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Politics, News & Issues > News Industry How the media uses scare tactics to portray potentially negative news: 1 of 55
Millions of dollars are spent annually researching ways to get you to watch today's television offerings. News outlets are no different than the latest sitcom when it comes to pursuing ratings. All consumer hot buttons are studied, not the least of which is fear. If you are a professional channel surfer like I am, you know yo... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Bible Study Bible: Word of God or work of the devil?: 24 of 115
Is the Bible the Word of God or work of the devil? What a question. Why would anyone ask? It certainly has sparked an interesting debate on both sides, but many on both sides have one thing in common, they really don't know much about the subject. Those who enjoy discrediting the Bible are usually the most ignorant and have a... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Religion & Spirituality (Other) Should one's faith influence a citizen's vote?: 67 of 307
A person's faith or lack thereof will always influence an individual's vote. This may be a subtle influence, but it will be there regardless. Faith, for those who claim to have it, is a guiding influence in decision making and becomes a "moral compass", if you will. Those without faith, will vote based on personal wants and n... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Government & Policies Are gun control laws compatible with the Constitution's right to bear arms provisions?: 7 of 32
First lets look at the question. "Are gun control laws compatible with the Constitution's right to bear arms provisions?" It clearly has the word "right" in it.I shouldn't have to tell you that a "right" cannot be taken away, as opposed to a privilege. Driving a car is a privilege, not owning a firearm.Unfortunately, when you... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Doctrine & Issues Born again: Who says you will not go to hell if you accept Jesus as your saviour: 4 of 7
The Bible plainly indicates that a true Christian is to continually grow spiritually both in everyday life and in knowledge. Unfortunately, and this was given as a sign of the "end times", many continue to miss the simple truths regarding Christianity and the Christian life. I could share many experiences where God has correc... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Climate Change Is global warming a hoax?: 23 of 40
The "global warming" issue is a product of greed and ego. Unfortunately, later generations have become intellectually lazy and accept whatever is presented by mass media as fact. Environmentalists, although there are some with good intentions, will not deal with facts if they differ from their preconceived notions. Read this ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > News (Other) The importance of seeking a balance in positive news to combat the negative: 70 of 113
Its critically important to maintain a balance between good news and bad. Most of the time we see things in a worse light than they are, and its important for us to realize it. Often, we have a "knee-jerk" reaction to negative news before evaluating it realistically, instead of emotionally. There's certainly no shortage of de... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Climate Change Is Al Gore right to call global warming the most serious problem facing America today?: 10 of 15
The question as to whether Al Gore has the right to call global warming the most serious problem facing America today is easily answered. He is certainly free to make any comments he wants on any subject, but he is hardly qualified to give an opinion on global conditions. By the way, where is the proof there is global warming... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms Is 40 really the new 30?: 86 of 115
At the beginning of the 1900's there was an explosion in knowledge and technology which has caused the length and quality of life to improve for most people. Life expectancy at that time was in the 40's. Fortunately its crowding 80 and looks like it will continue to increase. This being the case, age seems to be less of a fac... More..
Sports & Recreation > Hunting The down side of hollow point rifle bullets for hunters: 3 of 4
I must admit, I was curious and a little amused that anyone would condemn a particular bullet design in such a sweeping fashion. The "anti-gunners" will take a discussion like this and run miles with it. Thus, once again, limited experience and emotion have spawned a discussion, which apparently, needs some clarification.Firs... More..