The Harris-Trump Presidential Debate was a cat-astrophe for then Candidate Donald Trump. Frank Luntz, and other pundits, declared Mr. Trump’s rant over the immigrants of Springfield “eating the pets” as the final nail in the coffin to his campaign. The dream of a MAGA return to the White House was over. This was mainstream media’sContinue reading “The South African (Not Elon) Who Was The Presidential Election Winner”
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A Matter of Interpretation? Simchat Torah’s Torah Portion’s Ten Commandments’ Moment
What is the most important skill one learn from the Hebrew Bible? One answer is the ability to interpret. By interpret, I do not mean the act of translation. Rather, interpretation is the act of engaging with words to extract meaning. In doing so, perhaps an individual can obtain a better understanding the author’s words.Continue reading “A Matter of Interpretation? Simchat Torah’s Torah Portion’s Ten Commandments’ Moment”
News Shaming?
Can someone consume news only to be shamed for recounting it? The legendary artist Janet Jackson may just be victim of such a scenario. Ms. Jackson ignited controversy in a Guardian publication interview. When she was prodded concerning presidential politics, she made an observation. She indicated that VP and Presidential Candidate Kamala Harris was ofContinue reading “News Shaming?”
Of Bronny James
The Bronny James’ story is bigger than Bronny James. The Bronny James’ story tackles two human realities- the truth and the ability to influence. The “truth” is a human core value. The truth promotes survival, intellect, and prosperity. The “ability to influence” speaks to the capacity for one to impact others. Influencing amounts to theContinue reading “Of Bronny James”
Terms of Enragement
A week ago, I raged. With my mind filled with anger, I braced down for my head to explode and unleash a mushroom cloud of mental toxicity. This ire drawn from the many crazy biting news stories. Some apparently drew my soul’s blood. In desperation, I reached out to find my poisonous pen, the snakeContinue reading “Terms of Enragement”
Go Play Fish
Media and Social Media Creators constantly generate “click bait.” Stats are valued over quality content; with this, readers are left with time-consuming content. Heaped among the links to stories of the Kardashians, Markles, & Swifts is surprisingly Ten Commandments-related content. Yes, emotional evoking morality tales serve as “click bait.” Creators are well aware “morality tales” generate traffic. Thus, as youContinue reading “Go Play Fish”
The Adjective Reality aka In Defense of Don Lemon: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
adjectives are taken way too seriously. recently, cnn news anchor don lemon’s interpretation of “prime” is the latest example of adjective ridiculousness. slate.com GOAT is an adjective that gets my goat. the GOAT adjective which stands for “greatest of all time” is moronic. i would not be surprised if those condemning mr. lemon’s prime usageContinue reading “The Adjective Reality aka In Defense of Don Lemon: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
The Real Truth About George Santos: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
new york congressional representative george santos sparked media outrage almost as soon as he was elected into the united states congress. there are some who would label him as a pathological liar. practically every news media erupted with a flurry of stories of his fibs. there are those urging that he be removed from congress.Continue reading “The Real Truth About George Santos: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
Reading This Will Make You…Smarter…, Skepticism 101: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
with the advent of expression, manipulation was invented. individuals can be convinced of anything. manipulation employed for dishonest purposes can be dangerous. thus, the ability to be skeptical arose. this year is proof that skepticism is one of the most important tools of survival. thus, it is time to reflect on the many indicia ofContinue reading “Reading This Will Make You…Smarter…, Skepticism 101: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
Master Class Messaging: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
when my best friend passed, a big event was held to honor him. my friend had an amazing legacy. i witnessed him assisting countless people. i know of hundreds of people he helped out of the goodness of his heart and his faith. he was the ultimate do-gooder. he was fearless, a fighter, and neverContinue reading “Master Class Messaging: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
The Ten Commandments Project 