Somewhere in the Basement of the DNC… by Michael Spencer Memo to: The Committee of Twelve From: Darwin Mapplethorp Kennedy IV, Campaign Development Director, 2004 Democratic Presidential Campaign RE: Prospects for taking the Presidency in 2004 As all of you are aware by now, plans for the 2004 Presidential campaign are already being implemented. AsContinue reading “Somewhere in the basement of the DNC…”
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What we’re digging for
What We’re Digging For by Steve Mcfarland “Heigh Ho! Heigh Ho! It’s off to work we go!” It seems almost another life ago when I recall my first real job out of high school. Before I started college, I worked as a machinist in a local factory for a couple of years. I was miserable.Continue reading “What we’re digging for”
The boat in the backyard
The Boat In The Backyard A father’s depression and a boy who finally understands by Michael Spencer Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you in turmoil within me? • David, The Psalms When I was twelve years old, my father bought a small aluminum boat, just enough for two peopleContinue reading “The boat in the backyard”
Denise Spencer: A Father’s Day remembrance
A Father’s Day Remembrance Patience With Ponies . . . And Little Girls by Denise Spencer Her name was Missy. She was fat, black, and as stubborn as ever a pony could be. “She’s not broke to ride,” the man said, one eyebrow raised in warning. But Missy followed us all over that field likeContinue reading “Denise Spencer: A Father’s Day remembrance”
A Father’s Day remembrance
A Father’s Day Remembrance Patience With Ponies . . . And Little Girls by Denise Spencer Her name was Missy. She was fat, black, and as stubborn as ever a pony could be. “She’s not broke to ride,” the man said, one eyebrow raised in warning. But Missy followed us all over that field likeContinue reading “A Father’s Day remembrance”
We don’t need no stinkin’ definitions
We Don’t Need No Stinkin’ Definitions Liberals pull something called Christianity out of a hat. by Michael Spencer As a competitor to traditional Christianity, liberalism is a fascinating opponent. When it comes to generals and officers, they have more than they need. But when it comes to actual troops committed to the battle, it’s aContinue reading “We don’t need no stinkin’ definitions”
Preserve, protect, defend
Preserve, Protect, Defend by Michael Spencer I am frequently asked to explain what is the difference between Republicans and Democrats. As anyone who has read the philosophy of this web site knows, I have a clear opinion on that subject. In short, Republicans seek to preserve what is essential about American life, while Democrats seekContinue reading “Preserve, protect, defend”
Death: The road that must be traveled
Death: The Road That Must Be Traveled For this boy, coming to terms with death ain’t no easy thing. by Michael Spencer Perhaps passing through the gates of death is like passing through the gate in a pasture fence. On the other side, you keep walking, without the need to look back. No shock, noContinue reading “Death: The road that must be traveled”
Dear students
Dear Students by Steve McFarland Dear Students, This is not easy. What I am about to tell you may scare you, anger you or inspire you. I feel the need to apologize now so that what I am going to tell you will land soft and gentle upon your young, eager spirits. And so IContinue reading “Dear students”
He found it
He Found It The press keeps a straight face for the Howard Dean Tent Revival. by Michael Spencer I really can’t blame Democratic presidential candidate Howard Dean for talking about religion, even if he doesn’t know what he’s talking about. It’s been proven that the public will pay attention to what politicians say about religionContinue reading “He found it”
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