Necessary Evil
The Heart of Peace ... the Individual
Dave GallagherI am convinced that respect for the person promotes peace -Pope Benedict XVI
Opinions
These are the most current opinion columns on Freedom's Phoenix:
Necessary Evil
The Libertarian
IT SURE COSTS A LOT OF TAX MONEY TO MAKE THINGS 'AFFORDABLE'
Vin SuprynowiczLet’s suppose you manage a restaurant -- one of the pricier variety, with white tablecloths and some hefty double-digit prices in your menu.
A family comes in, is seated, and looks over that menu. Then one of the adults takes you aside and asks,
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LETTUCE TAKE BACK AMERICA
Frosty Wooldridge
The Libertarian
'I'LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMAS, YOU CAN PLAN ON ME'
Vin SuprynowiczAnd now the bustling streets and malls fall strangely quiet. In many a home the living room rests ankle-deep in an effluvia of ribbons and paper and bows, while in the background someone has left the TV running -- Alastair Sim throws open his window
My Christmas Greeting
Chuck BaldwinPlease allow me to join your family and friends in wishing you a very blessed and Merry Christmas. Along with many others, I am praying that God will continue to shower His protection and provision upon our land.
The Libertarian
A MISSION TO BEIJING
Vin SuprynowiczI see where the Republicrat congresscritters in Washington are pounding on their desks, insisting that the minimum wage be hiked so they can brag they’ve done something for the working man.
Meantime, a high-profile U.S. delegation led by Treasury
Reflexiones Libertarias
¡PURO CHILE!
Ricardo ValenzuelaDurante ya muchos años, hemos alzado la voz para señalar la forma tan irresponsable en que algunos periodistas—concepto diferente al de analistas profesionales—en lugar de simplemente cumplir su función, informar de hechos sucedidos, se dan a la tare
Get Government Out of Christmas
Howard BlitzIn a free society individuals are not concerned about whether they can wish someone Merry Christmas or have religious displays on their property without fear of offending anyone. It is sad that individuals today worry that they might upset someone
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WILL THE UNITED STATES SINK LIKE THE TITANIC?
Frosty Wooldridge
The Libertarian
SEN. KENNEDY SEEKS TO FEDERALIZE STUDENT LOANS
Vin SuprynowiczLet’s suppose you had a service to offer, and you knew the average customer was willing (and could afford) to pay about $12,000 a year for it. Over a period of years, what price do you suppose you might arrive at for your service?
Yep.
Now le
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IMMIGRATION'S DESTRUCTION OF AMERICA'S MIDDLE CLASS
Frosty Wooldridge
What Patriotic Christians Can Do For America
Chuck BaldwinAmong the hundreds of email letters I receive, scores of them ask the same question: "I see the problem, but what can I do?" Today's column is an attempt to answer these people.
Stop Blaming Theology For Your Apathy
Chuck BaldwinIt is more than interesting to observe how professing Christians will use their own understanding of doctrine to either justify themselves or blame others.
Raising McCain With the Freedom of Speech
Dave HodgesJohn McCain has introduced a bill that would fine bloggers up to $300,000 for “offensive statements, photos and videos posted by visitors on comment boards”.
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AMERICA IN THE CROSSHAIRS OF INCOMPETENCE
Frosty Wooldridge
Reflexiones Libertarias
¿GOBIERNOS PRIVADOS?
Ricardo ValenzuelaHace unas semanas tuve la oportunidad de asistir al evento anual “Cumbre de la Libertad.” Además de mi participación como expositor, fui parte de su apertura que, como despertador, despegaba con un agresivo debate sobre el agitado tema de inmigración
The Libertarian
SHERIFF OPPOSES REGISTRATION -- IF HE CAN BE BELIEVED
Vin SuprynowiczIn a largely symbolic move reflecting frustration with the unwillingness of the federal government to enforce its own immigration laws, the Pahrump Town Board on Nov. 14 adopted an ordinance that bans the flying of foreign flags by themselves (as opp
The Libertarian
OUR SECOND NATIONAL HOLIDAY
Vin SuprynowiczAmericans make a big hubbub over the Fourth of July.
True, the victory of 1781 was an amazing triumph, and the vision of those gathered in Philadelphia five years before -- that men may rightfully form or disband governments at will, for the
A Day Really Worth Celebrating
Howard BlitzThis Friday December 15, 2006 is truly a day to rejoice for it is the 215th anniversary of the ratification of the Bill of Rights. Many attendees at the constitutional convention of 1787 were not completely convinced and wanted more assurance that t
The Libertarian
GOT PRICE-FIXED MILK?
Vin SuprynowiczIf Republicans passed a new, 20-cent-a-gallon tax on milk, what do you suppose the leadership of the Democratic Party -- the party of the working man -- would say?
Wait: Take that a step further. Let’s pretend Republicans wanted to charge poor pe
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SWALLOWING A SCORPION FROM MEXICO
Frosty Wooldridge
Is It Ignorance Or Misplaced Trust?
Chuck BaldwinFor the life of me, it is difficult, even exasperating, to understand how my fellow Christian ministers can excuse and condone the un-American and un-Christian actions and policies of modern politicians. What in the world is going on?
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THE PRESIDENT WEARS NO CLOTHES
Frosty Wooldridge
Reflexiones Libertarias
¿REALMENTE ERES DE IZQUIERDA?
Ricardo ValenzuelaDespués de la tempestad llega la calma. Pero ¿realmente ha llegado? Me sumerjo en los mares de nuestras confusiones ideológicas, por un solo motivo, identificar ese remolino de percudidas aguas en donde algunos aspirantes a navegar el buque, utilizan
The Libertarian
WHAT'S MISSING FROM THE LIST OF HIKERS' 'ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT'?
Vin SuprynowiczAlongside the Pinnacle Lake Trail in the Mount Baker/Snoqualmie National Forest, east of Everett, Washington, the bodies of hikers Mary Cooper, 56, and Susanna Stodden, 27, were found by a hiker on July 11.
The Seattle mother and daughter had eac
The Libertarian
JUSTICE ADMITS HE IGNORES EDICTS OF THE CONSTITUTION
Vin SuprynowiczTo enjoy the benefits of a rule of law, the law has to be predictable, knowable, and equitably enforced. If those in power can “reinterpret” or ignore the written law as they please, predictability evaporates. No one feels safe. Long-term investments
The Libertarian
BREATH TESTS FOR BUMS: PROBLEM IS IN THE FUNDING, NOT THE POLICY
Vin SuprynowiczWhy do you do a man a bigger favor by teaching him how to fish than by giving him a fish to eat? Because the latter plan leaves him hungry tomorrow; the former gives him a chance at self-sufficiency.
There are exceptions, but on balance, private
Fixing Elections
Dave HodgesIt is now time to begin to look for solutions for some of the previously identified problems which are threatening America.
Military Commissions Act: A Precursor To Tyranny?
Chuck BaldwinIn an interview with nationally syndicated radio talk show host Alex Jones, Rep. Ron Paul of Texas recently discussed President Bush's support for the Military Commissions Act.
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