When most people think of attacks or attempted attacks by Muslim radicals against the United States, Israel, England, and others who they perceive as their enemies we think of bombs and guns. The radical Muslim group Hamas continues to bombard Israel with rockets from Gaza, prolonging a conflict that the Israelis tried to halt days … Continue reading Islamism Series: al Qaeda’s Black Death
Trying to find a silver lining
I have always been a pretty positive person. It's hard to get me down for long, and I've learned in the course of a life that is now well into its fifth decade that most of the things that we worry over are somewhat insignificant.For instance, my hometown Philadelphia Eagles lost a heart-breaking NFC Championship … Continue reading Trying to find a silver lining
I won the Powerball grand prize jackpot !
...now what do I do next? We've all had the dream, haven't we? We hit the Powerball lottery jackpot, or whatever major lottery might be held in your area. Last night's Powerball drawing in our area was worth $105 million dollars. No one won the big jackpot by matching all five numbers and the Powerball, … Continue reading I won the Powerball grand prize jackpot !
Real American Hero: Jon E. Swanson
Former American President Harry S. Truman once said that he would rather be a Medal of Honor recipient than be the Commander-in-Chief. More than speaking to how difficult was his role as the nation's top military commander, Truman was paying homage to the people who are honored with the Medal, people who are referred to … Continue reading Real American Hero: Jon E. Swanson
What lies ahead in 2009?
When the calendar turned from 2007 into 2008 a year ago, how many would have been able to envision so many of the events that would transpire in the new year. Pretty much everyone knew that there was going to be a tough, divisive political race in the Presidential election campaign. But how many just … Continue reading What lies ahead in 2009?
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