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The rich vs poor fallacy
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Republicans need to lie. Republican voters want to believe the lie.
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A superior version of the Nolan Chart
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Newt: 'Open marriage' ok, but not gay marriage
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Citizens United
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Mandatory Military service and the effects it would have on society
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Herman Cain grassroots forum switches to Ron Paul
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Amend 2012
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Socialism and Capitalism
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The Real Dirt on Slick Rick Santorum
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Who are Libya's rebels?
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Book Review: Standoff At Tiananmen
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What about Bill, ALEC, and Natelson? More Wag and Less Bark, Please
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PRC: Merry Christmas, Here's 11 Years In Prison
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Notes on the Economy - January 2012
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America and Rome : Compare
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The Importance of the Patriot Act
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Statism Review: Libertarians
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Why did Ron Paul lose?
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Statist Political Theory
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Conservatives, think past election day!
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Santorum: the GOP dark horse, and rural America
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50 to 80 million Americans are descendants of a Confederate soldier!
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Tony Romo and a surprise message!
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History seeks a benefactor
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Mandatory Military service and the effects it would have on society
by P Hedt
(libertarian)
8 thumbs up

The ALEC AVC Report, The CATO Proposal; Examining the Errors
by Bill Walker
(libertarian)
6 thumbs up

What about Bill, ALEC, and Natelson? More Wag and Less Bark, Please
by Robert J. Thorpe
(centrist)
4 thumbs up

Are there any more David Wilmott's?
by Mark Vogl
(conservative)
3 thumbs up

Global Warming Man Made or Natural Cycle?
by Adam R
(libertarian)
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America and Rome : Compare
by Logical Premise
(statist)
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Why Unions Defend the Worst of their Members; the NDAA 2012 Connect.
by Jahfre Fire Eater
(libertarian)
2 thumbs up

Amend 2012
by Van Bryant, II
(libertarian)
2 thumbs up

Money Talks
by Paul Benedict
(libertarian)
2 thumbs up

Invasion of Privacy :The American Community Survey
by EJ Moosa
(libertarian)
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Sarah speaks for the right!
by Mark Vogl
(conservative)
1 thumb up

Notes on the Economy - January 2012
by Bill Gee
(centrist)
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Glenn Beck Serves up the Conspiracy Kool-Aid
by Dan Clore
(libertarian)
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Third Party movement is alive and well
by Jonathan Cymberknopf
(libertarian)
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The Purpose of Money and the Dangers of Fiat Currency
by Nick Sheedy
(libertarian)
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The Real Dirt on Slick Rick Santorum
by Jake Morphonios
(libertarian)
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Immigrants and the American Dream
by rtbohan
(libertarian)
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History seeks a benefactor
by Mark Vogl
(conservative)
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If Romney is inevitable, Obama is inevitable
by Mark Vogl
(conservative)
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Why Can't Ron Paul Win?
by The Rising Phoenix
(libertarian)
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Amend 2012
by Van Bryant, II (libertarian, February 3, 2012)

A skeptical take on the campaign.


Conservatives, think past election day!
by Mark Vogl (conservative, February 2, 2012)

Another power play by the blue bloods, GOP elite is ignoring the Right, time to teach a lesson, take back the party, or start antoher party!


What about Bill, ALEC, and Natelson? More Wag and Less Bark, Please
by Robert J. Thorpe (centrist, February 2, 2012)

Bill Walker owes Robert G. Natelson and the thousands of ALEC members an apology


Why Unions Defend the Worst of their Members; the NDAA 2012 Connect.
by Jahfre Fire Eater (libertarian, February 2, 2012)

A recent case in which a pervert was being protected by a teacher's union prompted this view of how It's All Related


Money Talks
by Paul Benedict (libertarian, February 1, 2012)

Monetary "policy" is unnecessary when the medium of exchange has significant intrinsic value.


The ALEC AVC Report, The CATO Proposal; Examining the Errors
by Bill Walker (libertarian, February 1, 2012)

This article discusses errors in the recently released ALEC Article V Convention Report, the CATO Report and other related matters


Notes on the Economy - January 2012
by Bill Gee (centrist, February 1, 2012)

A quick break from my busy schedule to comment on the progress of our financial meltdown.


Sarah speaks for the right!
by Mark Vogl (conservative, January 31, 2012)

Conservative talk shows are hedging their bets, but Sarah opposes GOP elite effort to steal the Republican Primary!


Are there any more David Wilmott's?
by Mark Vogl (conservative, January 31, 2012)

There maybe thousands and thousands of local papers, but in all my travels none compare to Suffolk Life for real political influence!


Which minority is the right one?
by Mark Vogl (conservative, January 30, 2012)

Obama, mixed race, African American (maybe American), and now Romney, a Mormon, the right minorities..white conservative woman? No way.


Florida, make a difference, vote Gingrich
by Mark Vogl (conservative, January 30, 2012)

Romney is in trouble. Losing Iowa, trounced in South Carolina...and all that money..he can't beatObama, and Americans are becoming aware!


No Matter Who Wins, Americans Lose
by Joel S. Hirschhorn (libertarian, January 30, 2012)

For Americans fed up with both major parties and their presidential candidates there is something smart, patriotic and courageous to do.


Don't Kid Yourself -- Mitt Romney Pays MORE Than His Fair Share of Taxes
by Richard in Japan (conservative, January 30, 2012)

I am sick and tired of hearing about Warren Buffett's secretary.


Limited Government Response to Ron Paul Detractors
by Jahfre Fire Eater (libertarian, January 29, 2012)

If you agree with Ron Paul on many things but absolutely cannot abide his positions on one or two specific things, this article is for you.


Running on fear as the corporate welfare state collapses
by robertjb (centrist, January 29, 2012)

How corporate welfarism is ruining our societies


Tony Romo and a surprise message!
by Mark Vogl (conservative, January 29, 2012)

Tony Romo has been in the hot seat since his first days as a starter in Dallas, but a recent message confirms he is my QB!


The Individual And The State
by Van Bryant, II (libertarian, January 28, 2012)

A case of irreconcilable differences.


A breakdown of ACTA
by - Melvin Martinez (libertarian, January 28, 2012)

Melvin Martinez breaks down the dangerously influential global internet censorship treaty ACTA


Libertarians ... easy to manipulate? Seems like it...
by Mark Vogl (conservative, January 28, 2012)

Libertarians are being used to keep the statists in control! And they are so blind, they don't see it.


How Ron Paul Can Effectively Fire Back at the Third Party Question
by Evan Mazur (libertarian, January 28, 2012)

Ron Paul and his supporters are sick of it, but the media never tires of asking him about running third party. With a little verbal judo, Ron Paul can defend himself, damage his enemies, and shift the issue to something more important


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.


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