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Religion & Spirituality > Wicca & Witchcraft Do you believe in witchcraft?: 4 of 25

Yes... ...What? The question was simply, "Do you believe in witchcraft?" and the answer is yes. Were you expecting some long and drawn out explanation as to why exactly I feel it is feasible to believe in a legitimate form of witchcraft? Well, I suppose I can swallow my pride and address the topic properly. When addressing s... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Politics in Europe Should the US place missile defenses in Europe despite Russia's opposition?: 3 of 15

With the current status of the war in Iraq, it's easy to see why many Americans would be opposed to committing any more forces or tax dollars to military purposes. Even the most stalwart supporters of the war on terror have begun to cringe at the thought of the long, drawn-out struggle to come. However, though the proposed d... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Mythology & Folklore The lifestyle choice of being a vampire: 7 of 23

What is the nature of the lifestyle choice of a "vampire?" Indeed. I will not mince words; it is only out of the most extreme recesses of boredom that I now condescend to indulge you. In addition, I do not intend to let a group of foolish cattle soil my essence. First, allow me to disarm any notions as to my identity. I am n... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Political Issues Do human rights exist in the US?: 8 of 25

Human rights is a subject so often quarreled over that, in this day and age, it has become difficult to know exactly what human rights are. When writing the Declaration of Independence, America's founding fathers were compelled to believe that "certain unalienable rights" were endowed to all men. These were, in their words, ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > War in Iraq Analyzing Bush's decision to enter Iraq: 27 of 62

"You ever had one of those wars where everything goes wrong?" The war in Iraq has touched us all, unfortunately in all the wrong places. The war that we entered so willingly has now become the proverbial thorn in our sides. Who would have ever thought that a war could be such an unpleasant thing? Facetious comments aside, th... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Crowning of a king: 20 of 30

"Someone check those windows," shoots a voice from behind. We're all fluid. We're all frantic. We haven't much time. I smell the distinct aroma of stale beer as I pass through the door into the small pub. The Cross and Dagger we call it. "Somebody shut that door!" Luca shouldn't be shouting, we'll have enough trouble hiding ... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Atheism & Agnosticism If God created everything, who created God: 50 of 60

Let's face it - it's a valid question. However, it is a valid question with an incorrect premise. I'll keep it short and sweet as I'm sure most of you are sick of self-absorbed writers trying to prove themselves (like me). By asking who created God, we are placing the same constraints on God as we are under. It's understanda... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing Tips Tips for writing horror fiction: 16 of 17

Writing horror fiction is much like writing regular fiction, in the respect that it is all about balance. Writitng horror fiction is a "zen" thing. Writing horror fiction is also unlike writing regular fiction because the writer tends to have more freedom. The realm of the supernatural provides a massive canvas for the aspir... More..