Category Archives: Culture

Defending the Faith

Posted on October 2, 2005 by DHawthorne

Those who would have “Intelligent Design” taught in schools will have their day in court soon. Their detractors have had their say all over the Net as well, and it looks like the debate will rage on for some time. … Continue reading →

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Pied Pipers and Lemmings

Posted on September 15, 2005 by DHawthorne

The Democratic primaries for the NYC mayoral race took place this week, and it reminded me of an aspect to modern American culture that I am finding increasingly alarming. Remember when it used to be said, “may the best man … Continue reading →

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Race vs. Class in America

Posted on September 3, 2005 by DHawthorne

There has been a lot of flap about the holes in the evacuation plans of New Orleans, and aid reaching those who have been stranded there. The stories are horrific, there is no other way to put it. The shortfalls … Continue reading →

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Beauty and Grace

Posted on August 17, 2005 by DHawthorne

I like my coffee, and I make sure I get it at least a couple times a day. One of the guys in my office earnestly laid out a proposal once that I get a coffee maker to set up … Continue reading →

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Knowing so much, you know nothing at all…

Posted on July 23, 2005 by DHawthorne

We know so much about so many things (or could if we chose to), that it’s next to impossible to truly gain anything resembling expert knowledge in a specific area.
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Time keeps on slippin’…into the future…

Posted on May 7, 2005 by DHawthorne

Today, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology is hosting a Time Traveler Convention. Supposedly inspired by a comic strip, this genuine event will feature several speakers from the MIT physics professorial staff. I presume, since the event has garnered national media … Continue reading →

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