The progressiveness and uniqueness of cultures over human history – no matter how extreme, how far to the left or right – have not manufactured new and distinct human behaviors. A man behaves in much the same way as man always has. Therefore, while one’s culture may certainly drive his or her behaviors, it does … Continue reading Human Nature vs Human Culture
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Rising Above
Labels can be limiting, close-minded, and ultimately de-humanizing. I challenge you to rise above them. Ask yourself: Do you see your friends as being a part of a certain group or a set of beliefs? When you hear a name, do you think of the shared memories with your friend? Or do you, instead, think … Continue reading Rising Above
Book Review: “If You Can Keep It: The Forgotten Promise of American Liberty” by Eric Metaxas
BOOK REVIEW If You Can Keep It: The Forgotten Promise of American Liberty by Eric Metaxas A story takes us back to the streets of Philadelphia during the Constitutional Convention in the Summer of 1787. A certain Mrs. Powell approaches Benjamin Franklin as he exits Constitution Hall, asking him, "Well, doctor, what have be got? … Continue reading Book Review: “If You Can Keep It: The Forgotten Promise of American Liberty” by Eric Metaxas
Misunderstanding American Freedom
“The idea of freedom can be misunderstood in a variety of ways… The ‘liberal’ misunderstanding of American freedom, in short, is when freedom – or liberty – is confused with license. License to do anything at any time is not what the founders had in mind when they were talking about freedom...Not long after … Continue reading Misunderstanding American Freedom