Dirt & Seeds

Religion…what do we need it for?

Op Ed — Mon, 14 May 2012 16:29:55 +0000

I often hear people say, “I have no objection to religion, as long as it’s not forced upon me.” I hate to burst this benevolent bubble, but religion cannot continue to exist unless it is forced upon you. It is akin to attempting to keep the mom and pop hardware store open when Home [...]

The sanctity of marriage and other religious/political BS

J. Danton Smith — Fri, 11 May 2012 13:50:52 +0000

Once again the subject of gay marriage is causing a media frenzy. President Obama finally voiced his views, which I doubt surprised anyone. What surprises me is the importance given to the President’s opinion on an issue that is already heading to the Supreme Court. The opinions of five justices will be the ones [...]

Tribalism…self genocide

Op Ed — Thu, 10 May 2012 22:09:20 +0000

I am a Jew; a member of “The Tribe.” The group that gave civilization Albert Einstein, Jonas Salk along with Meyer Lansky, Bernie Madoff and Jack Abramoff. I think it is fair to say that “The Tribe” certainly are not “the chosen people.” Jews as a group don’t exist. There are individual Jews who [...]

This is what insanity looks like.

J. Danton Smith — Mon, 07 May 2012 16:47:09 +0000

This clip Is edited, but the facts in it hold up.

What does this say about the people who elect people like this? One friend voiced the theory that big money interests find someone they can control and finance the campaigns. When I look at the pliability of Romney, I [...]

The game is on!

J. Danton Smith — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 15:45:47 +0000

THE GAME IS ON. THE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP OF POLITICS THAT WE CALL THE CAMPAIGN FOR PRESIDENT IS UNDERWAY.

We have before us a presidential election under some remarkable and unique circumstances. The reigning champion, Obama, is being challenged by a proud member of the 1% team. Armed with PACS, thanks to Citizens United, the [...]