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American Entitlement: Does the Jury Acquit?

Americans: Who are We and How do We Define Ourselves? Hints from the movies:  The Devil and Daniel Webster, 1941 Synopsis: A farmer sells his soul for seven years of good luck, good crops, and the money and power that … Continue reading

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Sheltering in Place with Good Grace

Hello WordPress community, The last two posts do not simply highlight two great leaders.  These posts are meant to suggest what great leadership has in common: a firm grip on reality; a devotion to decency as the underpinning of civilization; … Continue reading

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