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Tips for Getting Out of the MilitaryA brief guide of some things you need to keep in mind as you prepare yourself to leave active duty military service.
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4th of July MemoriesArticle talking about a Fourth Of July Memory I had of one year when an uncle tried to get a little too inventive with his fireworks display.
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Pennsylvania Animal Cruelty Case Enough to Turn Anyone's StomachColumn discussing the most recent episode of a case of animal cruelty in Pennsylvania.
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Prime Minister Loses Kid in Pub, Gains Egg on FaceColumn discussing the incident where the Prime Minister of Great Britain accidentally left his daughter in a pub.
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Need for Military Intervention in Syria Increasingly ClearerColumn discussing the recent incident where UN officials were fired upon in Syria and how it adds to the list of reasons for the need for military intervention in that country by outside bodies.
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Texting While Driving Conviction Should Be Big Wakeup CallColumn discussing the first conviction of motor vehicle homicide under Massachusetts texting while driving law.
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YouTuber's Dime Store Guide to Doing a YouTube SeriesBrief article discussing a couple of tips that will make your web series a series a success.
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After Recent Drone Strike, Al-Qaida Might Be Falling Hard and FastColumn discussing the recent drone strike that killed the number two man in the al-Qaida terrorist organization.
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Walker Victory Might Be Harbinger of Things to ComeColumn discussing the victory in the Wisconsin recall election of Governor Scott Walker.
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Syria Cannot Be Left to Have Its WayColumn discussing the expulsion of foreign diplomats from Syria and its government allowing UN relief aid at the same time.
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Zimmerman Should Be Denied Bail Until Trial is OverColumn discussing the controversy that resulted in the revocation of George Zimmerman's bail.
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What Russia's Role in the Syrian Situation Should BeColumn discussing the importance of Russia's position on the ousting of the Assad regime in Syria.
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NYC Should Let Soda Ban Fizzle OutColumn discussing the proposal by New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg to curb the sale of sugary drinks over 16 ounces.
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Military Action Might Be Needed in SyriaColumn discussing the recent attacks on civilians in Syria and the response of the world and how it is not enough to deter what is happening.
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After FAMU Incident, Quest for Respect Shouldn't Lead to HazingColumn briefly discussing the hazing epidemic in the United States and the hazing incident involving a Florida college band.
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The Birther Issue Needs to Go AwayColumn discussing flareups of discussing over the validity of President Obama's American citizenship.
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Pakistan Suffering from Egg on Face After Sentencing DoctorColumn discussing the news that a tribal court in Pakistan sentencing a doctor that aided in the capture of Osama Bin Laden to a thirty three year long prison term.
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Iran Nuclear Probe Deal Might Not Be SincereColumn discussing whether the deal brokered to allow UN officials to inspect Iranian nuclear facilities really shows any want by the nation to exhibit peaceful behavior.
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Afghan War Will Never Truly Be OverColumn discussing the recent announcement by President Obama that the United States will be completely out of Afghanistan by 2014 and how the war will never truely be over as long as American dollars are funding the Afghan military.
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Do Your Research Before Enlisting in the MilitaryThis is an article that gives some insight as to some of the things you should do and consider when joining the military. We'll also provide tips on having a backup plan and what you should be aware of before you enlist.
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Examining the Newt Gingrich Campaign DebtColumn discussing the report by the Federal Election Commission that detailed debt incurred by the Newt Gingrich presidential campaign.
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Trayvon Martin Police Report May Not Make Things ClearerColumn talking about the release of documents regarding the Trayvon Martin shooting.
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Romney Takes High Road Against Obama Attack AdsColumn discussing the attack ads that were to be produced and financed by a conservative political group and how Mitt Romney is washing his hands of any association with them.
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Google in Hot Water with IranColumn discussing the situation where Iran is threatening legal action against Google for not properly labeling the Persian Gulf on its mapping service.
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Iran Defying Weapons Export Sanctions Make Country Look HorribleColumn discussing the released report that shipments of weapons have been crossing over from Iran into Syria.
