Though categorically inferior in scope and perspicuity of expression to its Spanish predecessor, these protests (organized by a farrago of movements and groups in common intention) nonetheless indicate … more
I absolutely detest political correctness, because I think it's a huge obstacle to free speech. People that push for political correctness in all areas of society aren't making people like certain demographics, … more
The Moon is a Harsh Mistress appeared in 1966. I probably read it in my early high school years and certainly multiple times. I always liked it and have never really forgotten the plot. … more
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drifter51 posted a Quick Tip about Herman Cain.
September 25, 2011
In what many would consider a shocking development Herman Cain won Saturday's Florida straw poll by a very wide margin garnering some 37% of the vote. So much for the charge that Republicans and conservatives … more
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drifter51 posted a Quick Tip about Chris Christie.
September 23, 2011
Latest word from New Jersey is that the Governor is reconsidering his decision not to enter the 2012 presidential race — and he says he will let top Republican donors know within days about his plans, … more
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drifter51 posted a Quick Tip about Solyndra.
September 20, 2011
Another half a billion taxpayer dollars down the drain thanks to the largess of the Obama administration and their obsession with so-called "green" technology. When are the American people going … more
I’ve made it a point to never pen a review immediately after finishing a book. I do this because, as a critic, I don’t want to feel as if I’m unintentionally overrating or underrating … more
Saw this on the many documentaries on TV this last week. The many angles and clips from the New Yorkers plus the size of my current TV made this a truly overwhelming emotional experience. Compared to … more
The story of Ayaan Hirsi Ali has become very well known and a prominent thread in the fabric of modern clash of cultures: a young Somali woman, sent by her father to Canada to get married to a man that … more
I will always remember where I was and what I was doing whenever the events of 9/11 occurred. I'll also remember the shock, doubt, sadness, and anger that I felt that day, and on any day in which … more
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CharlesAshbacher reviewed Rudy Giuliani.
September 02, 2011
When the first bombing of the World Trade Center took place, many weaknesses in the disaster response process in New York City were revealed. While others learned from this, Giuliani did not. Despite … more
An insightful book where American policies are mentioned throughout the book for anyone interested. Although I've only began to read the book midway, it's really disconcerting to read the writer's disapproval … more
And that is really the crux of the problem isn't it? Common sense dictates that redistributing wealth from future generations to the present is pure folly. Now there can really be only two explanations … more
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drifter51 posted a Quick Tip about Herman Cain.
August 14, 2011
Thus far I have been very impressed by this fellow. Mr. Cain boasts a wealth of business experience and seems to be quite comfortable in his own skin. He also appears to have an abundance of … more
America, we weep for you. Our culture is taken over by anime cartoons in pink panties. Our people loll on the soft bosoms of government employees. Our weak, effete liberal establishment is applying the … more
We are at a situation where whatever we do, it just doesn't feel right. The question asked by many investors is where to invest then? What to invest and what exactly one should do or act on? … more
It comes at the worst possible timing ever! Markets are in for shocks and aftershocks. Not caught off guard but there will be lots of repercussions for the world at large! With the twin crisis both in … more
ItIt makes me wonder, is this a show of hands or is it simply a camouflage to the world? This tussle about the debt ceiling looks to me (possibly just me since I don't hear anyone talk about this … more
I'm downgrading the rating from -3 to -5. In an unfortunate turn of event, the S&P still downgrade the US AAA to an AA-plus rating and more downgradings expected in future... The Congress appeared … more
Several years ago I received copy of a book by the conservative commentator and radio talk show host Laura Ingraham as a birthday gift. Now I really like Laura and the things she stands for but I must … more
Nothing new here. The fact it took so long to "resolve" something of this proportion, well, the president is certainly losing his Midas touch! Fact of the matter is that nothing is quite resolved, … more
Whatever his "grand" designs are, like his father said, he might as well kill himself! Is the guy trying to change the world or is he trying to change his world? Taking … more
Ladies, before you get your feathers all ruffled up about Arnold, the last 4 years Notre Dame, Vanity Fair, Gallup Poll and CNN polls have rendered that women are the first to cheat in a relationship … more
I'm a little shocked at some of these QTs, to be honest. Would it be forgivable if the woman was deemed sexy by societal standards? Why are most of these focused on the looks of the other woman as … more