What Punishment Fits Bernie Madoff’s Crime?
We have all heard the saying that “the punishment should fit the crime,” but opinions vary wildly when it comes to assigning specific penalties for specific crimes.
What is the appropriate punishment for Bernie Madoff? He has all but admitted to stealing $50 billion dollars, yet he is enjoying the comforts of his multimillion dollar New [...]
Ben Stein’s Lunacy and Roger Ebert’s Send-Up
I have a confession to make. Years ago, I was a fan of Ben Stein. I enjoyed his deadpan and sometimes droll sense of humor, and “Win Ben Stein’s Money” was a sure stop for me while channel surfing.
At the time, I was blissfully unaware of his fundie religious beliefs and his willingness [...]
It Is Not My Job To Fix The World
When I read articles or advertisements in the mainstream media dealing with alternative medicine, transcendental meditation, organic foods, and such, I feel anger. Why is that?
It is not my job to fix the world.
Right now, there are people spending money on water pills, a.k.a. homeopathic remedies, instead of going to the doctor. I [...]
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