And When It Becomes Too Frustrating To Blog About The World, Blog About Music
As of this last week, I have rediscovered my long-time love for Nick Cave. Many years ago, someone gave me “Murder Ballads,” a fascinating concept album that reconfigures the folk tradition of tales of murder for a modern audience. The album includes interesting and unexpected duets and some rather shocking songs. Two years ago, I [...]
...read moreMission Accomplished II
I have not had much to say about the situation in Louisiana because I am floored at the footage I have been watching. Not having access to anything but the night’s half-hour of evening news, I was appalled at the destruction waged on New Orleans and Biloxi, the fact that the structures meant to keep [...]
...read moreGirls Don’t Need Self-Esteem, They Need Husbands
I do declare! The national Girls Scouts of America have invited “pro-abortion, pro-lesbian” speakers to their national convention. The Concerned Women for America are, well, concerned. Some years ago, the Girls Scouts began purging materials of positive references to homemakers. Instead of being family-centered, the group now promotes “girl empowerment,” with programs that focus heavily [...]
...read moreUSDA Official Steps Down Due To Morning-After Pill Politics
Susan Wood, a senior member of the FDA and women’s health advocate, stepped down from her position because of the decision to delay the morning-after pill again despite being found safe for over the counter availability. Her letter of resignation says in part: Dear Friends and Colleagues, I regret to tell you that I am [...]
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