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Republicans, not Democrats, will turn America into a Socialist Country

Watching the devolution of the Republican party under Trump’s leadership has convinced me that Republicans, not Democrats, will turn America into a socialist nation. Before the trolls call me deranged, deluded, or worse, a closet Democrat, I propose a few premises that I think most Americans can agree on before presenting my argument.  The first […]

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Thanksgiving Day Gratitude: An American Tradition

Thanksgiving is a uniquely American holiday. And in many ways it is a perfect symbol of our national character. The stories that we feed ourselves, tales of grateful Pilgrims, peaceful Indians, and bountiful tables of turkey and pumpkin pie are completely false. Just as false as the story that hard work, faith, and education will

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High Schoolers, Drugs, and Community Realities

Ostensibly, my town is composed of two key demographics: cautious and conservative government personnel and their families. Because of its geographical proximity to two separate military posts, plus neighborhood amenities such as middle and high schools and the Jesus Christ Church of Latter-Day Saints, the community presents a reserved attitude that shields it from any public interest. Nevertheless, the

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