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Republicans need to lie. Republican voters want to believe the lie.
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Citizens United
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Newt: 'Open marriage' ok, but not gay marriage
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The rich vs poor fallacy
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Israel's Bigger Picture
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Ron Paul Trounces Santorum on Foreign Policy in CNN Debate
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Ron Paul Restores Definition of Conservative in Florida Debate
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The Real Dirt on Slick Rick Santorum
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Rand Paul's 'Police State' Showdown Reveals Secret Alarm Practices
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Newt Gingrich: Too Corrupt for the Presidency
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Book Review: Standoff At Tiananmen
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PRC: Merry Christmas, Here's 11 Years In Prison
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What Will Occupy Wall Street Actually Accomplish?
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"The Big Waste" and Food Network
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Why Ron Paul will not be President
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America and Rome : Compare
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The Importance of the Patriot Act
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Why did Ron Paul lose?
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Statist Political Theory
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Statism Review: Libertarians
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Santorum: the GOP dark horse, and rural America
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Rush has lost some credibility...
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Gingrich and Rush disappointing America
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Glen Beck going ROGUE
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History seeks a benefactor
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Ron Paul Trounces Santorum on Foreign Policy in CNN Debate
by Jake Morphonios
(libertarian)
152 thumbs up

Ron Paul Restores Definition of Conservative in Florida Debate
by Jake Morphonios
(libertarian)
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SC Debate Audience Protests CNN Effort to Censor Ron Paul
by Jake Morphonios
(libertarian)
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The Real Dirt on Slick Rick Santorum
by Jake Morphonios
(libertarian)
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Rand Paul's 'Police State' Showdown Reveals Secret Alarm Practices
by Jake Morphonios
(libertarian)
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The Serial Adultery of Newt Gingrich
by Jake Morphonios
(libertarian)
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Republican Delusions and Ron Paul
by Van Bryant, II
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Agenda 21 infiltrates our States to Destroy America, Will Americans Fight Back?
by Catherine Elizabeth
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Mandatory Military service and the effects it would have on society
by P Hedt
(libertarian)
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The Importance of the Patriot Act
by Analysis
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Ron Paul Introduces Bill To Repeal Unconstitutional Section of NDAA
by Walt Thiessen
(libertarian)
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Ron Paul Shines in SC Debate, Despite Fox News Antics
by Jake Morphonios
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History seeks a benefactor
by Mark Vogl
(conservative)
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Global Warming Man Made or Natural Cycle?
by Adam R
(libertarian)
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New Hampshire to America: Ron Paul is Electable
by Jake Morphonios
(libertarian)
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Nolan Chart Adds Vbulletin
by Walt Thiessen
(libertarian)
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Invasion of Privacy :The American Community Survey
by EJ Moosa
(libertarian)
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Vulture Capitalism
by Van Bryant, II
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Ron Paul Knocks Off Michelle Bachmann
by Jake Morphonios
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Should Tax Payer Dollars Be Used For Foreign Aid?
by Catherine Elizabeth
(libertarian)
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Newt Gingrich: Too Corrupt for the Presidency
by Paul Benedict (libertarian, January 27, 2012)

Newt Gingrich's passion for ideas has corrupted his soul. He will bend any rule, broker any deal, and defy any kingpin to move his agenda.


Rush has lost some credibility...
by Mark Vogl (conservative, January 27, 2012)

There is no question he is "the voice" of the American right, but his sophisticated attack on Gingrich raises questions!


Murray Rothbard Was Wrong
by Jahfre Fire Eater (libertarian, January 27, 2012)

Brilliant as the man was he was blinded by his passions and fears as are so many when it comes to roadblocks to constructive political acts.


Ron Paul Trounces Santorum on Foreign Policy in CNN Debate
by Jake Morphonios (libertarian, January 27, 2012)

Congressman Ron Paul roundly defeated Rick Santorum in a debate on free trade, entangling alliances and unconstitutional foreign policy.


Gingrich and Rush disappointing America
by Mark Vogl (conservative, January 26, 2012)

After winning South Carolina, and the RINO's seeing Romney fading, a vicious attack on Gingrich erupts. We need Sarah.


Citizens United
by Modern Socialist (liberal, January 25, 2012)

What the heck happened. Corporations have a full right to speak their opinion. But not while using money to overshadow the public.


History seeks a benefactor
by Mark Vogl (conservative, January 25, 2012)

Time, historiography, political correctness, and the U.S. government are robbing the South and America of our history.


