Paper vs. Plastic Straws: Is Paper Really Better for the Environment?

Via: Citizen Kane-473667  •  News & Politics  •  52 Comments  •  3 Likes  •  7 years ago

“In the end, paper straws still have large environmental consequences, and are definitely not eco-friendly. For the most part, they are still a...”

Many restaurants have banned plastic straws due to their harmful effects on the environment, and have switched to paper alternatives instead. But, are paper straws really better for the environment? The answer isn’t as simple as you may think: While it’s true that paper straws aren’t as...

Quick, and different with a Cajun or Carribbean taste

By: Citizen Kane-473667  •  THE NEWSTALKERS COOKBOOK  •  6 Comments  •  1 Like  •  7 years ago

“And you thought I couldn't cook ”

For those who need something fast to feed a group of 4 with a Cajun flair: Main Ingredients: 1 stick margarine or salted butter 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil 1 large tablespoon of garlic slices or minced 1 large can of diced tomatoes (do NOT drain) 1 stalk celery 1/8 inch sliced 1 lb...

You Can Tell That George Orwell Is Not Required Reading Anymore

By: Citizen Kane-473667  •  News & Politics  •  51 Comments  •  7 Likes  •  7 years ago

““Now I will tell you the answer to my question. It is this. The Party seeks power entirely for its own sake. We are not interested in the good of...”

This book was required reading when I went to school. I've raised kids who have never even heard it mentioned in school. Maybe we need to Hope to  Change that....

If I'm A Racist, Then You Are A Moron

By: Citizen Kane-473667  •  Op/Ed  •  250 Comments  •  11 Likes  •  7 years ago

“If you still support Trump, then you are a Racist”

It has literally been YEARS since I published anything, and to tell the truth, I really got away from blogging after the collapse of Newsvine. It had a lot to do with several things like time to write, difficulty in adapting to the new site, and quite honestly, the vitriol I saw for anyone who...

Why Democrat's Are Losing Followers

By: Citizen Kane-473667  •  News & Politics  •  49 Comments  •  9 years ago

I could say it's for the same reason that Republican's are; simply that they no longer represent those that are their core supporters. Let the howling begin! Just like the Republican's, the Democrat's have forsaken the multitudes in favor of the few.  Once upon a time, Republican's were the...