HE SPEAKS
I beg your indulgence today for this exceptionally lengthy essay as I give you the words of a guest speaker, with only a brief comment after his remarks.
OUT OF MY LIBERAL MIND
A periodic look at issues of concern to the liberal community intended to stimulate some critical thinking and promote civilized discourse.
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