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Contextual Criticism
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A blog dedicated to political and religious criticism.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 397 )
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Jeb Bush's Vision is Eric Cantor's Vision
Eric Cantor, one of the most sloppy political philosophers in modern times, has endorsed Jeb Bush for president. Evidently, Jeb's vision for the United States... Read more
Posted on 28 August 2015 DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Huckabee and Huckster
On the left: Mike Huckabee: Baptist preacher. Teevee personality. Presidential wannabee. Homophobe. Anti-Choice. Faux Christian. Close friend of Josh Duggar. Read more
Posted on 27 August 2015 DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Martin Luther Should Be Excommunicated
[Photo from Wikipedia] Some years back a Lutheran pastor friend of mine presented me with a gift. I expressed my gratitude in an appropriate manner and put it o... Read more
Posted on 26 August 2015 DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Termination of the Chosen People Contract
To: Lord, our God, King of the UniverseFrom: The JewsRe: Termination of Our Special Status as The Chosen PeopleAs you are aware, the contract made between you... Read more
Posted on 26 August 2015 DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Michele Bachmann, Ignorance, and the End Times
Why anyone would give a rat's ass what Michele Bachmann thinks about anything these days is a foul mystery. Unfortunately, there are many people in the U.S.... Read more
Posted on 20 August 2015 DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY -
It is Impossible to Be a Christian and a Member of the Republican Party
[Jesus and the rich young ruler]Paul Krugman, the erstwhile economist, noted that during that so-called debate last week between the Republican wannabe... Read more
Posted on 17 August 2015 DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY -
So You Want a Day Off?
A Day Off[This is an email response from the boss to an employee when the employee asked for a day off.]So you want a day off? Well, let's take a look at... Read more
Posted on 05 August 2015 DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY -
The People Who Own and Run the United States
There are many rich people who have their hooks into the American people. Two of the most important are the Koch Brothers who are brilliantly creating a new... Read more
Posted on 04 August 2015 DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Caitlyn Jenner - Republican Elitist Snob
It must be difficult to feel out of place in your own body, to feel that you've been screwed, gender-wise, and in Caitlyn's case to feel that you're not a male... Read more
Posted on 03 August 2015 DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY -
What Might Have Been!
Some people say there's no difference worth mentioning between Republican and Democratic politicians. They're equally bad. These are usually people who don't... Read more
Posted on 02 August 2015 DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Chuck Norris Vs. HIllary Clinton
Chuck Norris, that erstwhile action hero of movies and teevee, is a born-again Christian. Maybe that's why he's full of hate and lies. Mr. Read more
Posted on 01 August 2015 DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY -
What's Happening - July 31?
If you haven't been to Disney World in Orlando for a few years, be prepared for sticker shock.An adult ticket to just the Magic Kingdom for one day is now... Read more
Posted on 31 July 2015 DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY -
What's Happening - July 30
Berlin. Funeral home. Refrigeration room. Screaming. Woman, 92, who was declared dead in a nursing home, is alive and terrified. A doctor declared her dead.... Read more
Posted on 30 July 2015 DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY -
What's Happening on July 29?
The Donald, appearing on Palin's MamaGrizzRadio, when asked if he had any ideas about a place in his administration for the dweeb from Wasilla, said if he was... Read more
Posted on 29 July 2015 DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY -
What's Happening?
So what's with AOL these days? You can be sure if the headline reads "The 10 Best New Cars" you'll get a long article about buying used cars.My "home town" is i... Read more
Posted on 29 July 2015 DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY -
The Guns of Rick Perry
Full disclosure. I own several guns. There was a time when I owned a lot more and spent time at a shooting range shooting those guns. I also have a concealed... Read more
Posted on 28 July 2015 DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY -
From the Sources - 3
FTS 3We begin with a reminder for our fundamentalist Christian friends: If you pick one verse from the Hebrew Bible and claim that whatever it says applies to u... Read more
Posted on 26 July 2015 DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Texas Screws Some Texas Voters
Texas is a proud state. Ask most any Texan and they'll not hesitate to tell you how proud they are of their state and how lucky they are to live in... Read more
Posted on 26 July 2015 DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Racist Homophobe Buchanan to Be on "Meet the Press"
NBC has invited the homophobic racist, Pat Buchanan, to be a guest on "Meet the Press."Why? A fan of Adolf Hitler is about as low as one can go. Chuck Todd is... Read more
Posted on 25 July 2015 DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY -
Alan Grayson on Social Security and Medicare
What follows is an email I received from Alan Grayson this morning. I thought it was worth sharing and deeply wish that every senior in Florida could read it! Read more
Posted on 25 July 2015 DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY