Author Archives: S. E. Jackson

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Language Games

Posted on January 14, 2020

Honesty starts with language.  No! It does not start with the language used. It starts with the way that language is used. For example, one might send a colleague an email stating, “I cannot believe you are so ******* dumb … Continue reading →

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Of Climate Change and Exploitation

Posted on January 9, 2020

First, there is no doubt climate change is real.  Doubts arise when activists begin to claim climate change is the result of humanity’s ignorance concerning the fragility of the ecosphere. Yes, climate change is real. The questions are how much … Continue reading →

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When Wisdom Isn’t

Posted on December 31, 2019

Don’t you love these little bits of wisdom that Anonymous1 and others publish to help us find our way? Of course, one cannot forget the friends and associates who help spread these so-called truths in one way or another. Take … Continue reading →

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When an Age Spot Isn't!

Posted on December 20, 2019

Okay, boys and girls, I hate to be the grinch who stole Christmas, but! I’d rather put out something not joyous today than read something really sad next year. For those of us in late-late middle age, maybe even a … Continue reading →

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Eating an Elephant: The Media Circus

Posted on December 3, 2019

Given the title of this piece, one might wonder if it will be another op-ed about the media and the Republican Party. If that is a concern, rest assured, that would be akin to carrying sand to the beach. No, … Continue reading →

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Of Bandwagons and Windmills

Posted on November 19, 2019

Not long ago a friend and blogger wrote a piece about the tendency people have to jump on the bandwagon. In many cases, they clamber aboard with no clear understanding of where the darn thing is headed. Of course, it … Continue reading →

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A Sad State of Affairs: NYPD

Posted on November 4, 2019

Years ago I wrote an article for LAW and ORDER1 titled “The Rubber Gun Squad.” I was reminded of that piece a short time ago when I watched an interview with New York Mayor DeBlasio and NYPD Commissioner O’Neill.  The … Continue reading →

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