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The War in Iraq is in the minds of many, and Americans are looking forward to the end of this war; but where will that leave the people of Iraq? Will they take kindly to a new form of Government?

What? Did you think a Christian leader would force you to go to Church?

It is a threat to educational integrity to condone public schools' teaching of acutely religious ideas, such as creationism, which are derived solely from religious doctrines.

A look at modern Iran, and how the theocracy now in force may be the result of American intervention years earlier, putting the unpopular Shah into power

Most citizens haven't a clear idea of the reasons that fuel Islamic terrorists' hatred for the United States. Islamic Jihad against the "Great Satan" is a complex campaign.

The religious zealots of the world have always imposed their narrow views on the rest of society. Will we as a nation follow their example and thrust our political ethos on humanity, or walk hand in hand in harmony?

Secular politics in the United States have been under attack for decades. Faith-based candidacy, White House chaplains, prayers before and after every speech, secular politics have endured quite a bit.

A new book by the master of the spy genre is his finest ever, a combination of breathless plotting and a commentary on current events.

Who said pacifism is always biblical?

Have you accepted Ayn Rand as your personal Lord and Saviour?

Christians verus the world? Why do Christians arouse the ire of so many groups. Is America going to hell in a hand cart? In this admittedly long article, I try to answer some of those questions.

Despite its full-throated political fury, evangelical Christianity is experiencing rapidly-declining spiritual influence in America; the latter a direct result of the former. A new theology is quickly rising to fill the void left by Christianity's increasing irrelevance.

A warning to read critically any reports emanating from Iran and Nasser Karimi

One man's thought on how to get safely out of Iraq.

The Old Testament book of I Samuel records a major transition in the life of the nation of Israel: from being ruled by God through individuals to being ruled by kings.

If ever there were a work of fiction deserving of political and social commentary, HERETICS, US is that work!

As an American as well as a practicing Muslim, I fully understand the significance that troop withdraw from Iraq promises...

"Ergo Proxy" is a popular Japanese anime series that lasts for twenty-three episodes.

One of the men responsible for the rise of the Evangelical Right and its influence over American politics died today at age 76.

The United States of America is not, never has been, and hopefully never will be a Christian Nation. The US was not founded upon Christian ideals. The founding fathers were not Christians.

Final part in series about Marxism and liberation theology.

It will never be a black and white issue. Abortion can be and should be discouraged and life in the flesh should always be held sacred as the abode of the spirit in this world. But the state should not be allowed to legislate for morality when there are gray areas.

Using the military of the Roman Empire and Napoleon's French Empire as examples, this essay endeavors to show that some of the most historically efficient militaries were based on volunteer service.

Gay Marriage, abortion and other hot topics will continue to be covered by the media, but what will be on the average voter's mind?

Establishing a post-Saddam political infrastructure in Iraq has proved to be difficult at best. Americans, who typically associate liberty with democracy, must realize that the two most often oppose one another in Iraq. Nevertheless, some progress has been made.

A review of a film that couldn't have been made if not for the terrorist attacks on 9/11.

Few threats to American security today have the possibility of claiming as many human lives as nuclear terrorism, and Dr. Graham Allison believes that the chances of such terrorism occurring are high. Mr. Stolyarov analyzes Dr. Allison's warnings.

Terrorism is a complex and nuanced subject, it can be encapsulated within one Arab proverb: "The enemy of my enemy is also my friend; the friend of my enemy is also my enemy."

173 days after four ordinary civilians armed with laptop computers hunkered down in a Eureka Springs living room to Google the subject, the first Domestic Partnership Registry in Arkansas became a reality today.

Apostasy and Heresy are normally used as pejorative terms by the faithful and apologists, but without heretics or apostates many of the religions that exist today would have never been conceived.

Turkey is a fiercely secular republic and a predominantly Muslim country. The marriage of these two facets makes for high drama in Istanbul as the July 22nd elections approac.

A dissection of the premises upon which Mr. Musall bases his fiction.

United States foreign policy in the Middle East prior to 1990 showed a surprisingly supportive attitude toward the dictatorship in Iraq that the U.S. would later confront. This essay details the events which would lead the U.S. into the First Gulf War.

Queen Elizabeth II's recently decided to knight Rushdie. Many are defending the decision, proclaiming freedom of speech. Others consider it an unneeded fanning the flames of a culturally-sensitive, and undeniably violent, issue.

The rising tide of anti-Semitism the world over is universally decried. The proponents of ant-Semitism are cast as ignorant, prejudiced, lawless, and atavistic. Their arguments are dismissed off-handedly.

A brief description of the current Islamic sect discord.

Devil May Cry 4 is an action packed game that you won't be able to put down.