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China Should Continue to Do Right by ChenColumn discussing the news that a Chinese activist has been allowed to leave China and how the country should leave his family alone.
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Ron Paul Could Be Spoiler for GOPColumn discussing the "scaling back" of Ron Paul's presidential bid and how this may affect the GOP's chances against Obama.
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Being Against Gay Rights Should Not Be GOP Rallying Pointcolumn discussing the issue of gay rights and how the topic should not be a rallying point for the Republican Party.
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Reasons Why Facebook Co-Founder Renounced American CitizenshipColumn discussing the possible reasons why one of the founder of Facebook is renouncing his American citizenship and moving to Singapore.
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Common Sense at Work: Toddler on No-Fly ListColumn discussing the incident where a JetBlue computer glitch caused a toddler to show up on the TSA no fly list.
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Obama Brings Gay Marriage Issue to Center StageColumn discussing the announcement by President Obama that he supports gay marriage.
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Obama Dealing with a West Virginia Felon CandidateColumn discussing the running of a man in the West Virginia primary that is currently serving a lengthy prison term in Texas.
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Ron Paul's Stubbornness Might Hurt GOP Against ObamaColumn discussing how Ron Paul's refusal to bow out of the GOP presidential race may cost the party the election in November.
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U.S. Will Negotiate with Terrorists After AllColumn discussing the events surrounding the release of members of the Taliban from NATO custody.
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The Right Course in the Case of Chinese DissidentColumn discussing what the right thing to do would be in the case of the blind Chinese activist that sought refuge in the U.S. Embassy earlier in the week.
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Could Gingrich's Support of Romney Be Thanks for Debt Relief Assistance?Column discussing the eventual suspension of Newt Gingrich's presidential campaign and if the support he will throw behind Mitt Romney is due to Romney helping him get some debt paid off.
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UN's Syria Plan B: There Isn't One, UnfortunatelyColumn discussing the cease fire agreement between Syria and the United Nations and what happens if Syria doesn't hold up its end of the bargain.
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Ted Nugent's Free Speech Isn't Just a Right -- It's a ResponsibilityColumn discussing how the Secret Service has apparently concluded that recent statements Ted Nugent made about the president were not a threat and how the statement didn't exactly help matters either.
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No Surprise: Syria Backs Off Cease-Fire BargainColumn discussing how the Assad government in Syria is not holding up its end of the cease fire agreement with the United Nations.
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Photo Leak of Afghan Body Desecration Will Harm SecurityColumn discussing the news that photos were leaked of an incident where American troops posed for pictures with the dead bodies of Afghan insurgents.
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Ted Nugent's Statements Get Him into Hot WaterColumn discussing some recent statements made by Ted Nugent that have been construed as threats against President Obama
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Arresting 6-Year-Old Was Out of LineColumn discussing the overreaction by police that resulted in a six year old girl being arrested following an incident at a Georgia school.
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Obama's Helping of Veterans Helps His Chances in NovemberColumn discussing why the steps President Obama has taken to aid the American military veteran has gotten my vote in the November election over Mitt Romney.
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Afghanistan Doesn't Seem Safe 10 Years LaterColumn discussing the announcement of the forthcoming of the last American offensive in Afghanistan.
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The Hurdles of Romney's One-Man ShowColumn discussing some of the issues that Mitt Romney now has to face as the unofficial nominee of the Republican Party.
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Accused Norway Murderer Makes Mockery of Court with Self Defense PleaColumn discussing the man charged with the killing of over seventy people at a youth camp claiming it was self defense, and how he is making a mockery of the crime and the court that is trying him.
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Man Seen Stealing from Firefighter Benefit is as Low as One Can GetColumn discussing the recent news that a man was shown on video taking what is believed to be items that were to be auctioned off at a benefit to raise money for fallen Philadelphia firefighters.
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Gingrich Flips, Then Flops on Supporting Mitt RomneyColumn discussing the recent statements made by Newt Gingrich that Fox News was giving Mitt Romney preferential treatment in coverage.
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George Zimmerman Arrested: What Happens Now?Column discussing the arrest of George Zimmerman on charges of second degree murder in the shooting death of Trayvon Martin.
