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Voter Intelligence Reform On GeoCities

Campaign finance reform is a bad idea. Actually, it is a collection of bad ideas. This column takes a quick look at several of them.

Voting Our Embarrassment

1999 has been a bad year for conservative Republicans, and the GOP leadership is driving many from the party. I call on conservatives to remain and on the leadership to change.

When 4 Million isn't 4 Million

Steve Forbes claimed to have 4 million hits during the first 24 hours that his site was open. He may have had 4 million "hits" but that number may be deceiving.

A Strategy for General Powell

General Powell's support for Affirmative Action and legalized abortion could cost him conservative support. I suggest ideas for keeping conservatives on his side.

Podhoretz Was Wrong About Buchanan

John Podhoretz wrote an attack piece against Pat Buchanan in September 1999. I argue against the smear and mischaracterizations that he makes.

The Moderate Quiz

In the summer of '99, I ran a poll that asked my readers what stands on the issues make one a moderate. Interestingly enough, many would have called me a moderate.

We Are Not Frogs

The boiling frog analogy is popular in many conservative circles, but it really isn't valid for most political arguments.

Dowd Goes Ka-dud

I expose the shallowness and possible racist attitudes in a Maureen Dowd column about Alan Keyes and Republican Party.

Delaware and South Carolina

As these two primaries approach, I give more reasons why John McCain should never be the GOP nominee.

Are We Slouching Yet?

After John McCain won the Michigan primary, I take a half-humorous look at the race.

Many Concerns, No Regrets

I've neglected my website for a few weeks to spend more time volunteering for a Republican Congressional candidate. I share a few observations about that race.

Lying RINO Alert

Those who would destroy the GOP from within have a new strategy this year. I alert my readers to this strategy.

From the Texas GOP Convention

I attended all three days of the Texas Republican convention in June. I give this newcomer's eye view of the process.

Happy Birthday Dr. Paul

I attended Dr. Ron Paul's birthday party and campaign fundraiser on August 20. It was a perfect day with great Americans.


Society and Culture

I Will Not Bow

Technology is a wonderful thing, but it must remain a servant and not a god. I give three examples of our society foolishly looking for "technological messiahs."

My Green Ribbon

"The pen is mightier than the sword," and I support the Green Ribbon for Responsibility in Free Speech campaign because we must use our First Amendment rights wisely.

Everybody Does It - The Politics of Spite

The sad truth is that many Americans don't care about Clinton's abuse of power because they see him as a way to get revenge on others.

Logic and a Dog's Tail On GeoCities

The term "logical" is overused and often misused in political debates. If people don't agree on the premises, they won't agree on what is "logical." I give three examples from the gun control debate.

Stopping a Liberal Fast-Break On GeoCities

Conservatives made some mistakes in their analysis and discussion of the Latrell Sprewell situation. This column examines the incident more accurately.

Responding to Mr. Weyrich

Paul Weyrich wrote a letter to conservative leaders suggesting that conservatives must abandon the political approach to the culture war. This article comments on the strengths and weaknesses of his letter.

I resolve for a Conservative New Year

On New Year's Eve, 1998, I make several observations about the year just past and offer resolutions for the year to come.

I resolve for a Conservative New Year - 2000

On New Year's Eve, 1999, I again pontificate about the past year and offer resolutions for the year to come.

Nothing New Under the Sun

This is a fun but serious commentary on solar power.

Just One Life

The argument that "If it saves just one life, it is worth it" is dishonest and ridiculous.

The Murderer's Question

"Am I my brother's keeper?" Actually, no one is his brother's keeper, and the history of this question tells us why.


Diversity, AA, and Racial Issues

The False Premises of AA

Affirmative Action is based on two false premises. Exposing these premises is an important step in showing that AA has become counterproductive.

Racism, Sensitivity, and Paranoia

Originally published on the Commoners Home Page, this article describes my experience in an anti-discrimination class and why these classes do more harm than good.

Diversity, Yes - Affirmative Action, No On GeoCities

Diversity isn't necessarily a bad thing, especially on a college campus. This column makes subtle distinctions between positive diversity and politically correct racism.

Madison Opposed Slavery

Some say that our Founding Fathers were racist, but James Madison wrote strongly against slavery in The Federalist Papers. We need to understand that part of our heritage.


Education

Wag the Classroom

The man who "loathed" the military calls retired military people to save public education. This proposal is as empty as Clinton's other education ideas.

Self-Esteem is a Good Thing

A good education should lead to good self-esteem, but real self-esteem will only come from real accomplishment.

If this is the future....

The primary theme of this article is my expression of appreciation for the students and faculty of Tennessee Tech University, but an important secondary message is that conservatives sometimes underestimate the young people of today.

Testing for Power and Profit

Bill Clinton's plans for national education testing were nothing but political pork for the liberal education bureaucracy.


Government's Proper Place

Teddy and the Sweatshirt On GeoCities

In some instances, the government is right to protect labor from capital. However, too much interference harms everyone.

Boxing Clinton

Bill Clinton's attitude towards the second Holyfield-Tyson fight reveals his character.

Peacetime Draft - Bad Idea

A peacetime draft as a form of social engineering is as wrong as any other form of social engineering. Furthermore, our country is not ready to deal with some of the issues that this draft would raise.

From TJ to ADM

The truth of Thomas Jefferson's presidential legacy is that he made wise decisions for the good of America. While he advocated limited government as an ideal, he knew when to go beyond a narrow interpretation of his powers.

H.R. 2431 Good Intentions, Bad Law On GeoCities

The goals of the religious persecution act are noble, but creating a new federal bureaucracy is rarely the best way to accomplish anything. This bill should be streamlined into a simple sanctions bill against Sudan.

Rethinking "Marriage Penalty" Opposition

I've come to view the elimination of the "marriage penalty" as one more bipartisan federal government shell game. The time has come to quit playing these kinds of games and reduce government spending.

Foreign Affairs

Win What?

While John McCain postures, Dan Quayle has asked the most important question about Kosovo. I have several questions of my own to add.


The Kosovo War

I have done some research on the history of Kosovo and describe my opposition to the Kosovo War in terms of both history and current world politics. This commentary is long, and I give a good list of online references.

Kosovo: A Year Later On GeoCities

A little over a year after we began an unjust war on Yugoslavia, the extent of our failure is obvious.

The Elian Issue - Just to be Clear

Conservatives are split over the fate of Elian Gonzales. I recognize good principles on each side, but he should be allowed to stay in America.


Clinton Scandals

Commendation over Censure

Passage of a censure resolution entails dangers and controversies of several kinds, but the Senate could rightfully pass a resolution commending Henry Hyde and the House Managers for their courageous pursuit of justice.

Justice, Not Stones

A proper understanding of the Scriptural quote "Let he who is without sin cast the first stone" makes it clear that using this idea to defend Clinton is silly.

Has He Governed Yet?

The question of whether Clinton can still govern after the Lewinsky scandal prompts the question of whether he has governed yet.

UNACCEPTABLE

Clinton's August 17th speech after his grand jury testamony was unacceptable. He only confirmed that he is unfit to occupy the presidency.

A Positive "Chilling Effect"

Forcing Secret Service agents to testify against Clinton would make all Americans more secure.

Holding Up the Baby On GeoCities

In Stephen King's novel The Dead Zone, the public turns against a corrupt politician. Why are people still defending Clinton?

Winning the Battle and the War On GeoCities

This column originally appeared when the Monica Lewinsky scandal broke. Conservatives have two goals and must pursue both.

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