American Sniper has sparked a lot of controversy from Hollywood in the past few days. Clint Eastwood’s take on the Chris Kyle Book raked in more money than Avatar did on its January opening, closing out at more than $100 Million. But, as can be expected, Michael Moore chimed in opposing the film, Sarah …
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U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has withdrawn its invitation to Iran to participate in the Syria peace talks due in part to heavy opposition from the United States. If we were consistent on our policies with Iran, then we could make serious strides to resolution of some serious issues in that region. Alas, we bicker like …
Continue reading David’s Political RoundUp 1/20/2014 – UN pulls Iran from Syria Peace Talks, Omaha Explosion, Sochi Bombers, and Obama on Marijuana.“Every man has a right to the enjoyment of a good reputation unassailed, as he has a right to life, liberty, or property. It was long ago said that ‘[a] good name is rather to be chosen than great riches.’ Prov. XXII:1. A suit for defamation is based on the injury done to reputation.” One of the only …
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