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from CNSNews.com (& MRC & NewsBusters)
RIGHT BIAS
Levin: ‘Man Can’t Do a D--- Thing About’ Hurricanes, Climate Change
On his nationally syndicated radio talk show Monday, host Mark Levin slammed the “dishonest” media for propagating climate change. “You know, the problem is when there’s desperate people, you know, when there’s natural disasters, where people who are, obviously, fearful of natural disasters – we all are – are looking for answers,” said Mark Levin. “Can I tell you a little secret. There is no answer. That’s right, I said it. There’s no answer. Man can’t do a d--- thing about it.” Levin’s comments came as “dishonest” media hosts and guests on MSNBC blamed man-made climate change for hurricane Irma.
Can Christians Agree to Disagree on Same-Sex Marriage? Answer: No
Can Christians agree to disagree about same-sex “marriage”? Or is accepting homosexuality heresy? Most of us are familiar with the Nicene Creed, the statement of faith adopted in 325 A.D. to unite Christians against the Arian heresy. It is, to this day, the most widely-used summary of Christian orthodoxy. Lately, “orthodoxy” has become stickier to define. In the wake of the sexual revolution, some who call themselves Christians and would affirm the Nicene Creed, also accept unions between members of the same sex.
Levin: ‘Man Can’t Do a D--- Thing About’ Hurricanes, Climate Change
On his nationally syndicated radio talk show Monday, host Mark Levin slammed the “dishonest” media for propagating climate change. “You know, the problem is when there’s desperate people, you know, when there’s natural disasters, where people who are, obviously, fearful of natural disasters – we all are – are looking for answers,” said Mark Levin. “Can I tell you a little secret. There is no answer. That’s right, I said it. There’s no answer. Man can’t do a d--- thing about it.” Levin’s comments came as “dishonest” media hosts and guests on MSNBC blamed man-made climate change for hurricane Irma.
Can Christians Agree to Disagree on Same-Sex Marriage? Answer: No
Can Christians agree to disagree about same-sex “marriage”? Or is accepting homosexuality heresy? Most of us are familiar with the Nicene Creed, the statement of faith adopted in 325 A.D. to unite Christians against the Arian heresy. It is, to this day, the most widely-used summary of Christian orthodoxy. Lately, “orthodoxy” has become stickier to define. In the wake of the sexual revolution, some who call themselves Christians and would affirm the Nicene Creed, also accept unions between members of the same sex.
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from FEE (Foundation for Economic Education)
RIGHT-CENTER BIAS, HIGH, non-profit organization
How the Government Turns Natural Disasters Into Catastrophes
any of the most expensive flood and storm disasters in US history have occurred in recent decades. The glib response is to blame the severity of these catastrophes on climate change, but are we looking in the wrong direction? Almost 20 years ago, the National Wildlife Federation issued a report on this subject, Higher Ground. It argued, among other things, that federal flood insurance was amplifying the impact of storms by encouraging Americans to build and rebuild in areas prone to flooding. Those who advocate for insurance subsidies might say that every great city was once small and population growth requires building. The same subsidies advocates might say that to take a position against subsidies is to prevent growth and push people into rural areas where they prefer not to live. But the case against subsidized flood insurance is not a case against growth; it is a case against distorted growth. Federally supported insurance overrides the risk-reducing incentives that insurance premiums provide and results in building in vulnerable areas. For example, wetlands are lost to distorted growth. From 1992 to 2010, Northwest Houston lost more than 70% of its wetlands.
How the Government Turns Natural Disasters Into Catastrophes
any of the most expensive flood and storm disasters in US history have occurred in recent decades. The glib response is to blame the severity of these catastrophes on climate change, but are we looking in the wrong direction? Almost 20 years ago, the National Wildlife Federation issued a report on this subject, Higher Ground. It argued, among other things, that federal flood insurance was amplifying the impact of storms by encouraging Americans to build and rebuild in areas prone to flooding. Those who advocate for insurance subsidies might say that every great city was once small and population growth requires building. The same subsidies advocates might say that to take a position against subsidies is to prevent growth and push people into rural areas where they prefer not to live. But the case against subsidized flood insurance is not a case against growth; it is a case against distorted growth. Federally supported insurance overrides the risk-reducing incentives that insurance premiums provide and results in building in vulnerable areas. For example, wetlands are lost to distorted growth. From 1992 to 2010, Northwest Houston lost more than 70% of its wetlands.
