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For good or ill, there is one book that has shaped my political thinking more than any other. Anarchy, State and Utopia by Robert Nozick It was published in 1974, and won the U.S. National Book Award in category Philosophy and Religion in 1975. It was about this time that I put aside my studies of mathematics and chemistry and spent the next two years taking every philosophy class...

If the PPACA is repealed, the President and Democrats in Congress should immediately re-introduce H.R. 676 FAQ ... U.S. Representative Jon Conyer's Universal Health Care Legislation. And before going any further, here is that piece of legislation, one that unfortunately was not put on the table by President Obama. What is H.R. 676/Universal Health Care? H.R. 676, also...

Not that it matters, but for all its right-wing detractors who likely have no clue about what it offers or, IT'S ACTUAL NAME which is NOT "Obamacare," for those interested in knowing something about that which they oppose (don't ya' just hate those little f'n details?) ... it's ACTUAL NAME Is THE PATIENT PROTECTION AFFORDABLE HEALTH CARE ACT (PPACA). How many didn't know that? Raise your...

Just curious.

As a New Yorker and a 9/11 survivor, I will not deny that I find the security of New York City of theutmostimportance. After 9/11, the NYPD developed on of the most aggressive intelligence agencies in the nation. It's goal was simple. Covert surveillanceof the Muslim community to get information that could lead tothwartingany further attacks in NYC. As a New Yorker, I support these activities....

I dont watch a lot of TV, but have had some free time lately and found myself in front of the TV more than normal. Ive noticed something that I find a bit odd.For some reason, watching other people work has turned into Prime Time entertainment.I must admit, Ive watched Deadliest Catch enough to know what it is about, and to find it compelling. Though I would not describe it as Stop Down...

Hello. I'm Captain Kidd. Some of you might recognize the name. Others of you, I hope to get to know.First of all, Welcome to my place. Pardon the boxes and crates, Ive bee meaning to unpack those for years, but just can't seem to find the time. Careful that stack of books over there, its balanced pretty badly, and could fall over on you if you dont watch out. If youll follow me, Ive got a...

I'm curious because i just did today (sorry if you are here and reading this lol). A Les Paul to be exact. The person ordered through Amazon and sent it as a gift to my place. It had my name as the recipient. Now, obviously this person knows a little bit about me, because they knew i played guitar and potentially had my address (although maybe they simply clicked my name on Amazon and Amazon...

Being an Independent is an odd seat to be in at the political table. We are wedge between the Democrats and Liberals to the left of us and Republicans and Conservatives to the right. Unlike those sitting at the ends of the table, we want to talk to both sides, but it's very hard to have our voices heard at either end. It's quite a frustrating experience to have to yell to be heard. And like...

or: Does it really matter what they call it??by Sara G. on Monday, November 7, 2011 at 2:25pmIt is that time of year again, the Christmas Season. Those who suffer from depression have the hardest time dealing with Christmas then any other holiday. Sometimes, just the smallest thing can lift that depression, even if for a moment. While reading this letter, think of some of the things that you...

Before you start posting your flaming comments all over the place on Ning [not that you would do that] you should be aware of these fundamental differences .First of all there are a lot of differences between a forum post & a blog post . A forum post is a lot like what you are used to on Grouply . Comments start at the top and newer ones are added below that . Also , you can edit your...