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George Zimmerman Should Reconcile with Legal TeamColumn discussing the news that George Zimmerman's legal team has removed themselves from his service and why he should do everything in his power to get them back.
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No Shame in Santorum Quitting RaceColumn discussing the recent news that Rick Santorum has suspended his campaign for the GOP presidential nomination.
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Gingrich's Half-Endorsement of Romney Is Good Political MoveColumn discussing how the quasi endorsement of Mitt Romney by Newt Gingrich may be the best move for him politically.
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Santorum Should Be Given Wide Berth While Daughter RecoversColumn discussing the news that Rick Santorum's daughter is once again in the hospital and how people who intent to discredit him should back off of him for the time being.
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School's Lyric Changes to 'God Bless the USA' May Have Gone Too FarColumn discussing the changing of the lyrics of a popular patriotic song to conform to separation of church and state regulations and the outrage over it.
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Onslaught of Trayvon Martin Shooting Information Complicates CaseColumn discussing new imformation in the Trayvon Martin shooting death.
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Marine Gary Stein Will Be Dismissed for Anti-Obama Statements; Why He's WrongColumn discussing the recent news that a Marine sergeant has been recommended a dismissal following an investigation and review board into statements he made regarding President Obama
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Would Connecticut Capital Punishment Repeal Signal Death Knell?With the advent of DNA evidence being used to overturn death penalty convictions, more and more we are hearing of stories of people on death row saved at the last minute by DNA evidence.
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Syrian Cease-Fire Seems Like Half-Hearted AgreementColumn discussing the looming ceasefire between the Syrian government and activists and how the Assad government may not be taking it seriously.
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Rick Santorum: Rallying the Charge or Manning the Life Boats?Column discussing the recent results of the latest batch of GOP primaries and what's next for Rick Santorum.
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In Defense of Ron PaulColumn discussing the recent news that GOP candidate Ron Paul may not endorse whoever becomes the Republican Presidential nominee.
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Iran's Uproar Over Ninja Story Flimsy Excuse to Remove JournalistsColumn discussing the recent revocation of the press credentials of Reuters employees in Iran following a mistake in a story depicting Iranian female ninjas.
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The Bad Things Coming Out of the Trayvon Martin TragedyColumn discussing some of the more potentially unethical things stemming from the Trayvon Martin shooting death.
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GOP Primary: Now a Fight for Second PlaceColumn discussing the more recent news and events of the GOP primary.
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Rick Santorum Takes Hypocritical Oath to Back RomneyColumn discussing some of the recent comments made by Rick Santorum concerning Mitt Romney, then claiming that he would serve as his Vice President.
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U.N./Syria Agreement is like Bargaining with a ThiefColumn discussing the recent proposal of a six point plan to bring peace to Syria.
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In Frustration, Santorum 'Backs' ObamaColumn discussing some of the latest comments by GOP hopeful Rick Santorum
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Marine Sergeant Wrong for Refusing to Follow Presidential OrderColumn discussing the case of marine sergeant Gary Stein and how he may be discharged for making public statements stating he would refuse certain orders from President Obama.
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Etch A Sketch Brings GOP Campaign to New LowColumn discussing the recent comment made by a Romney campaign staffer concerning the candidate's political stance and the relation to a popular children's toy.
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Trayvon Martin 'Stand Your Ground' Tragedy Can Elicit Good ChangesThe recent shooting death of Trayvon may bring about quite a few needed changes.
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Self-Defense Needs to Be Redefined in FloridaColumn discussing the shooting death of Trayvon Martin and how the alleged shooter is claiming self defense.Also published on:
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Santorum Spinning His Wheels After Illinois DefeatColumn discussing the results of the Illinois GOP primary and how the end may be near for Rick Santorum.Also published on:
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Santorum Continues to Stick Foot in his MouthColumn discussing the latest comment by Rick Santorum at a campaign rally in which he said he didn't care about the nation's unemployment rate.
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TSA Does it Again -- Screening a Toddler in WheelchairColumn discussing the latest overbearing incident involving the TSA's screening of a three year old boy in a wheelchair in 2010.
