Category Archives: politics

Explosion at Iran’s Natanz uranium enrichment facility

Posted on 9 July 2020 by

Updated… Here’s the latest analysis from ISIS, the Institute for Science and International Security, on the “fire” at Iran’s uranium enrichment facility at Natanz. It was an explosion, probably due to a vehicle filled with high-grade explosives. I wonder if … Continue reading →

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The U.S. made a political error by killing Qasem Soleimani

Posted on 3 January 2020 by

According to Wikipedia, General Qasem Soleimani “was promoted to Major General by Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Khamenei was described as having a close relationship with him, calling Soleimani a “living martyr” and helping him financially.” [Source] In my analysis, killing … Continue reading →

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The Truth About Bump Stocks

Posted on 19 December 2018 by

There exists a fundamental human right: self-defense. This right is every bit as important and primary as the right to freedom of speech and freedom of the press. Without self-defense, criminals and evildoers would destroy individual lives, families, and societies. … Continue reading →

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Prediction: A Conservative Tidal Wave After The Warning

Posted on 10 October 2018 by

The Warning of Garabandal is an event predicted by the visionaries of Garabandal, Spain, who had visions and messages from the Blessed Virgin Mary in the 1960’s. The Warning is an event whereby God shows each person the sins on … Continue reading →

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Nuclear Weapons and Catholic Ethics

Posted on 27 June 2018 by

The recent Popes have spoken against nuclear weapons and nuclear proliferation. They have repeatedly called for total disarmament worldwide. They have also condemned the use and even the possession of these weapons. Second Vatican Council: “Any act of war aimed … Continue reading →

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The New German Law against Hate Speech

Posted on 4 July 2017 by

Here’s the news story: New German Law Forces Facebook To Remove Hate Speech or Pay Over $50 Million — In an address on Friday, one of the main supporters of the bill, Justice Minister Heiko Maas, said, “Freedom of expression … Continue reading →

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Electoral College vs. Popular Vote: which States lose out

Posted on 17 November 2016 by

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If the U.S. switches (by changing the Constitution) from the Electoral College to a simple count of the popular vote as a way to choose the President and Vice President, which States gain influence over that choice, and which States … Continue reading →

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Commentary on the Recent POTUS Election

Posted on 15 November 2016 by

I have a low opinion of the vast majority of politicians. Many politicians have numerous unrepentant mortal sins on their conscience, and it shows in their public behavior. Conservatism is not Catholicism. Jesus was not a conservative or a liberal. … Continue reading →

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The Warning will change the landscape of Politics worldwide

Posted on 10 November 2016 by

The next possible date for the Warning is Good Friday, 2017. Whenever the Warning occurs, it will change the landscape of politics worldwide. At the Warning, on Good Friday, God will illuminate every person’s conscience, and each person will understand … Continue reading →

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When Politicians say “We are a nation of laws”

Posted on 25 October 2016 by

When politicians say “We are a nation of laws”, I cringe. It is true that our nation needs laws. Our society is governed and structured largely by law. But it is a problem when human laws are treated as if … Continue reading →

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The heretical rejection of Just War Doctrine

Posted on 15 April 2016 by

The doctrine of just war is not merely a theory. It is not properly called “just war theory”, but “just war doctrine”, just as it is phrased in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Catechism of the Catholic Church on … Continue reading →

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If Catholics voted by the teachings of Jesus and His Church

Posted on 7 April 2016 by

If Catholics in the United States cast their votes in each election according to the teachings of Jesus and His Church, the political landscape would be vastly different. Catholics are 20% of the U.S. population, but in some States Catholics … Continue reading →

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Is the killing of Christians by ISIS a genocide?

Posted on 11 March 2016 by

Genocide is essentially the grave sin of murder, applied to a large group of human persons. Originally, the term was specific to the murder of a large group of persons of the same race or ethnicity. But morally there is … Continue reading →

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Denmark: legalized government theft from the poor

Posted on 3 February 2016 by

The news report is here: Denmark legalizes confiscation of valuables from immigrants (CNN) This new law in Denmark allows the government to seize cash, jewelry, watches, mobile phones, computers, and other valuables (except for things of sentimental value) from “asylum … Continue reading →

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An error in: Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship

Posted on 8 January 2016 by

Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship (FCFC) is a teaching document of the USCCB on the participation by Catholics in civil politics. Overall, the document is well-written and offers many good insights into the conflicts between the Catholic conscience and the … Continue reading →

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Stupid Politicians opine on how to defeat ISIS

Posted on 19 December 2015 by

There’s a nice article at the guardian on Republican presidential candidates’ ideas on how to fight ISIS: “Anti-Isis proposals floated at Republican debate would likely be war crimes”. Senator Ted Cruz proposed carpet bombing ISIS troops wherever they are. Later … Continue reading →

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The Hubris of the Paris Agreement

Posted on 13 December 2015 by

My position on climate change is simple. The world is getting warmer, due to human activity. With over 7 billion persons on the face of the earth, there is a vast and serious effect on the environment by civilization. However, … Continue reading →

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Intrinsic Evil and Voting

Posted on 20 November 2015 by

The USCCB has voted to issue a new Catholic voter’s guide: “The bishops also voted 217-16-2 in favor of on a new introductory note and 210-21-5 for a limited revision to their quadrennial statement on political responsibility, “Forming Consciences for … Continue reading →

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The Problem with Pro-life Politics

Posted on 24 October 2015 by

Wouldn’t it be wonderful if we could somehow elect a pro-life president, and then obtain enough votes on the Supreme Court to overturn Roe v. Wade? What would happen if we could elect enough pro-life congressmen to outlaw abortion? I … Continue reading →

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How Will the Warning affect the 2016 U.S. Presidential Election?

Posted on 26 August 2015 by

The Warning of Garabandal, which is the same as the first secret of Medjugorje, occurs 7 months from now, on Good Friday of 2016 (March 25th). In this brief event, every sinner on earth will be shown the sins still … Continue reading →

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