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from The Heritage Foundation
RIGHT BIAS, MIXED, think tank in Washington, D.C
Constitution at 230: Separation of Powers Prevents a Democratic Tyranny
September 17 marks the 230th anniversary of the signing of the Constitution. Separation of powers is fundamental to preserving a democratic republic with a government that is effective and efficient and yet not so powerful that it can abuse its power, infringe on liberty, and be unaccountable to the people. It’s a principle that Washington should fully embrace once again.
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from Hoover Institution
Responding To Hurricanes While Assuming No More Wars
While we are increasing funds for recovery from natural disasters, we are cutting our military budget to respond to man-made catastrophes.
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Constitution at 230: Separation of Powers Prevents a Democratic Tyranny
September 17 marks the 230th anniversary of the signing of the Constitution. Separation of powers is fundamental to preserving a democratic republic with a government that is effective and efficient and yet not so powerful that it can abuse its power, infringe on liberty, and be unaccountable to the people. It’s a principle that Washington should fully embrace once again.
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from Hoover Institution
Responding To Hurricanes While Assuming No More Wars
While we are increasing funds for recovery from natural disasters, we are cutting our military budget to respond to man-made catastrophes.
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from Independent Journal Review
RIGHT BIAS
At 9/11 Ceremony, Mattis Stopped, Looked at Trump and Said Five Words That Define Military Service
“Mr. President, your military does not scare.”
Hurricane Irma and why the only thing worse than climate change denial is acceptance
People don’t like to be reminded of their own moral relativism when their homes are underwater.
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Pope Francis has warned that “history will judge” climate change skeptics in the wake of Hurricanes Harvey and Irma, which, some experts predict, could cause combined damage worth up to $290 billion. Science experts have previously warned the public that the warming of the of the Earth's oceans and atmosphere could result in stronger hurricanes with catastrophic effects — and that's exactly what seems to be happening now.
US Uses N Korean 'Self-Defense' as Pretext to 'Fully Strangle' Country - Envoy
The North Korean ambassador to Russia, Kim Hyun Joon, accused the United States of using Pyongyang's "self-defense measures" as a pretext to worsen the situation in the country. The diplomat also said that by initiating new sanctions against North Korea, Washington wants to relieve itself of responsibility as the main culprit of tensions on the Korean Peninsula.
Priests-in-training to be given glossaries because they struggle to understand the Book of Common Prayer
Priests-in-training are to be given glossaries to help them understand the Book of Common Prayer for the first time because they struggle to decipher the language. The Prayer Book Society, which gives out free copies of the 17th century book to first-year students in theological colleges, will this year also include a key to some of its more old-fashioned words and phrases. The list includes definitions for words such as "eschew" meaning abstain from, "concord", for an agreement between people, and "froward", meaning perverse or contrary. The glossary will be given in bookmark form to new students, and is also available on the Society's website.
PewDiePie said the n-word on YouTube. The Internet’s most famous gamer is out of excuses.
PewDiePie, a.k.a. Felix Kjellberg, has more subscribers than anyone else on YouTube. And on Sunday, he angrily used the n-word during a livestream that has since been seen by millions. In the now-deleted video, Kjellberg was streaming himself playing “PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds.” Furious at another player during a tense moment in the gameplay, the influential gaming personality said, “What a f—— n—–.”
RIGHT BIAS
At 9/11 Ceremony, Mattis Stopped, Looked at Trump and Said Five Words That Define Military Service
“Mr. President, your military does not scare.”
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from The Living Church
Magazine of The Living Church Foundation (Anglican)
Window into a larger world
Returning to worship after falling away from church attendance during my college and early graduate school years was an uncomfortable experience. At the time, I found it difficult to sing the hymns (the words can be so specific about belief). But I was especially challenged by the Nicene Creed, particularly the part that says Jesus is “the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father” (1979 Book of Common Prayer, p. 358). I would typically remain silent at that point, letting the rest of the gathered assembly say those words and carry me through the remainder of the Creed to the Prayers of the People. It took about a year of worship before I was able to not only say all of the Nicene Creed, but also embrace it as a beautiful expression of truths at the heart of the gospel. Somehow, in ways I could not fully perceive, regular immersion in the eucharistic liturgy shaped me and moved me beyond doubt and skepticism to deeper faith.