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Brokered Convention is GOP's Worst-Case ScenarioColumn discussing the statement made recently by Rick Santorum that the GOP is moving closer to a brokered convention.
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Military Could Have Kept Afghan Shooting from HappeningColumn discussing more of the story surrounding the alleged shooting of Afghan civilians by an american soldier now identified as Robert Bales
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Santorum's Crusade to Alienate More VotersColumn discussing the recent statement by Rick Santorum that Puerto Rico needs to adopt English as its official language to become a state.
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Florida Obama Flag, Once Flying High, Thankfully Taken DownColumn discussing the controversy surrounding a mockup of the American Flag depicting President Obama flying outside a Florida Democratic Party Headquarters building.
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Staying the Course Not the Right Decision in AfghanistanColumn discussing the recent events involving the United States in Afghanistan.
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Republican Primaries: No Desperate End in SightColumn discussing the latest batch of GOP primaries.
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Deaths of Afghan Civilians Could Have Been PreventedColumn discussing the killing of over a dozen Afghan civilians and how it could have been prevented, and how no side should take advantage of it.
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Being Perfectly Fair About the Limbaugh-Maher ControversyColumn discussing the derogatory comments both Bill Maher and Rush Limbaugh have made towards women and if candidates running for office should accept donations from them
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GOP's Schoolyard-Like Bickering Is Helping ObamaColumn discussing the back and forth cheap shots taken by members of the GOP against each other in the race to the Republican nomination.
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Lottery Winners Taking State Aid: Selfishness of a Higher OrderColumn discussing the news that a woman in Michigan that won a hefty prize in a state lottery had still been receiving state aid until recently.
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Deciding Between Rush Limbaugh and a Song About a ShipwreckColumn talking about an incident where the only reason I listened to an episode of Rush Limbaugh's radio show is because I had literally no other options.
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Pennsylvania's Texting While Driving Ban Does Not Go Far EnoughColumn discussing the now in effect ban on texting while driving in Pennsylvani and how it has undermined several local cell phone related laws in the state.
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The Rush to Rush Away from Rush LimbaughColumn discussing the fallout from conservative radio host Rush Limbaugh's recent statements towards Sandra Fluke.
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Super Tuesday -- The Decathlon of PoliticsColumn discussing the multiple primaries being held in the United States for the eventual Republican Presidential nomination.
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Iran Finally Doing Itself a Favor or TwoColumn discussing recent news stemming from Iran that may open up better diplomatic relations.
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Rick Santorum's Crying WolfColumn discussing how a slight change in the results of the Michigan primary have got Rick Santorum crying foul that people are conspiring against him.
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North Korea Takes Big Diplomatic StepColumn discussing North Korea's recent announcement that the country is going to suspend all operations at a major nuclear facility.
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Romney Not Out, but Not in EitherColumn discussing the recent results of the Arizona and Michigan primaries.
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Taliban's Want of Peace is a FabricationColumn discussing the recent claim of responsibility by the Taliban of attacks on American forces in reponse to the burning of the Koran.
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Mitt Romney's Miscues Will Re-Elect ObamaColumn discussing the recent missteps made by the Romney campaign.
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Russian Politics Not Far Off from American PoliticsColumn discussing the recent report that Vladimir Putin paid people to attend a campaign rally, and the similarities of this and some American campaign practices.
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After Journalists Killed in Syria, Time for World to Step InColumn discussing the recent news that two Western journalists were killed in Syria.
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Religion of a Politician Doesn't Mean a ThingColumn discussing the epidemic of politicians consistently bringing up religion.
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GOP Voters Too Split to See Clear WinnerColumn discussing the thought that because of the back and forth nature of the GOP primaries, the Republicans are assuring Obama reelection.
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Iran Isn't Doing Itself Any Favors with Recent DeclarationColumn discussing the recent declaration by Iran that it would launch preemptive strikes against nations that it believes are trying to harm national interests.
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Limits on Electronics Use in Cars Is Safe ThinkingColumn discussing a proposal to limit the distraction risk of electronic devices in automobiles.
