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Government is not a Prisoner’s Dilemma

So lately during some of my debates, leftist opponents have used a very interesting analogy.  They equate government to the classic problem of the “Prisoner’s Dilemma”  They argue that governmental programs benefit everyone, but only if all parties are forced … Continue reading

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SOPA protestors have an odd sense of priorities…

To be clear, when I say “protestors” I mean the average Joe who changed his Facebook profile pic and made some topic on a forum about how terrible it is, not actual businesses whose livelihood depends on the Internet.  For … Continue reading

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Is the government creating fake social media accounts to spy on you?

EPIC – EPIC Sues DHS Over Covert Surveillance of Facebook and Twitter. The Electronic Privacy Information Center seems to think so.  Just consider the next time you get a random Facebook message from a cute girl you’ve never met, it … Continue reading

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Adam Kokseh on the NDAA

  As usual, Adam has it pretty much exactly correct.  I’ve found it pretty hilarious to see my leftist friends get all outraged at the recent blatant shredding of the constitution and complete disregard for individual liberty by the supposed … Continue reading

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Taxes are a means, not an end…

The linked video isn’t especially significant, just the first example I found of a media outlet discussing the current issue of the possible extension of payroll tax cuts.  Specifically, the issue at hand seems to be how to “pay for” … Continue reading

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Bank of America – Proving Capitalism Works

In case you haven’t heard, Bank of America has decided to not institute its controversial $5 debit-card fee.  Leftists everywhere are rejoicing.  They are celebrating this decision as a great victory for the 99% over the evil, greedy, bankers.  They … Continue reading

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Five myths about healthy eating – The Washington Post

Five myths about healthy eating – The Washington Post. 1.  I own my body.  I should be able to eat whatever I want. 2.  To that end, I should be able to engage in voluntary exchange with someone who produces … Continue reading

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