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In America any child can grow up to be President!

Posted on November 2, 2008 by jlh

In his endorsement of Barack Obama. General Colin Powell referred to Kareem Rashad Sultan Khan, a young American patriot, age 14 on September 11, 2001. One in four people in Texas believe Barack Obama is a Muslim! Barack Obama’s a … Continue reading →

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Before you cast an historic vote…

Posted on October 29, 2008 by jlh

I seldom address politics, but in this once in a century moment, I’ll make an exception. I literally want to talk to you about the election— talk since I’m dictating my comments.  Many readers agree with me politically but there … Continue reading →

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One American Dream about to be realized

Posted on October 26, 2008 by jlh

And so even though we face the difficulties of today and tomorrow, I still have a dream. It is a dream deeply rooted in the American dream. I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and … Continue reading →

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How to commit murder but stay ritually pure

Posted on October 8, 2008 by jlh

Some commentators on PBS were discussing the gloves-off approach taken by the McCain-Palin ticket and the Republican party in the last week. They pointed out how dangerous it is. It’s a very old strategy useful for killing off an undesirable while … Continue reading →

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Seeking a Myth of Peace

Posted on May 20, 2008 by jlh

I’m doing my annual read of Lord of the Rings, a myth of war. Soldiers of Peace? As much as I love Tolkien, I realize (1) he wrote when his city was being bombed by the Germans and his son … Continue reading →

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