If you have yet to experience Herman Cain's odd new political advertisement, the time has come. [If you DID experience the ad, you've already had your "what the HELL?! moment; feel free to proceed to the commentary.]  Herman Cain aptly demonstrates his lack of ability and judge… Read full post »

 As the Occupy movement eases past the two-month mark, everyone seems to be discussing the future of the Occupation. Individual trends and motivations are apparent for each of the major groups involved in the conversation, but a common theme has also emerged. Setting aside the obvious pos… Read full post »

 Since the Occupy Wall Street movement began--and since the mainstream media [MSM] actually began to cover it--one thing that really stands out to me is the effect mainstream media labels have on the perspective of the population. Labels are words that, when used, evoke some type of… Read full post »

One of the most effective tactics on the part of the anti-#OccupyWallStreet and #wearethe99% movements is attempting to shame participants into silence. Got laid off? Your own fault, and go take a shower, you filthy hippie. And get a haircut and a job, while you’re at it. Lost your home?… Read full post »

 America’s current situation has resulted in a lot of debating over our system of taxation. Most of us seem to agree that the government needs to stop spending so much, and that we need more tax revenue. Then, the divide begins.

The Republicans generally argue that 50% of Americans… Read full post »