Opinion Forum

The Futility of Civility

January 25th, 2011

By Dr. Jim Taylor In the aftermath of the Tucson tragedy, there has been much renewed discussion about the tenor of political discourse in America and the need for a return to a more civil tone among those with divergent views. But even such a horrible national event couldn’t tear many in the politicosphere from […]

Articles written by Dr. Jim Taylor
Tags: anger, civility, discourse, hope, ideals, ideology, partisan, respect, vitriol
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President Obama Bows Again

November 14th, 2009

By Tom Carter Well, President Obama has now bowed before the Emperor of Japan, symbolizing the superiority of this head of state over himself and his country. Say what you want, but it’s not just a sign of respect. It might be interpreted that way if the Emperor had bowed in return, but he didn’t, […]

Articles written by Tom Carter
Tags: bow, Emperor of Japan, Obama, respect, sovereignty
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Time Traveler

October 29th, 2009

In spite of the modern need to find great evil in this nation’s past, I still have fond memories of my childhood and life as it was at that time. My parents were hard workers and did everything possible to give my little brother and me a good, stable home. There was never any doubt […]

Articles written by Larry Ennis
Tags: elderly, old folks, respect, Southern culture
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