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Remolding Culture One “Classic” at a Time

Published on April 22, 2018 By sirrahc

“The exercise seems aimed primarily at avoiding contact with antiquated beliefs, racist language, and sexist assumptions.” — Thomas D. Williams, PhD I confess, I’m not really a “classic lit” sort of guy. Although, I have read a few of the usual entries in whole (e.g., The Holy Bible, The Hobbit, Mere Christianity) or in part […]

Dear Ms. Pelosi,…

Published on October 6, 2010 By sirrahc

The following is a real letter, authenticated by Snopes, that began circulating online about Aug./Sep. 2009. (I’ve added the pics.) Mr. Guthrie, a senior partner at a law firm in Charlotte, NC, voices what a lot of us are feeling…. ===== “Dear Ms. Pelosi: I write to you out of utter disdain! You are as […]

An Inconvenient Word about Laurie David

Published on August 7, 2010 By sirrahc

Something a little different today, but you’ll see the connection. Laurie David (aka Laurie Lennard) is the ex-wife of writer/producer/actor Larry David (Seinfeld, Curb Your Enthusiasm) and devoted mother of Cazzie & Romy David. She is also a liberal/progressive activist, particularly for the (perceived) dangers of catastrophic man-made Global Warming. (Does that make her a […]