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64The purpose of government
by troylaplante
I have been doing a lot of reading on early American history as of late. I am a part of a small group of men who have formed what is being called "The Patriots' Pub" (on the internet at www.patriotspub.us). ... published 6 months ago
61Water reclamation hurts America?
by troylaplante
Water reclamation is not a bad idea. I am all for recycling used water, often called "gray water" for purposes of irrigation, construction, and other non-potable purposes. If the water is just going to waste... published 6 months ago
54With rights come responsibilities
by troylaplante
As I sit in front of the computer, staring at a blank screen, wondering what to type and enjoying a few Vicodin pills, I continue my reflection on life. Yeah, I am on Vicodin for about a week. I pulled a... published 6 weeks ago
49Race Pimps
by troylaplante
Right is right, and wrong is wrong. You have heard it for years. Racism, according to Merriam Webster, is defined as "a belief that race is the primary determinant of human traits and capacities and that... published 3 months ago
57Political and family woes of a conservative Black man
by troylaplante
I truly feel sorry for a good friend of mine. We talked this weekend and he is not having a fun time at home. There is a bit of strife in his household, and it is tough on him. My long time, close... published 5 weeks ago
53Thankfully, one gigantic bail out just failed
by troylaplante
As you may well be aware, the big buzzword in the news today is "bailout". The federal government has been busily creating financial bailouts for mortgage companies, insurance companies, and automobile... published 3 months ago
53Profiling is NOT racism
by troylaplante
So called "racial profiling" is a misnomer and is not necessarily a bad thing Well, the saga of Sheriff Steve Bizzell just keeps getting better and better. Now our old "friends", the NAACP and the ACLU are... published 4 months ago
52Income taxes, the post office, and MLK Day
by troylaplante
I just finished filing my annual federal and state tax returns. Even with a good tax software program that I use every year, it was a real challenge this year. I had to deal with capital gains tax, stock... published 6 months ago
51Why I will not vote for McCain
by troylaplante
Being what is commonly referred to as a conservative individual, I run across a good many people of like minded passions and beliefs. Since I am very active on the internet, I tend to interact with people from... published 6 months ago
50Becoming a 3rd World Nation
by troylaplante
I truly want Selma to become "A Charming Place to Be". I am sure most of us who pay attention and especially pay taxes want that for our little town. Sometimes I wonder if this can be accomplished, though.... published 4 months ago
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