How much do the so-called defenders of free speech truly practice what they preach? How far are they willing to go to protect the rights of those with whom they disagree? The University of Colorado's record of campus free speech receives some needed close scrutiny from Jessica Corry in today's Rocky Mountain News. Read it. … [Read more...]
Archives for 2005
America-Hater on the Right?
Boston Globe columnist Cathy Young tries to turn the tables on those attacking Ward Churchill by pouring some light on the scholarship of historian Thomas Woods, Jr., author of "The Politically Incorrect Guide to American History" and co-founder of the pro-secession League of the South. (Hat tip: Real Clear Politics) UNC law professor Eric Muller has been on the case of Woods already at length. Both Muller and Young have raked Woods over the coals, as his controversial book climbs the bestseller charts. It looks to me as if we may have a new punching bag for the Left. To what extent does the history professor deserve such excoriation? Muller and Young say Woods has received highly insufficient critique from the political and … [Read more...]
Four Rules of Communication
Proverbs 27:17 "Iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another." As promised, I wanted to share some of what I learned at the recent Biblical Counseling Conference. The truths we learned were first applicable to me as a growing Christian, though they are also things I am now more equipped to share with others. Among the foundation stones are the four rules of communication, revealed in Ephesians 4:25-32. Just a little background first... 1. Believers can learn to solve problems biblically and build good relationships - especially for the husband-wife but in all aspects of life. 2. The Bible tells us some important facts about our communication. (James 3:2, Proverbs 18:21) 3. The book of Ephesians provides some tremendous help … [Read more...]
Another Solution for the State’s Fiscal Problems
Tired of the bickering at the State Capitol about how to solve Colorado's budget problems? Have you tuned out already? Have you heard...? If you heard that the budget so-called "crisis" can be solved without tampering with TABOR, raising taxes, or cutting effective state services, what would you say? I know what I said when I heard: "What are they arguing about?" Because it's true. Experts from the free-market think tank Reason Foundation, Geoff Segal and George Passantino, teamed up with the Independence Institute to take a close look at the Colorado state budget. These guys have advised Gov. Schwarzenegger how California can emerge from its multi-billion dollar deficit. By comparison, Segal and Passantino say that Colorado … [Read more...]
Whiff of Fresh Springtime Air
Forget the groundhog. News like this stirs the baseball lover's heart that spring is coming very soon: the Detroit Tigers' pitchers & catchers report to training camp in Lakeland, Fla, today. The boys of summer are emerging from hibernation. Another season of America's game looms over the horizon. For the first time in a dozen years, this Tigers team has a serious chance at a winning record and playoff contention - enough to bring a big smile to this longsuffering fan's careworn face. … [Read more...]
Dawgs in ESPN’s Doghouse
While we're on the subject of sports, I think somebody ought to point out to Hugh that ESPN has released its annual ranking of major professional sports franchises, based on extensive surveys and statistically rigorous criteria. Who's sitting in the absolute basement of the 92 franchises (NHL excluded for obvious reasons) for 2005? Answer: Cleveland Browns. Ouch! Let's just say the Broncos fared quite a bit better. … [Read more...]
On Ice? Not This NHL Season
So... pro hockey fans, anyone out there shocked to learn that the National Hockey League has pulled the plug on the entire season? Yes, it's a first for any major North American professional sports league, to cancel an entire season. MLB, the NBA, the NFL, they've all lost parts of seasons to labor disputes, but nothing this radical. Anyone taking bets on the future status of the NHL? Now, admittedly, I write as one who has scarcely noticed that the NHL season was "on ice" (or "off ice," depending on your fondness for metaphors). I usually tune in around the time of the playoffs. The whole quest for the Stanley Cup can be interesting, and I would watch several playoff games a year. But not much of a time or interest investment. … [Read more...]
For Old Times’ Sake
Ever get nostalgic for the 2004 Colorado US Senate race? It played a big part in putting the Rocky Mountain Alliance on the map. Time marches on in the political world, and those who were the fodder for such discussion less than a year ago have moved on in their endeavors. It's kind of like skimming through your high school yearbook and wondering, "Where are they now?" While the new Senator Ken Salazar has been hard at "bipartisan" work on Capitol Hill pulling weight for new Attorney General Alberto Gonzales and urging a block to funding of Army chemical transportation studies, some of the other political actors from the recent campaign season have popped into the news today. … [Read more...]
I’m Back
In case you hadn't noticed, I'd taken a prolonged hiatus from posting. While I was gone, Mount Virtus passed the one-year anniversary mark. A lot has changed since the first post last February, but I hope the commitment to quality remains the same. So why has the site been so quiet of late? I very recently spent a week at the Biblical Counseling Training Conference in Lafayette, Indiana, a positive and intense experience that has already brought me greater attention to two things: 1. The need for personal spiritual discipline and focused spiritual growth in my life; AND 2. The need for more serious spiritual interaction in the lives of those God has placed in my path. The conference was a tremendous experience and one I … [Read more...]
Pats to Beat Patsies
For what it's worth, taking my pro-Tom Brady bias into account, here's my prediction for Super Bowl XXXIX: NEW ENGLAND 27 PHILADELPHIA 13 Or, as you can envision the headline on Monday's sports pages... "PATS BEAT PATSIES" New England claims dynasty mantle with 27-13 Super Bowl win … [Read more...]
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