Aggregate mortality in America from selected risks from 1990 to the present. “In this world there is always danger for those who are afraid of it.” – George Bernard Shaw “As the ostrich when pursued hideth his head, but forgetteth his body; so the fears of a coward expose him to danger.” … Read more
Learned Limb is back. After more than a year on sabatical, Learned Limb, Jesus’ own Judge, is back, flexing his sinewey mind in the service of Our Lord. I encourage you to visit his home among the various tubes of the internets and be showered with his manly love (of God).
My wife, Lauren, recently needed to write an essay for a job application. She chose a topic close to her policy geek husband’s heart: corporate personhood. I was so delighted I asked her permission to post it here. Recently sighted on a T-shirt at a political rally: “A person who is considered to be property … Read more
"You will be known by the company you keep"
A one-time-only screening of the acclaimed documentary about the sacrifices of men and women at war in Iraq is scheduled at 1pm this Sunday, September 17. The Ground Truth directed by Patricia Foulkrod, made a powerful impression at the 2006 Sundance Film Festival. Admission is free, but donations will be accepted … Read more