How shakey is Obama?
by Mark Vogl (conservative, January 25, 2012)

ABC News and Yahoo are questioning one dozen Obama claims regarding the economy! Signals to me they know he is unelectable!


Republican Delusions and Ron Paul
by Van Bryant, II (libertarian, January 24, 2012)

Liberty cannot be means tested.


Ron Paul Restores Definition of Conservative in Florida Debate
by Jake Morphonios (libertarian, January 24, 2012)

Rick Santorum, Mitt Romney and Newt Gingrich each claim to be the true conservative choice in 2012. But Congressman Ron Paul teaches them what "conservative" really means.


Florida, can you help keep the Gingrich momentum building steam?
by Mark Vogl (conservative, January 23, 2012)

The run for the Presidency is a marathon not a sprint, but Florida is important to the early part of the race!


Rand Paul's 'Police State' Showdown Reveals Secret Alarm Practices
by Jake Morphonios (libertarian, January 23, 2012)

Details on the TSA's detainment of Senator Rand Paul, a stinging rebuke by Ron Paul and the revelation of random screening alarms.


Glen Beck going ROGUE
by Mark Vogl (conservative, January 23, 2012)

Christian? Conservitive? Independent? No I don't think so, Glen Beck's bought and paid for!


Joe Oliver's Desparate Hour
by robertjb (libertarian, January 22, 2012)

Canadas Minister of Natural Resources is running scared. He knows the truth is out there.


It's Not the Piss -- It's the Hype
by Richard in Japan (conservative, January 22, 2012)

It's not the urinating on corpses, just as it wasn't the cartoons of Mohammed six years ago, that will end up getting people killed, but the steady breeze of publicity, continually feeding the animosity, that brings it to a fever pitch.


Newt: 'Open marriage' ok, but not gay marriage
by Nita Wiggins (liberal, January 21, 2012)

Citing tradition, Newt would prevent gays from marrying. Yet one of his ex-wives says he wanted anything but tradition for them.


Ron Paul Introduces Bill To Repeal Unconstitutional Section of NDAA
by Walt Thiessen (libertarian, January 21, 2012)

Ron Paul returned to Washington DC to introduce a bill to repeal section 1021 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012


The Internet Is A New Avenue To Recreate The South, Dixie!
by Mark Vogl (conservative, January 20, 2012)

The net could help re-establish regional identities in the virtual world, don't pass restrictive federal laws against the opportunities of the internet.


SC Debate Audience Protests CNN Effort to Censor Ron Paul
by Jake Morphonios (libertarian, January 20, 2012)

The brazen efforts by the MSM to silence Paul cannot be denied. And yet political pundits still pontificate in their spin rooms as to why Paul supporters behave like angry hornets. Tonight, the audience in South Carolina sent a message.


Perry endorses Gingrich...South Carolina, will you give us a chance?
by Mark Vogl (conservative, January 19, 2012)

Governor Rick Perry of Texas may have changed the course of America...if he did, he is a true. selfless patriot.


Republicans need to lie. Republican voters want to believe the lie.
by Bill Schmalfeldt (liberal, January 19, 2012)

Using the Keystone pipeline as an example, we will examine the GOP need to lie and the conservative need to believe the lies.


The Internet as Savior
by Kenn Jacobine (libertarian, January 19, 2012)

It is no secret that online piracy is a very serious problem in our Technology Age.


Who is involved in your child's education?
by J.Wright (libertarian, January 18, 2012)

Our nation's youth is our nation future. Our current education system has been failing our children. Who is at fault for your child?


A Rush fan, I don't listen to Sean Hannity, Glen Beck
by Mark Vogl (conservative, January 18, 2012)

Rush Limbaugh set the stage for conservative talk shows, ... but the results aren't very good.


All the chips in, in South Carolina, Palin comes out for Newt!...
by Mark Vogl (conservative, January 18, 2012)

Sarah Palin endorses Newt in South Carolina as Romney concedes he pays 15% income taxes!


Why The State Always Fails
by Van Bryant, II (libertarian, January 17, 2012)

Wolves eventually acquire the badge and guns.


Saturday In The Park: Life Lessons I Learned From My Demeaning Below Minimum Wage Job
by EJ Moosa (libertarian, January 17, 2012)

Watching the Republican debate on the night of the MLK Holiday, I cringed as I heard Juan Williams of Fox News ask Newt Gingrich if it was demeaning to suggest that students take low paid minimum wage jobs to get work experience. I did not cringe at


SOPA and Nolan Chart
by Bill Gee (centrist, January 17, 2012)

Although the Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) has little to no chance of actually becoming law, the fact that it is being seriously considered in Congress should have all of us a bit concerned.


