When Does a Generation Gap Become a Generational Canyon? (Part 1)
This is the first in a 2-part series on how generation gaps can become generational canyons when it comes to building wealth for our progeny
Education
The Real Independence Day: Why Juneteenth Misses the Mark
“Junteenth,” has become a symbol of emancipation, it’s important to remember that the real legal end to slavery in the United States didn’t come until the 13th Amendment was ratified six months later on December 6, 1865.
The Irony of Extremist Atheism: A New Religion of Hatred
In the digital age, a growing number of extreme atheists on social media have taken to vehemently opposing religion, particularly Christianity.
Embracing Our Patriotic United States Past to Move Forward
In the quest for a brighter and more unified future, it is essential to recognize the role of history in shaping our national identity.
The Truth About Juneteenth
The Emancipation Proclamation, issued by President Abraham Lincoln on January 1, 1863, was a monumental step toward abolishing slavery in the United States.
Once Again, the Hoitiest and the Toitiest Rally in Favor of #Hamas
Stanford University, 2024-25 tuition only: $21,709 per quarter, a private university in the Pyrite State, has a joyous image of commencement featuring a pretty, blonde girl openly smiling and cheering and clapping her hands in the California sunshine headlining the university’s website main page, or at least they did at publication time this morning. Stanford, …
The Misguided Advice in High School Graduation Speeches
All too often, the advice given is impractical, overly idealistic, and fails to prepare students for the harsh realities of adulthood.
Well-Heeled Ivy League Professor Wants Ivy League Students to Forget High Paying “Sellout Jobs”, Go Into Social Justice fields, and Then Whine On TikTok About How Underpaid They Are
You can get a job as a social worker or a teacher with a much less expensive degree from a state school; why would you go to an Ivy League university to prepare for one of those jobs?
The Great GPA Decline
Once upon a time, getting into a prestigious university was the holy grail of academic achievement. Only the cream of the crop, the brightest minds, and the hardest workers stood a chance.
Our Leaders Don’t Read
Outside of their daily briefings and read aheads, our leaders just don’t read… and thus, they are not contextual thinkers.
The Role of Cyber Warfare in 5th Generation Warfare
The Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 demonstrated the increasing significance of cyber warfare within the context of 5th generation warfare.
Flag Day and Trump’s Birthday: Uniting America Through Shared Patriotism
Flag Day, celebrated annually on June 14th, and the birthday of former President Donald J. Trump, also on June 14th, present a unique opportunity for Americans to come together.
When Comfort and Self-Care Beats Semper Fi: How We Got Here
Sadly, we are now where the call of duty involves curating the perfect Instagram story rather than answering the actual call of duty.
Playing God: The 1996 (H5N1) Bird Flu and the Perils of Gain-of-Function Research
Gain-of-function research, for the uninitiated, is the scientific equivalent of poking a bear with a stick to see if it will maul you.
Hamas Propaganda Masquerading as Student Protests
Hamas has a very well organized and financed U.S. propaganda operation, an operation masquerading as, “college student protests.”
Hate Lost; The People Won
We have the election results and all of the Kootenai County Republican Central Committee (KCRCC) Recommended Candidates won their races. This is important
The US Army’s Recruiting Game: Balancing Strategy and Ethics, By Barb Dwyer
The revelation of data collection practices in America’s Army sparked a public outcry and led to investigations into the Army’s recruiting tactics.
Reevaluating Darwin: A Critical Look at His Legacy and Beliefs
A critical examination of Darwin’s legacy reveals some controversial aspects that are often glossed over in modern discourse.
Memorial Day 2024 and Those Monuments
The only time I lobbied the General Assembly of Virginia, I spoke against the dictatorial destruction of Confederate monuments when the Democrats took control in 2020.
The Army-West Point Class of 1997: Forged in Combat
Our journey would take us to the battlefields of Afghanistan and Iraq, where some of our finest would make the ultimate sacrifice.