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Rick Santorum vs. the Female American VoterColumn discussing how some of Rick Santorum's stances on certain issues may affect his popularity with female voters.
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U.N. Sanctions Against Syria Needed UrgentlyColumn discussing the recent news that the United Nations is preparing to pass a resolution condemning the actions of the Assad regime in Syria.
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Santorum Scoring Points by Releasing Tax ReturnsColumn discussing Rick Santorum releasing his tax returns to the public and how he pays more than other candidates despite his income being significantly less.
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Iran Might Have Started New Cold WarColumn discussing the recent news that Iran now has the ability to produce nuclear materials.
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Why the Taliban is Nervous About Peace TalksColumn discussing the reasons why the Taliban may be making unreasonable demands for potential peace talks.
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Rick Santorum's Intolerance LevelColumn discussing the recent clash between Rick Santorum supporters and members of the Occupy movement at a campaign rally.
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Focus is on Philadelphia Mayor as Murder Rate SoarsColumn discussing the recent news that Philadelphia has one of the highest per capita murder rates in the United States.
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Calling Yourself Severely Conservative is Overdoing ItColumn discussing the infighting between the GOP candidates over how conservative they are.
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Should the Church Pay for the Pill?Column discussing the recent controversy surrounding the bill that would have required religious organizations to provide birth control pills and contraceptives to employees.
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Should Changes Be Made to Sandusky House Arrest?Column discussing the proposed changes to the bail conditions for former Penn State coach Jerry Sandusky.
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Syrians May Not Have to Wait Long for HelpColumn discussing the violence in Syria and how the potential of U.S. involvement.
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Philadelphia Day Care Death Could Have Been PreventedColumn discussing the recent death of an infant in an unlicensed day care center in Philadelphia.
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Gun Control Should Carry Over to the InternetColumn discussing the problem of people being able to buy guns online without a background check.
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Tuesday's Voting Results Were SurprisingColumn discussing the Tuesday caucus results and what it means for the GOP.
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Do the Remaining Primaries Really Matter?Column discussing the caucuses that are being held on Feb 7 and if those and the remaining primaries really matter in picking a GOP candidate.
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Proposition 8 Deemed Unconstitutional -- What's the Next Step?Column discussing the recent ruling by a US Court that the controversial Proposition 8 was unconstitutional.
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Would Third-Party Run Be Best Bet for Ron Paul?Column discussing Ron Paul's third place showing in the Nevada Caucus and how an independent run might be the best thing for his chances of becoming president.
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How Campaign Goofs Expose Candidates' Lack of AttentionColumn talking about how the verbal flubs by some of the GOP candidates may show how little their fingers are actually on the pulse of the American voter.
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Donald Trump's Romney Endorsement May Not Be SincereColumn discussing how Donald Trump's endorsement of GOP candidate Mitt Romney may have some ulterior motives behind it.
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Occupy Needs to Dial it Down a BitColumn discussing the recent events of the Occupy movement and why none of the group's actions are doing anything to further the cause.
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Philly Mayor's $20,000 Bounty: Did it Have to Come to This?Column discussing the mayor of Philadelphia increasing the reward for information leading to murder arrest to twenty thousand dollars.
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Some State of the Union Reactions Are Just GoofyColumn examining the State of the Union Address and some of the reactions by Obama's potential opponents in the 2012 election.Also published on: -
Was it Wise to Announce SEALs Freed Hostages?Column debating the wiseness of the United States government announcing that the SEAL team that killed Osama Bin Laden freed two hostages in Somalia.
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No Shame in Giffords ResignationColumn discussing the impending resignation of Congresswoman Gabby Giffords, nearly one year after the brutal shooting that almost killed her.
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Is Westboro Baptist Church Crazy to Protest Paterno Funeral?Column discussing the death of Penn State football coach Joe Paterno and the plans of the Westboro Baptist Church to protest his funeral.
