Why do we need to rely solely on the government to solve community problems when there are independent member-operated organizations like Rotary? Rotary is an organization that can be found all over the world in over 200 countries. Members of Rotary are called Rotarians, and they tend to take great pride in being a member… Continue reading International organization Rotary assists communities all over the world
Constantly comparing Sweden to the United States will not make Sweden's problems disappear, and let's not forget, Sweden does have problems. The other day I was talking to a Swedish man who had been living in the United States for ten years. We were discussing the recent crime increase in Sweden, and he was quick… Continue reading Comparing Sweden to the United States will not erase Sweden’s problems
I've been watching music videos all my life and I have to say I have always been most smitten with many fabulous music videos released by The Cure. From "Just Like Heaven" to "Close to Me" to "The Lovecats," these music videos are full of theatrical magic that impresses the eyes and teases the imagination.… Continue reading The theatrical magic of The Cure’s music videos
Many American viewers are aware media outlet VICE presents information with a severe left-leaning angle, that's not difficult to determine. However, I found a striking difference in how VICE presented two different pro-second amendment women's groups in the United States based on race. On February 8, 2017, VICE released a Youtube video titled "The Black… Continue reading Left-leaning media outlet VICE’s racist presentation of pro-second amendment women’s groups
Recently advertisements for Michelle Obama's campaign "When We All Vote" have been popping up all over the web. In the ad, Obama and a few big name celebrities speak to each other about registering to vote. While the campaign appears neutral and in good fun, remember that Michelle Obama has made her voting mission clear… Continue reading “When We All Vote”: Remember when Michelle Obama told black voters to vote Democrat
While the value of religion may be diminishing all over the west, there appears to also be a consistent trend of diminishing public interest in atheist groups and events. This diminishing interest was particularly noticeable in Australia when Global Atheist Convention event "Reason to Hope," scheduled to take place February 9-11, 2018, was cancelled due… Continue reading The diminishing public interest in atheist groups and atheist events
One of the most concerning subjects that I find practically no one talks about is the far reaching influence of notorious anti-Semite Louis Farrakhan, leader of United States-based radical group Nation of Islam. Farrakhan's influence can be found in politics, entertainment and sports, from Obama to the organizer's of Women's March to Snoop Dogg. The… Continue reading Start talking about notorious anti-Semite Nation of Islam Leader Louis Farrakhan
For the past couple of weeks I have been watching the TV series Outlander that first started airing in 2014. The series started off with a decent plot line that kept me interested. Gradually the mystery and wonder has faded away, though, and now I feel that I've about had it with the main character… Continue reading The ongoing saga of the domineering Hollywood feminist character
I recently announced in an online group titled "Danish Heritage and Hygge" that I am seeking a representative who is living in Denmark to participate in the organization Nordic Republicans. Yes, the post mentioned a political party, but it was written in a neutral manner with the sole purpose of networking - it did not… Continue reading A Danish heritage “hygge” community that is far from being hygge
During my high school years I attended church youth group with my friends, and have long recalled a presentation that was given about love and sexual desire in relationships. The presentation was given by a woman who said it is important to devote time and energy into fostering a loving relationship. She warned about how… Continue reading Atheist perspective: The church taught me one of the best lessons about love
