Tag Archives: liberty
Trouble in Paradise
Uncompromising independence, rugged individualism, and limitless personal freedom were once essential to the American character. According to popular American folklore, they still are. We have some reservations. The principles that gave rise to the American character died long ago. Freedom. … Continue reading
Work is for Idiots
The International Monetary Fund reported an unpleasant outlook for the U.S. economy on Wednesday. The IMF, as part of its annual review, believes the U.S. economic model isn’t working as well as it could to generate shared income growth. On … Continue reading
Failure to Launch
The future is here and it’s not all it was cracked up to be. For example, one of the great disappointments of the 21st century, thus far, is the lack of flying cars. Wasn’t this supposed to be the signature … Continue reading
Sinners and Saints
Ordinary ideals of Americana range as far and wide as the North American continent. The valued conviction of one American vastly differs from that of another. Joe from Santa Fe may have little connection with Joe in South Bend or … Continue reading
