controversies
It seems every time one racially-charged incident ends, a gender or religious controversy takes its place; Ruminate on the issues dividing our nation and world.
Christian Nationalism: Is It A Threat?
When the Taliban took power last year many far-right so-called Christian Nationalists celebrated. Just like their Islamic Brethren in Afghanistan, these American fanatics love beards and guns. They think that maybe a similar thing can happen in America where the US will be ruled by a Christian Theocracy. Just like in Afghanistan, where the Taliban enforce an extreme form of Sharia, they want the US ruled by the Bible.
By Nicholas Bishop3 years ago in The Swamp
They're Here
Whether you believe as most do, that there is other life in the universe, or you aren't a believer in extraterrestrial life, nothing changes what happened this week. Not just one, but three former military officials testified in Congress on Wednesday, July 26, that the government knows more about Unidentified Aerial Phenomena than they were telling us.
By Jason Ray Morton 3 years ago in The Swamp
What does burning the Quran mean?
Recently, the two manifestations that occurred in Sweden got me thinking about two backbones of human societies: freedom of speech and religion. Even though the latest one was about a month ago, while reading the Treatise on Tolerance, written by Voltaire, these events always popped up in my mind.
By Vik's opinion3 years ago in The Swamp
Judge Sir Brian Langstaff Made Sunak Uncomfortable.
Sunak does not like being pointed out in public. At the public inquiry, Sunak looked like he wished he was somewhere else. The inquiry was concerned with people who had been victims of contaminated blood. Sunak was there to answer for the government and what it did about it.
By Nicholas Bishop3 years ago in The Swamp
Emily Thornberry: Sunak Demeans Office of Prime Minister.
Emily Thornberry a Minister on Keir Starmer's front bench is not happy with Rishi Sunak. Sunak has accused the Labour Party of being little better than the criminal gangs who exploit migrants. Emily Thornberry said she normally respects the Office of the Prime Minister. However, Ms. Thornberry accused the Prime Minister of "demeaning" the role of Prime Minister. Usually, she went on, she doesn't normally speak out, but because of what Sunak said, she had little choice.
By Nicholas Bishop3 years ago in The Swamp
Protest needs a rethink
Protest needs a rethink. Protesting is having opposite effect to the one claimed to be the objective. Protests, from the time those organised to try and get atomic bombs banned, have changed and today we have stop oil and extinction rebellion- both of these have financial backing and organisation leadership. Neither of these facilities existed for ban the bomb marches. In the main the ban the bomb protests were peaceful, that is they did not involve much violence or anti-social behaviour. Modern protestors are different, they seem to glory in causing as much social disturbance as they possible can. This new trend does not appear to be aimed at gaining support for a selected set of opinions, but aimed at causing as much nuisance and aggravation to as many members of the public as they can. The result is that very large numbers of “the general public” regard the protestors as selfish, self-indulgent, ego driven, arrogant and disconnected from reality. Because of this, the protests have lost all chance of exerting political pressure. They are just exhibitionist demanding the world takes notice of them. It is widely accepted that these new protestors get paid “expenses” for disrupting the law-abiding activities of other people. This is nothing other than rent-a -mob dressed up in middleclass clothing.
By Peter Rose3 years ago in The Swamp
A Talk About Pure Free Market Capitalism
One of the biggest things we constantly hear about is Pure Free Market Capitalism. I thought I would take some time and talk about it. It is believed by mostly conservatives in every country that if Capitalists were free and not weighed down by taxes or regulations or even fees that eventually the world would be a far better place. Resources being used through the direction of the Capitalists would be developed to their fullest potential in the pursuit of maximizing profits. Capitalists would be able through seeking return on investments to improve the overall quality of life. As Capitalists move to fill various niches in order to earn a profit there will be those who answer the various environmental issues as well. In the end the nation will be prosperous and all will benefit greatly enjoying the effects of trickledown.
By V. H. Eberle3 years ago in The Swamp
A Tale of Resilience:
Once upon a time, in the enchanting province of Nova Scotia, a region renowned for its captivating landscapes and vibrant coastal communities, a great calamity struck. Torrential rains poured down from the heavens, relentless and unyielding, transforming Nova Scotia into a waterlogged realm. Rivers swelled, and lakes spilled over their banks, swallowing roads, homes, and livelihoods.
By Nouman Fiaz3 years ago in The Swamp