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Is Cain Wise Choice for Tea Party Rebuttal?Column discussing the Tea Party's decision to make Herman Cain their choice for delivering their rebuttal to Obama's State of the Union address.Also published on:
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Rick Perry Fizzled So FastColumn discussing the recent news that Rick Perry has dropped out of the GOP race.Also published on:
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Wednesday Is Blackout Day on the InternetColumn discussing the number of websites that are blacking themselves out voluntarily in protest of the SOPA and PIPA bills in Congress.
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Why the GOP Nomination Will Be Down to Paul or RomneyColumn discussing the points of his presidential campaign where Ron Paul has been a success.Also published on:
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Why the SOPA and PIPA Bills Are a Bad Thing for YouColumn discussing why the passing of the SOPA and PIPA bills in Congress are a bad deal for everyone.
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Marines Urinating on Taliban: Disgusting Act Will Spur TalibanColumn discussing the video that surfaced recently of Marines urinating on the corpses of what was said to be members of the Taliban.
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Is Second Place a Good Spot for Ron Paul?Column discussing Ron Paul's repeat of a second place finish in a primary election or state caucus.Also published on:
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In Defense of Mitt Romneycolumn discussing GOP hopeful Mitt Romney's recent comment about firing people that was taken horribly out of context.
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Paul vs. Santorum: Is New Hampshire Where Battle Ends?Column discussing the verbal sparring between Rick Santorum and Ron Paul; and if the New Hampshire primary will be the end of the road for one of them.
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Ron Paul May Be Right on Gingrich DefermentColumn discussing the debate between Ron Paul and Newt Gingrich. Specifically, the labeling of Gingrich by Paul of being a chicken hawk due to Newt receiving a deferment during the Vietnam War.Also published on:
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Ron Paul Rally Gets Soldier in Hot WaterColumn discussing the recent event at a Ron Paul campaign rally where a soldier shared the stage with Paul, in uniform.Also published on:
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Afghan President Wants United States to Talk to Taliban; Seriously?Column discussing the push by Afghan President Kamid Karzai and what might be the reasoning behind it.
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Pentagon Announces Military Cutback Plan; Don't Hold Your BreathColumn discussing the Pentagon's proposal to cut troop numbers and defense spending and how this might be an election year move by Obama to garner voter support.Also published on:
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Philadelphia's Wreck Locals -- Not Exactly GeniusesColumn discussing the group that calls themselves Wreck Locals and their spree of vandalism in Philadelphia which they videotaped, and subsequently posted to YouTube
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Bachmann Suspends Campaign After Horrific Iowa ShowingColumn discussing the suspension of Michele Bachmann's presidential campaign.Also published on:
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Iran Threatens U.S. -- A Lot of Blowing SmokeColumn discussing the recent threat by the nation of Iran to the United States to keep it's naval vessels out of the region.
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Rick Santorum -- Not Liberal by Any Stretch of ImaginationColumn discussing GOP candidate Rick Santorum and why he may not be as liberal as some claim him to be.
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Congress Agrees on Payroll Tax; It's About TimeColumn discussing the very recent news that Congress has finally come to an agreement on the payroll tax extension.Also published on:
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Trumps Goes After Barney Frank: Another Reason He May Not Be a Good CandidateColumn discussing the recent comment by Donald Trump concerning Congressman Barney Frank's choice of wardrobe while in Congress this week.Also published on:
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Chicago Child Abuse Case Could Have Been Stopped by Common SenseColumn discussing the news that a Chicago man is being charged with domestic battery after a photo of his daughter taped up surfaced online
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GOP Needs to Realize Who is Hurt in Tax DebateColumn discussing the debate between Republicans and Democrats over the extension of the payroll tax cut.Also published on:
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Church and State Case Goes Too Far With Santa BarredColumn discussing the controversy surrounding the Saugus, Mass fire department almost being banned from handing out coloring books dressed up as Santa at an elementary school.
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Kim Jong Il's Death -- Do Not Expect Korean WinterColumn discussing the death of the North Korean dictator and how it will probably not lead to protests over government reform in that nation.
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Should Joe Paterno Be Charged for His Role in Scandal?Column discussing the testimony of Penn State coach Mike McQueary and if Joe Paterno should be charged with something for not going to authorities upon hearing allegations.
