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As I see it, true Christianity is much different from the Christian religion that many condemn. Indeed, true Christianity often attracts nonbelievers, rather than offending them.  Loving Service This real Christianity includes serving others by giving to the poor, helping th …

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Will U.S. Economy Improve or Get Worse By End of Year? -- POLL

The U.S. economy has been improving slowly since the official end of the recession. But there are indications that even this slow improvement may not continue during the rest of this year. In recent months the number of new jobs created has not been as large as expected. Fu …

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Time to Raise the United States Minimum Wage? Includes POLL

Is it time to raise the minimum wage in the United States again? Eighteen states already have set minimum wages higher than the federal minimum wage, as of January 1, 2012 according to a U.S. Department of Labor webpage1. The federal minimum wage has been $7.25 per hou …

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Eating a Healthy Vegan Diet for Less Than $5 a Day -- Includes POLL

Persons can eat a healthy vegan diet for less than $5 a day. In many cases the foods that are best for our health are much cheaper than junk food. Food is perhaps the most important item in the typical person’s budget. We all eat, don’t we?  But most of us can s …

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Resurrection from the Dead Is Impossible -- Or Is It?

For Jesus or anyone to rise to life again from the dead is scientifically impossible – or is it? Years ago, before modern embalming techniques were employed on bodies, it was common for people to stay awake with a dead body at what was called a “wake.” One reaso …

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Kentucky Wildcats Basketball -- A Fan's Perspective

I am joyous! Maybe millions of other University of Kentucky (UK) Wildcats men’s basketball fans around Kentucky and the world are, too! UK won its eighth men’s NCAA basketball championship last Monday night (April 2, 2012). The University of Kentucky (UK) basketball t …

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U.S. Soldier Allegedly Kills Innocent Afghans -- If Guilty, What Penalty? Includes POLLS

If a United States soldier is guilty of a horrendous crime in another country overseas, should he get the death penalty? Should he be sentenced to life in prison? Or would such an individual certainly be so mentally ill that he ought only be treated in a ment …

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Snow in Lexington, Kentucky -- A Beautiful Sight March 5, 2012

Perhaps the most beautiful snow I’ve seen in my life arrived here in Lexington, Kentucky overnight last night. The pictures I took today near my apartment do not do it justice.  Overnight we received about 3 or 4 inches of marvelous wet snow.

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Tornadoes and Severe Storms in Kentucky -- and Several Other States

Tornadoes and severe storms are hitting much of the central and southern United States again on Friday, March 2, 2012.

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Copyright Laws -- Shorten and Simplify Copyright Protection -- Includes POLLS

Copyright law in the United States is much more complex than it used to be. During my childhood in the 1960s and early 1970s, it was often relatively easy to learn how long a copyright was good for in the United States. U.S.

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How High Will Gasoline Prices Go in the U.S. This Year? Includes POLL

Recently some so-called experts forecast record gas prices this year. How high will gas prices go in 2012? Though "experts" weigh in with predictions, their views are always based on assumptions that are subject to change.   Among the numerous artic …

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Barack Obama -- Evaluating the President's First 3 Years -- Includes POLL

How is President Obama doing after three years in office?   Economy  After increasing substantially during the opening months of his Presidency, the official United States unemployment rate has declined fairly steadily for over two years.

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Why Ralph Nader Could Have Been a Better President Than Barack Obama or John McCain -- POLL

I feel Ralph Nader could have been a much better President than either Barack Obama or John McCain who were the two major party candidates in the 2008 presidential election.

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Wearing High Heel Shoes -- Definite Health Risks -- Any Benefits?

I remember watching women struggle to walk in high-heeled shoes. I remember women talking about how their feet hurt at the end of the day after wearing high-heels for several hours.

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Should Legalized Gambling Be Expanded? POLL

With many states experiencing budget problems, there are calls for expanding legalized gambling as a way to generate more revenue.

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Firing Joe Paterno Not Justified Based on Public Info, Including Washington Post Interview Published Today -- POLL

Why did Penn State fire its football coach, Joe Paterno? Based on the information released to the public and reported by numerous media outlets, it seems an overreaction to fire Paterno.  Today the Washington Post* published on its website an interview it says was conducted …

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Homosexual Rights, Yes; Gay Marriage No; POLL

One reason homosexuals seek to be legally married is so that they can get benefits normally allowed only to married couples. But do they really need all such benefits? A primary reason that employers and governments provide family benefits to married couples is to ensu …

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Kentucky State Botanical Garden -- Arboretum -- Great Place to Walk and Observe Plants

  I love taking nature hikes.  And walking in a botanical garden is one way to see a very diverse assortment of beautiful plants. I feel fortunate to be able to do so without leaving the city or area I live in.

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Gambling -- Entertainment and/or Revenue Source and/or Sin -- POLL

Some view gambling as fun entertainment and an easy way to make money. I strongly disagree. I dislike even small bets for fun.

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Flat Tax -- Good Idea or Bad Idea? POLL

A flat federal income tax would enjoy the advantage of being simple. But to generate the same amount of revenue as the current system, it would likely produce a big disadvantage for the majority of citizens.

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Happy Veteran's Day! Honor Veterans but Seek to Avoid Future Ones By Ending War -- POLL

When written in the customary U.S. shorthand, today’s date is 11-11-11. Even one unnecessary death or injury due to war is one too many. Veterans Day 2011 is today, November 11, 2011.

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This Thanksgiving Let's Do More Thanks Giving

I love Thanksgiving! I am blessed immeasurably! Every day truly ought to be a Thanksgiving Day for me.

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Tenth Anniversary of 911 Thoughts -- Attacks Likely Aimed at Symbols of Evil -- Not Innocent People

The horrible tragedy on September 11, 2001 may be remembered as long as human civilization exists.

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A New Pledge of Allegiance: Poll

The words to the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America are a bit controversial. Some want the phrase “under God” removed.

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I am a very ecumenical Christian who seeks to love everyone. Before becoming a Christian, for several years I was an agnostic. I respect persons of al …

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