A fascinating article describes Pope Benedict’s critiques of the western world in a 2006 book. Here are some notable excerpts from the article: In (his book), Benedict noted that in contemporary Europe, anyone who dishonoured Judaism or Islam would “pay a fine” — but that “when it comes to Jesus […]
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Congress Passes “Kill Switch” for Automobiles
The infrastructure bill, passed in Congress with the help of Mitch McConnell and Senate Republicans, is now reported to contain a provision that requires car manufacturers to include a “kill switch” in new cars. The requirement will take effect in five years. This is reported by former Congressman Bob Barr. […]
Update on our Christmas Present: “Rolling” Power Outages in NC
A significant development was announced yesterday with regard to the power outages during severe, frigid weather this past weekend. The N.C. Utilities Commission will hold a hearing on Tuesday during which Duke Energy is being asked to answer questions about this situation. An article at BusinessNC.com discusses this hearing and […]
Be Appropriately Skeptical about the Gospel Coalition
A name like “The Gospel Coalition” ordinarily ought to arouse positive thoughts and feelings. After all, there is nothing wrong with the Gospel. However, this group is quite questionable. The Disntr website has been looking at the organization in a critical manner for some time, with ample justification. An example […]
Greensboro’s New California Police Chief
The most recent in a series of Greensboro Police Chiefs has been appointed. It is John Thompson– a white guy who is originally from California. It is interesting that the city would choose someone who is not black, and is not female. But in order for our leaders to agree […]
Is Biden Leading Us to WW III?
There is much talk during the Christmas season about “peace on earth”. On the other hand, our leaders are unjustifiably involving us in a war in which no American interests are at stake. Yesterday, the corrupt GOP caucus in the U.S. Senate voted to help pass a massive omnibus bill, […]
Tucker Carlson Slams Thom Tillis
Let’s not mince words. The slam was richly deserved. The topic is Tillis’ recent– and repeated– embrace of amnesty for illegals. The dialogue about Tillis begins at the 7:00 mark and continues to the end (HT: Fred): Watch the latest video at foxnews.com
Greensboro’s “Sheds for the Homeless”
An interesting proposal is being developed by Greensboro’s city government. There is a desire to provide housing for the homeless. The city is accordingly proposing a “Pallet Shelter” project. Approximately thirty of these tiny houses are being planned. They will be located on the ballfield at Pomona Park. There have […]
The Critical Deficit is COURAGE: Even the Book of Revelation Warns About Its Absence
I was watching Eric Metaxas on the Salem News Network a couple of days ago. His guest was Douglas Giles— a fellow who espouses a bold version of Christianity. He loves hunting and demonstrated behind him a stuffed lion that he had shot at a distance of ten yards in […]
Richmond Digs Up Grave of Confederate General
The city of Richmond has been on a mission to erase and expunge Southern history. It has ruined Monument Avenue– which used to be one of the most beautiful urban thoroughfares anywhere. And now, it has desecrated the grave of a well-known Civil War general. The monument to General A.P. […]