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Iraqi Prime Minister Woes -- Biting the Hand of the U.Scolumn discussing the refusal of members of Iraqi parliament to participate in government proceedings and the claim by the Deputy PM that the United States left Iraq with a shoddy governmentAlso published on:
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Childhood Hunger Deserves More AttentionColumn discussing the epidemic of childhood poverty and hunger in the United States.
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Legacy of the Iraq War: Conflict Born from DeceptionColumn discussing the end of the Iraq War and my opinion on what the legacy of the conflict will be.Also published on:
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Who Does One Christmas Sign in New Jersey Really Hurt?Column discussing the effort by an anti-religion activist group to get a Christmas themed sign removed from a city street in Pitman, NJ.
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Time Person of the Year Awarded to Well-Deserved RecipientsColumn discussing the decision by Time Magazine to name "The Protester" as it's Person Of the Year.
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NTSB Wants Cellphone Ban, Might Be Asking Too MuchColumn talking about the recent request by the NTSB to have states adopt stricter cell phone laws.
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Trump Pulling Out of Debate Doesn't Mean Circus is OverColumn discussing the recent announcement that Donald Trump is pulling out of his job as moderator of an upcoming GOP debate.Also published on:
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Why Occupying the Ports is Bad StrategyColumn discussing the most recent phase in the Occupy movement where protesters will be staging protests at ports along the west coast.
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Lowe's Pulls Advertising from TV Show -- Caving Into Pressure?Column discussing the recent news that Lowe's Hardware stores pulled advertising from a documentary show about Muslim Americans due to pressure from a Florida conservative group.
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Dozen Dead Pit Bulls Another Reason for Stiffer Animal Cruelty PenaltiesColumn discussing the recent news of a case of animal cruelty in Philadelphia and how it should spur legislation for harsher penalties against offenders.Also published on:
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Should Trump Debate Be Canceled for Lack of Interest?Column discussing the news that every member of the Republican Party, save for two, has declined an invite to participate in the NewsMax debate being moderated by Donald TrumpAlso published on:
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More Troop Remains Mishandled; It's DisgustingColumn discussing the recent news that more remains of American service members were mishandled than previously reported by the Air Force.
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Bill O'Reilly and His Umbrella: No Big DealColumn talking about the overblown nature of the story surrounding an incident where Bill O'Reilly's umbrella hit a man on the street with a camera.
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New Sandusky Charges -- Good Can Come from ThisColumn discussing the recent announcement of new sexual misconduct charges filed against former Penn State coach Jerry SanduskY.
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Congressman Rangel Wrong on Pushing for DraftColumn discussing the recent proclamation by Congressman Charles Rangel where he states the United States should re institute the draft.
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Elderly Strip Searched by TSA -- Overstepping Common SenseColumn discussing the recent claim that the TSA forced at least two elderly female passengers to be strip searched, revealing embarrassing medical devices.
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Cain's Endorsement May Not Be NeededColumn discussing the suspension of Herman Cain's campaign and if endorsing another GOP candidate would help the Republican Party.
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Iran Claims it Shot Down Drone -- Crying Wolf?Column discussing the claim by Iran that the country shot down a U.S. spy plane.
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Trump Hosting GOP Debate -- Circus TimeColumn discussing the announcement that Donald Trump will be hosting a debate of the GOP candidates at the end of December.
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The End for Herman Cain? Announcement SoonColumn discussing the continuing controversy surrounding Herman Cain and the myriad of sexual misconduct allegations.
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Taliban's Demands for Captured American Are RidiculousColumns discussing the recent news that the Taliban took an American businessman hostage in Pakistan.
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New Occupy Wall Street, from Tent to CubicleColumn discussing the movement of Occupy Wall Street from the streets of New York to an office building in the city's financial district.
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Ron Paul Right on NDAA BillColumn discussing the stance of Ron Paul on the National Defense Authorization Act and how the bill, if passed, would be a violation of civil rights.
