Monthly Archives: February 2015

“Climate Change” is the Last Refuge of Scoundrels!

Posted on February 10, 2015 by Chip Murray

If “Patriotism is the last refuge of scoundrels” as Samuel Johnson quipped in 1775 (referring to phony patriots exploiting the cause for self-interest), then “Climate Change” is the last refuge of the scoundrels who would enslave them! Imagine yourself in … Continue reading →

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The Sunday Morning Tune-up ~ February 8, 2015

Posted on February 8, 2015 by Chip Murray

St. Simeon, the God-Receiver, is an image of all of us who receive Our Lord into our own physical embrace every time we receive the Eucharist.  Would that we all recognize and know Him as He is brought to us … Continue reading →

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Our Future Depends on Our “Local” Focus!

Posted on February 7, 2015 by Chip Murray

I have some good news…and I have some bad news: JACKSON, Miss. — Some Mississippi lawmakers want to ban state courts from using or enforcing foreign law and to prevent the state from participating in United Nations-inspired sustainable development efforts. … Continue reading →

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Derivatives, Oil & Psychopaths…Know When to Fold ‘Em!

Posted on February 5, 2015 by Chip Murray

De-riv-a-tive ~ In finance, a derivative is a contract that derives its value from the performance of an underlying entity. This underlying entity can be an asset, index, or interest rate, and is often called the “underlying”.[1][2] Derivatives can be … Continue reading →

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The Lynch Confirmation vs “Enemies of the State”!

Posted on February 3, 2015 by Chip Murray

In 2013, Reporters Without Borders downgraded America’s standing in the global free press rankings, rating the Obama administration as worse than Bush’s. It matters not that when caught the government promises to dial back or that [FOX News’] James Rosen … Continue reading →

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The Sunday Morning Tune-up ~ February 1, 2015

Posted on February 1, 2015 by Chip Murray

Going to the movies used to be about entertainment…but I am beginning to wonder. Maureen Dowd used the term “Artful Falsehood” to describe the movie Selma a few weeks back. This past week my wife and I saw the movie, The Imitation … Continue reading →

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