The property tax is more than a financial burden; it is a structural violation of liberty.
Why SNAP and Credit Cards Are Not the Same
There is a growing tendency to compare the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), distributed through Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards, with ordinary credit cards. The argument usually arises during discussions about government spending or poverty assistance, with someone asserting, “What’s the difference? Both are plastic cards used to buy food.” It sounds simple, but the […]
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Indoctrination Starts Before College
Indoctrination starts before college. It starts in K–12, shaping minds long before. Jefferson warned that liberty depends on honest education.
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The Quiet Power of Journaling
A student recently asked me why I push journaling so much. It’s a good question. In truth, I can think of a lot of reasons, but at the very least, it seems to me that if you’re going to pay tuition in the school of hard knocks, you damn sure better squeeze the most out […]
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The Shadow Banking System
The financial world you know (JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, your local credit union) has a hidden counterpart. It’s a $65 trillion network called shadow banking, larger than traditional banking and critical to the global economy. In 2008, when this system faltered, it nearly brought down everything. Most people still don’t know it exists, yet […]
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Fostering Critical Thinking in Students
When it comes to real education, fostering critical thinking and reflective skills is paramount. While research proficiency is essential, developing critical analysis abilities requires dedicated instructional strategies. One effective approach involves structured argumentative assignments that challenge students to evaluate diverse perspectives critically. However, ideal outcomes can be hard to achieve if the student is left […]
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The History and Status of Active Measures
Throughout history, nations have employed various strategies to manipulate perceptions, sow discord, and shape the ideological landscape of adversaries. The United States is not immune. This is evidenced by the immense division we have experienced in recent years. Of course, the word “psyop” has been of particular interest to Americans, with the volume of monthly […]
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The Contrastive Inquiry Tool: A Resource for Critical Thinking
The Contrastive Inquiry Tool is a tool that compliments the Contrastive Inquiry Method. This tool is a simple yet powerful resource designed to enhance critical thinking and promote a more nuanced understanding of ideas and arguments. By analyzing a statement and generating a contrasting perspective, the tool helps users identify alternative viewpoints and encourage deeper […]
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History Lesson: Stupidity as a Weapon of Control
Throughout history, society has faced the persistent threat of corruption, oppression, and tyranny. Many assume these dangers stem from malevolent individuals acting with intent. In fact, you were probably taught this much in school. However, what you likely weren’t taught in school is how stupidity, either individually or of the masses, may be one of the […]
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Financial Turbulence in a Changing World
The global economy is undergoing seismic shifts. Unfortunately, and from everything that I have seen, it’s going to get worse before it gets better. From inflation eroding purchasing power to changes in the labor market driven by technology, these shifts are proactively reshaping how we work, invest, and save. Recent analyses, such as Philip Pilkington’s […]
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