Why Libertarianism Can Never Succeed
by Bill Schmalfeldt (liberal, January 17, 2012)

As long as there are wolves in the forest, the sheep need a sheep dog.


Ron Paul Shines in SC Debate, Despite Fox News Antics
by Jake Morphonios (libertarian, January 17, 2012)

Though Fox News moderators turned the once-honored SC Republican Debate into a three-ring circus, Congressman Ron Paul stays above the fray and comes out on top in Twitter poll.


Job Creation
by Van Bryant, II (libertarian, January 16, 2012)

A shallow political diversion.


Special Needs
by Modern Socialist (liberal, January 16, 2012)

An article about people with special needs (Autism, Down Syndrome, Aspergers, ADHD etc.) and the effects of the over generalization of these people on their education.


No more wasted votes!
by J.Wright (libertarian, January 16, 2012)

Are you voting for the person who has your interest at heart? Are you making an educated vote or just following the money and power?


Why Ron Paul Understands Suitcase Nukes Better Than The Hawks
by Walt Thiessen (libertarian, January 16, 2012)

The interventionists have been hammering Ron Paul pretty hard, but does their argument make sense?


The Misunderstood Tea Party movement !
by Roland (libertarian, January 14, 2012)

Comparing the Tea Party to occupiers is the difference between apples and oranges


Government Not Only Can, but Should Create Jobs! In Government!
by Bill Schmalfeldt (liberal, January 14, 2012)

The loss of a government job is not a good thing. The taxpayer will save nothing. In fact, the unemployed former federal worker is now on the unemployment rolls. Where is the wisdom in that?


A small victory for justice
by J.Wright (libertarian, January 14, 2012)

U.S. District Judge John Gibney ruled in favor of keeping presidential candidates Perry, Gingrich, Huntsman and Santorum off the Virginia primary ballots. Fair is fair and the rules apply to all.


In the Sesquicentennial, the story of the South should be boldly told.
by Mark Vogl (libertarian, January 14, 2012)

Many forms of censorship are being used to silence the story of the South, and promote politically correct Yankee history!


To seek Liberty is to know tolerance
by J.Wright (libertarian, January 13, 2012)

What is Liberty and what helps keep our liberties safe.Tolerance


Tea Party should conduct debate, would Sarah and Michele do it?
by Mark Vogl (conservative, January 13, 2012)

The RINO's must choose between Governors Romney and Huntsmen, the conservatives between Paul, Gingrich and Santorum.


Israel's Bigger Picture
by Modern Socialist (liberal, January 12, 2012)

What most Americans think of Israel is missing part of the story. People have different opinions there, just not recognized in the U.S. by our politicians who try to help Israel.


If Romney is inevitable, Obama is inevitable
by Mark Vogl (conservative, January 12, 2012)

Lesser of two evils, not this time. America's course is self destruction, faster is better than slower


PolitiFact Flip Flops on Republican Role with Department of Education
by Walt Thiessen (libertarian, January 12, 2012)

Ron Paul indirectly ends up making PolitiFact look like a bunch of flip-floppers, although it could be argued that they accomplished this dubious distinction all by themselves.


Our Irrational DUII Laws
by Dan Clore (libertarian, January 12, 2012)

DUII laws ignore impaired driving in favor of irrelevant, arbitrary tests.


Vulture Capitalism
by Van Bryant, II (libertarian, January 11, 2012)

The capitalist smear may backfire for some primary hopefuls.


A Season of Hope
by Richard in Japan (conservative, January 11, 2012)

It's too late for Herman Cain, but there's still hope for the rest of the nation


SOUTH DOMINATES BOWLS, BUT THERE WERE DISAPPOINTMENTS.
by Mark Vogl (conservative, January 11, 2012)

The Tide rolled over the Tigers and demonstrated for all, they are the national Champions! But the South did alot more in the Bowl season!


Occupy Movement in Shambles
by Kevin Roeten (libertarian, January 11, 2012)

With over 30 demonstration locations, 'Occupy' gets all the arrests.


The Article V Convention: Discussing the Reality versus the Fantasy
by Bill Walker (libertarian, January 11, 2012)

The article briefly discusses the author's recent speeches at Harvard Law School and Cooley Law School


New Hampshire to America: Ron Paul is Electable
by Jake Morphonios (libertarian, January 10, 2012)

Following a strong finish in Iowa, Congressman Ron Paul placed second in the New Hampshire Primary. With two victories under his belt, the message from NH is clear. Ron Paul is the electable alternative to Mitt Romney.


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