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Racism and Xenophobia at the Movies

July 8th, 2008 · 2 Comments

This is something that crosses my mind every now and again.  I’ve watched many an episode of South Park and I’ve seen my fair share of risque comedians, movies, and television shows.  And, I’ll be honest.  I laughed at the jokes.  We all have at some point.
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Bush and the Olympics Revisited

April 11th, 2008 · No Comments

Well, now I feel dumb for even posting on this yesterday. Rev. Mike Poage, a United Church of Christ minister in Wichita, Kansas, wrote a letter conveying the same feelings I’ve had about the possibility of President Bush boycotting the opening ceremonies of the Olympics. I’m posting it in its entirety here with permission:
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Why Bush SHOULD Go to Bejing

April 10th, 2008 · 9 Comments

Let me be very clear: I support the human rights activists who are protesting and boycotting. If I lived in a city where the torch was coming through, I’d be right there with them. I support the plight of the Tibetans and I believe they should be free from oppression. I get [...] Read more »

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