Your Brain on Steroids?

David Safier

by David Safier Are brain enhancement drugs the rough equivalent of steroids? A few weeks ago, the New York Times ran an article about the new batch of drugs that can increase your ability to concentrate and allow you to continue working for long periods of time without sleep. I agree with those who say … Read more

Ben Stein: “Teach Intelligent Design”

David Safier

by David Safier Awhile back, I applauded Ben Stein for breaking with his conservative brethren and calling for higher taxes on the rich. At the end of the post, I wrote, “Ben Stein, you’€™re this Tax-and-Spend Liberal’€™s new best friend.” Let me qualify that statement. When it comes to tax policy, Ben and I agree. … Read more

First Post – In Defense of Liberty!

Michael Bryan

by John Adams First of all, thanks to Mike Bryan and Blog for Arizona for the opportunity to contribute to this exciting, progressive community.  It’s a privilege to share our thoughts on today’s issues. Since this is my first post, please allow a brief introduction. I retired from Active Duty in the US Army in … Read more

Graf Resignation Not Prelude to New Campaign… not for office, anyhow

Michael Bryan

by Michael Bryan After Arizona 8th reported that Randy Graf resigned from the Pima GOP Executive Committee, there was some speculation that perhaps Graf was getting ready to mount a campaign. There had been rumors in the past that Graf was considering a run for Pima County Supervisor in District 4, challenging incumbent Ray Carroll. … Read more

High Stakes Fudging on No Child Left Behind

David Safier

by David Safier School Districts all over the country are inflating their graduation rates, some by over 20%. Mississippi keeps two sets of graduation books. One says the rate is 87%, the other 63%. Inflation of graduation rates and standardized test scores has gone on for years, but NCLB has turned it into an epidemic, … Read more

More on Bush’s War on Public Schools

David Safier

by David Safier Mike Bryan suggested I expand on yesterday’s post about the Bush administration’s War on Public Schools, using some of the information I later added in the Comments section. OK, Mike, here it is. As I wrote yesterday, the War on Public Schools began during the Reagan years, accelerated during Bush I, and … Read more

Drinking Liberally with Brigadier General John Adams

Michael Bryan

This Thursday at 6pm at the Shanty on 4th Avenue, Drinking Liberally’s special guest will be Brigadier General John Adams. The General recently retired from a distinguished career in the Army. His most recent duties included Deputy United States Military Representative to NATO’s military committee and Asst. Dept. Chief of Staff for Intelligence on the … Read more

Pics from the Pacific Life Open

David Safier

by David Safier Here are some photos I took from the stands at the Open.

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