tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-58484880411614939112011-04-21T14:49:34.730-04:00reflections on two generally taboo topics in polite conversation: politics and religion.kevinorrhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15586921188132948197noreply@blogger.comBlogger181100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5848488041161493911.post-55275630630489394782008-10-19T22:04:00.002-04:002008-10-19T22:06:41.205-04:00

My sister tipped me off to what is happening in Ada, Oklahoma. I think that as it becomes increasingly clear that Obama will be the next president, that some pus is going to seep out of our nation's racist wound.http://www.koco.com/news/17724300/detail.html

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Because of all the financial panic going on, I thought I would click on The Drudge Report to see what was being drudged up. Here is an example of silly season in the world of politics. Cindy McCain, bless her heart, accused Barack Obama of running the dirtiest political in the 232 years of American history, including 44 presidential campaigns. To their credit, the Obama campaign has not responded

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I believe that the financial meltdown is the October surprise. Maybe something else will happen between now and election day. But this is it, and it seems to be playing to Obama's strength. I think it is increasingly likely that Obama will be elected, and will have the pleasure of inheriting a once in a generation economic mess to cap off a long list of newly created or exacerbated problems left

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Go to www.keatingeconomics.com for a brief walk down memory lane to the S&L Crisis, Charles Keating and the Keating 5.

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The ecumenical patriarch Bartholomew has been called the "Green Bishop." There is a 10 minute video about these unique symposiums Bartholomew has led on board ships that cruise through bodies of water that are experiencing threats due to pollution. The video is a little dated. You will get to see Pope John Paul, I believe only a few months before his passing. I think I read somewhere that next

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Second weekend in a row going camping with the boys. No rain and cool temperatures have been perfect camping weather. If I can figure out how to transfer pictures from my cell phone to the computer, I'll post a couple things we experienced. This weekend's cub scout camp was next to St. Rita's School for the Deaf. I-75 was in eye shot and ear shot. This is what you call "urban camping." We had a

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It has been a long time. But, I thought the first of a month, in this case, October, would be an excuse to get back to blogging. Happens to be the beginning of the Jewish New Year, so, why not.Anyway, politics has been crazy and religion, at least for me, has been intense. I'm tired of the politics and can't wait for the election to be over. As for religion...I have been exploring Orthodoxy with

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After reading a copy of this speech posted on CSpan, I decided to link the video to my blog. Once again, Obama proves why he would make a great president, if your primary criteria of president is one whose rhetoric can bring people together rather than tear people apart.http://my.barackobama.com/hisownwords

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http://video.236.com/services/player/bcpid1452197343?bctid=1452258048

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I came across an op-ed from the NYTimes that offered a disturbing interpretation of Clinton's "Red Telephone" ad. The author does make the disclaimer at the end of the piece that his interpretation is likely not what Clinton or her handlers intended. Nevertheless, it is an opinion that is worthy of thought, and touches on a reality, that, once again, is not really being discussed: the truth that

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Interesting blog entry below regarding how Obama can defeat Clinton by simply focusing on defeating McCain, since Clinton and McCain are both of the "war establishment."http://www.huffingtonpost.com/david-bromwich/obamas-run-against-mccai_b_90538.html

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Stephanie Dunning writes an unconventional take on the Democratic battle that I believe is in the realm of possibility, and is very encouraging.How Hillary will Help Barack Obama Win the PresidencyRightnow the prevailing logic in the media is that a protracted Democraticbattle for the nomination will weaken whatever candidate ultimatelywins. But if the contest for the nomination goes until August

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Below is the talk I gave at this evening's Ash Wednesday service: Many of us think about giving something up for Lent. Some of us actually do. Maybe you decide to give up chocolate, or coffee, or meat. Maybe you will skip lunch and instead spend the time reading your Bible or praying. Or, instead of giving up something, you decide to take something on: get up a half hour earlier to pray, read

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This link was sent to me and I enjoyed the video, particularly the star power.Kevinhttp://my.barackobama.com/yeswecan

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It's interesting that the Republican candidates seem to be thinking that, in fact, hoping that Hillary Clinton gets the nomination for the Democrats. They seem to think that the idea of having Bill and Hillary run the country is just not palatable for the majority of the country. I particularly took note of what Mitt Romney said. He essentially said that Hillary and Bill have been in Washington

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I enjoyed hearing Barack Obama preach at Ebenezer Baptist Church last Sunday. Great words. And a nice skirting of the fine line between church and state.I also noted the comment he made about how the media sensationalizes division, including the tit-for-tat between campaigns, which was on full display last night at the Democratic debate, which John Edwards took full advantage of.http://

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I just finished watching Ben Bernake, the Fed. Reserve chair, address a house committee regarding the state of the economy. I am so impressed with his clear thinking. But, I tell you, what a job. Financial crises come and go. I believe that as a country we will make it through this crisis. But, I really worry about the longterm sustainbility of our country. When you combine the aging of the

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Here I go. I've been thinking about blogging for quite a while and have been hesitant because I was concerned about the time it would take. But, I've decided to just go for it. I've got something to say. And I want to hear other's thoughts. So, why not give it a try.

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