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Tag Archives: president
Faded Glory … Faded Vision?
Old Glory has flown proudly over the United States, in one form or another, since thirteen colonies joined together to form a republic. From that point forward, it has been the symbol of freedom and courage for much of the … Continue reading
Posted in Leadership, National Defense, Patriotism, Politics, Public Education
Tagged patriotism, Politics, president, Second Amendment, welfare
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In Light of the Times
The world today is a target rich environment for a writer. OneOldCop can spend time on the treadmill or stationary bike watching the morning shows and have twenty ideas about hot topics by the time workout is over. Unfortunately, … Continue reading
Posted in Civility, Daily Life, Leadership, Morality, Police, Uncategorized
Tagged current-events, election 2016, Politics, president
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Historical Ignorance: Creeping Feudalism?
Some people bristle at the idea that there is something special about the United States of America. They cringe when someone says the United States is exceptional. Yet, the United States is special and exceptional. It is not perfect, but … Continue reading
Posted in Political Extremes, Politics, Progress, Uncategorized
Tagged current-events, feudalism, Politics, president, urban progress
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Are Their Lips Moving?
The title for this piece is taken from an old joke or bit of sarcasm. It is the response someone is likely to make when asked if politicians are lying. Sadly, it is a joke with a good deal of truth. Politicians … Continue reading
Posted in Ethics, Leadership, Politics
Tagged environmental regulations, EPA, federal government, political dishonesty, politicians, Politics, president, regulations
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Paying the Piper
The news for the last few days has been full of stories about the tens of thousands of children entering the United States illegally. According to the media, approximately 60,000 “kids” will be entering the country by the end of … Continue reading
A Christmas Tale of 2013*
‘Twas a few weeks before Christmas, and all through the land,The scurrying had started, yet seemed less than grand.The economy was limping, the time frame was short,Only twenty-six days for all gifts to be bought.If that weren’t enough, it seemed … Continue reading
Three Letters?
A parable told to many as they assume positions of command may have relevance in the United States today. It is hard to know if this story grew out of a specific incident, or where it originated. Still, anyone having … Continue reading
Posted in Daily Life, Leadership, Politics, Uncategorized
Tagged accountability, current-events, election 2012, leadership, Politics, president
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The Price of Historical Ignorance
We live in a world where history texts are regularly being revised to meet the demands of special interest groups or various political constituencies. We live in a world where one can easily find alternative accounts of history at the … Continue reading
Posted in Politics, Progress, Uncategorized
Tagged current-events, diversity, history, history texts, infrastructure, Politics, president, special interest groups, urban progress
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Reelected Or Not: He’ll Be A Winner
Talk radio is fun. If you like what the host or the guest is saying, you can cheer along and feel good about yourself and your position. If you do not like what they are saying you can get your … Continue reading
Posted in Politics
Tagged election 2012, obama, Politics, president, presidential race 2012, reelection
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War of the Words
No. The title is not a typo. You read it correctly. It is “War of the Words,” not war of the worlds. In some ways, a war of the worlds, might be easier to deal with than the war of … Continue reading
Posted in Politics, Progress
Tagged fear persecution, fortunate, Politics, president, propaganda, protests, rich, welfare
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