Man creates life; then what?

If creation of life has ever been a choice, it has been that of the Almighty; at least that is what many of us believe. Despite the perfection of mathematics, and the wonders and dimensions of physics, there seems to be a sense that biology is different. It is more than the result of atoms in reaction with one another and somehow contains a divine spark, or the essence of life. No matter, because mortals have now made artificial life. Sunday, August 29, 2010

This cup's for you, too

Perhaps this is the logic that lawmakers in at least eight states are using who would require those receiving food stamps, unemployment benefits or welfare to submit to random drug testing. Put another way, if so many jobs require random drug tests these days, why not unearned government benefits? Is it not reasonable that one who applies for benefits, and one applying for a job, should be treated equally? (12 comments) Tuesday, August 03, 2010

Why tax the rich?

One of the most interesting and frustrating things about politics is the constantly changing meanings of words and concepts, particularly when referring to revenue and spending. A few years back, the gang in Washington was calling reductions in the rates of increase “spending cuts.” Today, the prospect of ending part of what was enacted as a temporary reduction in income tax rates is being called “tax hikes on the rich.” (8 comments) Thursday, July 22, 2010

Visiting the TEA Party

Recently, I attended a meeting of the local T.E.A. patriots as an invited speaker to the group. As County Democratic Party Chair, I was certainly apprehensive about my reception, especially on the assigned topic “Socialism in the U.S.” (4 comments) Friday, July 02, 2010