While doing the research for the previous post (on Stephen Colbert and the 912 Project), I stumbled across a most interesting website. It is written by Professor G.William Domhoff, who teaches in the sociology department of the University of California … Continue reading →
The other day, I watched Stephen Colbert’s riff on Glenn Beck and his 912 Project. Stephen is usually quite funny with his satirical wit and wonderful deliveries. He is an entertainer, just like the man he is parodying in the … Continue reading →
I read the latest issue of The Progress Report, which reports that neo-conservatives William Kristol, Robert Kagan, and Dan Senor are launching their newest lobbying organization for continuing the policies embraced by the Bush Administration. Curious to learn just what … Continue reading →
Yesterday, I had a brief encounter with a contractor who does work for the company that I work for. I learned, very quickly, that he thought very highly of Glenn Beck. I told him, quite firmly, that I thought Glenn … Continue reading →
In times of economic hardship, it seems that right wing populism often rears its ugly head. Current events certainly give credence to that truth. However, this time around, right wing populism has had at least a decade-long running start, because … Continue reading →
I’m posting this essay in the hopes of spreading Dr. Gregory Boyd’s thoughts more widely. The agenda of the religious right is destroying our country and we progressive types need to learn that Christianity is not synonymous with right wing … Continue reading →
Leave it to me to be contrarian and controversial at the same time. I’ve never had any patience with those who would impose their beliefs on others and I have no respect for those people’s leaders. When I learned that … Continue reading →
I don’t think it is too much of a stretch to state that we live in interesting times, to put it mildly. As the repercussions from 30 years of free-market fundamentalism ricochet through our country, there is a growing populist … Continue reading →
I’ve been reflecting on the comment that Beth made in response to my post featuring Chris Hedges’ thoughts on populism. She observed that, “[a]s a Christian myself, I am actually almost repulsed by the Religious Right, but I can see … Continue reading →
Jim Hightower is a liberal/progressive/left wing populist, in contrast to the crowd of right wing populists led by Rush Limbaugh. I find his comments refreshingly honest and stop by his website on a regular basis. This short essay is from … Continue reading →