The Gordian Knot is a legend of Phrygian Gordium associated with Alexander the Great. After conquering the Persian Empire, Alexander was confronted with the challenge of the knot. He quickly sliced it in half with his sword and untied the knot solving the puzzle...
A movement is sweeping the nation demanding an end to the status quo in America. From what I can tell, the Occupy Movement appears to be a true grass roots movement. The Democratic Leadership, Nancy Pelosi comes to mind, is trying to infiltrate and take over the Occupy Movement but it does not appear they have succeeded as of yet. They were successful in taking over and diverting the energy of the MoveOn.org movement... Continue reading
The Boii tribe gave their name to the regions of Bohemia (Modern Day Czechoslovakia), Bologna (Northern Italy) and Bavaria (Southern Germany). They were one of the most influential of the ancient Celtic tribes during the late Iron Age. They first appear in history in connection with the Gallic invasion of north Italy in 390 BC. Continue reading
In America it is often said "In Muslim countries, women are routinely abused by their husbands" however, more than a 250,000 American women reported that they had been raped or sexually assaulted to the police.
What separates humans from the rest of the animals on this earth is the ability to hold two contradictory opinions on the same subject at the same time. This ability allows us to conceive of things that do not currently exist. It is the foundation of science and technology. However it is easy for individuals to exploit other people with.
If you have been watching the news the whole world seems to be celebrating the departure of President Hosni Mubarak and the arrival of President Omar Suleiman. No elections, no vote, just an appointment by an outgoing dictator. I do not get it. If one dictator gives power to another dictator how is that democracy? What is the giant celebration about?
If you want a shockingly honest look at how an empire works then you will want to see the movie Restrepo. It is billed as "Chronicling the hard work, fear and brotherhood that come with repelling a deadly enemy." In my opinion that statement is almost correct. Like most propaganda made for the masses the word "repelling" changes the whole dynamic so the statement.
Martin Luther King Jr. (1929-1968) was a Baptist minister and social activist who played a key role in the American civil rights movement from the mid-1950s until his assassination in 1968. Inspired by advocates of nonviolence such as Mahatma Gandhi, King sought equality for African Americans, the economically disadvantaged and victims of injustice through peaceful protest.
(Greek: nomádes, "those who let pasture herds"), commonly known as itinerants in modern-day contexts, they are communities of people who move from one place to another, rather than settling permanently in one location. There are an estimated 30-40 million nomads in the world. I wonder how accurate that number actually is?
It is my opinion that the Tea Party Movement is the new face of the KKK. If you look at their membership it is 100% white working class people lead by rich white politicians that fuel the flames of intolerance. If you read their official platform you might be shocked by what they support and what they oppose.
History has shown that when times get tough, instead of really going after the Banking Cartels, Corporate CEOs or War Profiteers, it's easier to get the ignorant masses to go after the poor and anyone who is different (Irish, Italians, Mexicans or Muslims).
Welcome to Arizona 2010 under Jan Brewer. Our New Slogan: At least we are better than Mississippi!
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