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Is Forced Military Service Good for the Economy?
Conscription, also known as "the draft," is typically justified with appeals to values like partriotism, public service, and "sharing the burden." That's in peacetime. In times of war, of course, government claims conscription is necessary to provide the manpower needed for military victory. The latest argument in favor of conscription is that it's good for the economy. But, it's all just another central-planning scheme.
Why Is the Euro Still Gaining Against the Dollar?
The primary purposes of the incorrectly named “unconventional monetary policies” are to debase the currency, stoke inflation, and make exports more competitive. Printing money aims to solve structural imbalances by making currencies weaker. The European Central Bank (ECB) has been trying to weaken the Euro. The relative weakness of the US dollar, however, continues to make the Euro look good by comparison.
Magazine of The Living Church Foundation (Anglican)
Window into a larger world
Returning to worship after falling away from church attendance during my college and early graduate school years was an uncomfortable experience. At the time, I found it difficult to sing the hymns (the words can be so specific about belief). But I was especially challenged by the Nicene Creed, particularly the part that says Jesus is “the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father” (1979 Book of Common Prayer, p. 358). I would typically remain silent at that point, letting the rest of the gathered assembly say those words and carry me through the remainder of the Creed to the Prayers of the People. It took about a year of worship before I was able to not only say all of the Nicene Creed, but also embrace it as a beautiful expression of truths at the heart of the gospel. Somehow, in ways I could not fully perceive, regular immersion in the eucharistic liturgy shaped me and moved me beyond doubt and skepticism to deeper faith.
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from Miami Herald
What did God mean by pointing a hurricane at Florida? Some nickel prophets have a few ideas.
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from Mises Institute
[Information from this site may not be reliable.]Conscription, also known as "the draft," is typically justified with appeals to values like partriotism, public service, and "sharing the burden." That's in peacetime. In times of war, of course, government claims conscription is necessary to provide the manpower needed for military victory. The latest argument in favor of conscription is that it's good for the economy. But, it's all just another central-planning scheme.
The primary purposes of the incorrectly named “unconventional monetary policies” are to debase the currency, stoke inflation, and make exports more competitive. Printing money aims to solve structural imbalances by making currencies weaker. The European Central Bank (ECB) has been trying to weaken the Euro. The relative weakness of the US dollar, however, continues to make the Euro look good by comparison.
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from New Statesman
"The leading voice of the British left, since 1913."
People don’t like to be reminded of their own moral relativism when their homes are underwater.
from The Spokesman-Review
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from Sputnik
(Russian government-supported propaganda channel)
The North Korean ambassador to Russia, Kim Hyun Joon, accused the United States of using Pyongyang's "self-defense measures" as a pretext to worsen the situation in the country. The diplomat also said that by initiating new sanctions against North Korea, Washington wants to relieve itself of responsibility as the main culprit of tensions on the Korean Peninsula.
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from The Telegraph (UK)
Priests-in-training to be given glossaries because they struggle to understand the Book of Common Prayer
Priests-in-training are to be given glossaries to help them understand the Book of Common Prayer for the first time because they struggle to decipher the language. The Prayer Book Society, which gives out free copies of the 17th century book to first-year students in theological colleges, will this year also include a key to some of its more old-fashioned words and phrases. The list includes definitions for words such as "eschew" meaning abstain from, "concord", for an agreement between people, and "froward", meaning perverse or contrary. The glossary will be given in bookmark form to new students, and is also available on the Society's website.
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from The Washington Post
PewDiePie said the n-word on YouTube. The Internet’s most famous gamer is out of excuses.
PewDiePie, a.k.a. Felix Kjellberg, has more subscribers than anyone else on YouTube. And on Sunday, he angrily used the n-word during a livestream that has since been seen by millions. In the now-deleted video, Kjellberg was streaming himself playing “PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds.” Furious at another player during a tense moment in the gameplay, the influential gaming personality said, “What a f—— n—–.”
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