Tag Archives: Newt Gingrich

Fluorescent Traffic Signals – Why the GOP Needs to Read More Shakespeare

Posted on February 2, 2012 by

We seem to be a country continually prone to missing the signs. We’ve heard the story of the drowning man who refused the aid of three rescue boats, confident that God would save him; the novice batter who had just … Continue reading →

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The Irony of Framing the Debate – How Extremism Puts Things into Perspective

Posted on September 13, 2011 by

This piece won’t be as long as usual; it’s just a thought I had. In the wake of recent debates and campaign stops, it has quickly become clear that the Republican presidential field generally errs on the side of political … Continue reading →

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Gingrich vs. the Media – The Battle He Can’t Win

Posted on May 20, 2011 by

It’s difficult to look back upon Sarah Palin’s unsuccessful vice presidential bid without calling to mind her relentless attacks on the “lame-stream media.” It seemed that every stump speech brought a new chapter of her vendetta against the press, with … Continue reading →

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Send it to the Nine

Posted on August 15, 2010 by

There’s a lot of controversy surrounding the proposal to build a large mosque and Islamic community center three blocks away from Ground Zero– the site of 9/11. The proposal has several high-profile proponents (such as New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg) … Continue reading →

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