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Tantrum in Tehran, British Embassy TrashedColumn discussing the recent trashing of the British embassy in Iran and how this will only worsen diplomatic relations between Iran and other country.
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Although Encampment Over, Occupy Can ContinueColumn discussing the recent removal of remaining Occupy Philly protesters from Dilworth Plaza.
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Herman Cain About To Drop Out of Race?Column discussing the most recent and detailed accusation of impropriety against presidential candidate Herman Cain.
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Ackerman Files Unemployment; Bad Case of GreedColumn discussing the recent news that former Philadelphia School Superintendent Arlene Ackerman filed for unemployment despite being given a separation package close to a million dollars.
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Stubborn Occupy Philly Protesters Not Helping MovementColumn discussing how the members of the Occupy Philly movement that refuse to leave Dilworth Plaza are not helping the movement.
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Pakistan Wrong for Pointing Finger at U.S. After NATO BombingColumn discussing that Pakistan is incorrect in pointing a finger blaming the United States for the NATO bombing that killed two dozen Pakistani soldiers.
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New Charges Against Sandusky: Enough to Lock Him Up?Column discussing the two new sexual abuse claims against Jerry Sandusky.
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Texas Judge Suspended for Beating Video; It's About TimeColumn discussing the recent suspension of Texas Judge William Adams following a video surfacing online of him beating his daughter.
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Iran Should Consider Financial Sanctions a Light SlapColumn discussing the recent financial sanctions towards Iran by three countries.
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Examining the New Occupy Philly PermitColumn discussing the permit that is being talked about that would allow Occupy Philly protesters to continue in a location nearby to their current one.
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Two Die at Philadelphia Marathon -- How it Could Have Been PreventedColumn discussing the recent deaths of two runners in the Philadelphia Marathon
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Excessive Force at UC Davis -- Pepper-Spraying Totally Uncalled ForColumn discussing the recent incident where Occupy protesters in California were pepper sprayed at point blank range by police officers.
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After Pilot Gets Stuck in Bathroom, Perhaps FAA Should Institute Potty TrainingColumn discussing the recent incident on a Delta flight where a pilot was stuck in a lavatory and a passenger had to come to his aid.
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Occupy Philly: Round TwoColumn discussing the imminent movement of the Occupy Philly encampment and how they protesters can do things a little better the second time around
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Prop 8 a Step Backward in Civil RightsColumn talking about the recent Supreme Court Decision that allows supporters of California's Prop 8 to defend the measure in court.
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A Peaceful Move for Occupy Philly May Not Be a Bad IdeaColumn the recent order by Philadelphia city officials for the members of the Occupy Philly movement to leave their encampment due to a recent notice that renovation work will begin imminently at Dilworth Plaza.
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Obama Sending Troops to Australia -- Diplomatic Gesture?Column discussing the recent announcement by President Obama to send US Marines To Australia.
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Target Plans to Turn Black Friday into Tumultuous ThursdayColumn discussing Target's decision to open their stores on Thanksgiving Day and the petition that has been formed to prevent that.
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Occupy Philadelphia -- Not Evicted YetColumn discussing what seems to be the imminent eviction of Occupy Philadelphia from their current position in front of City Hall.
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Jerry Sandusky's Talking Horseplay -- Not Helping HimselfColumn discussing Jerry Sandusky's phone interview with Bob Costas on NBC.
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Occupy: The 99 Percent Now Has its Own 1 PercentColumn discussing how the tide has seemed to turn with the Occupy movement and it how it may be the lack of organization within their leadership.
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Sandusky Granted Bail -- Preferential Treatment?Column discussing the news that bail was granted to former Penn State coach Jerry Sandusky by a judge that donated to his charity Second Mile.
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Paterno Ousting Does Not Warrant a RiotColumn discussing the recent firing of Penn State coach Joe Paterno and the violent demonstration that ensued following the announcement. Discussion about how the demonstration puts more negative light on a college that doesn't need any more.
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Don't Punish the Protesters After Shooting Death at Occupy OaklandColumn discussing the recent shooting death near the Occupy Oakland site and how the police are wrong in wanting the group to disperse.