An overview of the religious scruples of the men who founded America

These is 10 things I just don't like about Religion.

Will Bush do all the evil things many have speculated he will embark upon?

Public prayer is fine as long as people are not legally obligated.

America is being hijacked by a group of religious fanatics called Zionists.

An Underdark Dungeon Adventure for Fifth Level Characters. Uses the Dungeons and Dragons system.

CVA posted a legal atheist holiday display in Vernon, CT, on the town hall lawn in Dec. 2007. Reaction was strong, but mixed. This article gives CVA's reaction to the flurry of response they received.

How does the internal affair of Tibet and the People's Republic of China become all the more complex when the United States is involved? Is it a move for political destabilization for the benefit of American imperialism?

An analysis of the present debate over same-sex marriages.

There is a question that always hounds me, and that is how can anyone who isn't extremely rich or a theocrat vote for today's Republican Party?

Anymore, it feels like hardliners have taken over both major parties in America. Why should moderates support either of them?

American lawyers help enshrine Sharia Law into Iraqi constitution.

When America's Army was released for the PC a few years ago, there were musings on the potential for propaganda via a FPS game.But what about a group distributing apocalyptic Christian propaganda to soldiers with the tacit approval of the Department of Defense?

Mike Huckabee may be the biggest liar to run for President since George W. Bush. What is it with Texarkana?

Some have speculated that the high rate of first and second cousin marriage within the country of Iraq is one possible reason as to why the United States is having a hard time stabilizing the country. This article analyzes that argument and applies it to the situation.

This is the fourth column I wrote for This Pagan Life in the Today's Fantasy Fiction magazine.

Are you guilty of this as well? Do you tout that which supports your point, yet somehow ignore that which does not?

Now that Florida and Michigan have both moved up their primaries will the voters once again be left holding their collective johnsons in their collective hands? The Democratic National Committee has already answered yes!

While U. S. government officials and pundits talk of President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's nuclear ambitions, a crucial fact is often omitted: The Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is making the decisions.

Who is to blame for the failure of democracy in the US? Corrupt politicians? Or the American people for electing them?

Using Prezworski et al's data set from their Democracy and Development text, I chose variables that are shown as significant modifiers into the level of democracy in a state.

If all those begging for America to return to its Christian roots actually had to do so around Christmas, there would be rioting in the streets. And I'm talking about by those currently begging for such a thing.

Are Americans a "different breed" than Europeans?

Alan Campbell has taken the Fantasy genre by storm with his ambitious debut novel, Scar Night. He took the time to answer some questions about his writing and other interests.

Chinese Premier-TENG Sio-Ping once said, "It does not at all matter whether the cat is black or white as long as it catches mice."

This article shares information on ancient Egypt's most notable pharaohs.

Every year, as the fall leaves begin to fade away to winter snows, as the smell of turkey and stuffing fills the air, as pretty lights go up all around, the open salvos of the perennial War on Christmas begins.

President Ahmadinejad of Iran is scheduled to speak at Columbia University on Monday.

It has become a common thing for some nations to use terrorist factions to carry out the political aims of the nation.

This paper researches the multiple areas of influence and accomplishments of William Blake.

Three former students of New Mexico State sue the school and their former coach for allowing and promoting religious intolerance.

A short essay about government and why it is needed for mankind. Discusses the different types of government and how each type varies from one another.

Kathereine Harris, the woman whose ineptitude or dirty tricks gave George W. Bush the Florida electoral votes in 2000 says that separatiion of church and state in America is a myth.

A recent cultural and literary phenomenon has left literally millions of children and adults the world over hungry for a good story. Charmingly moody, intelligent, and compelling, Murkmere by Patricia Elliott may be just the book you've been looking for.

The reasons why I decided to join the ACLU

In the coming weeks the documentary film "Jesus Camp" opens nationwide. It's importance demands an audience.

If you thinking about the trouble in Iran began or trying to understand why the people of Iran don't trust USA, you have to read this book, "All The Shah's Men" to find out.

The Washington Post article, "Let's Stop Stereotyping Evangelicals," written by Joseph Loconte and Michael Cromartie, is a thoughtful defense of the real work of many Evangelicals.

Examining the constitution of a Mastermind. Not simply planning, but critical timing is required. Be ready for the day the real Terrorist Mastermind arrives, because he will have timing. In the meantime, we are dealing with Nihilist Dunderheads.

Church and State have equal importance in our land, but separate roles to fulfill. The Church's function is to preach the Gospel, not legislate morality. The State's function is to legislate laws, not mandate what the Church is to teach.

Research into past and present politics and poplicies in two of the MidEast's most important- and controversioal nations.

Ending terrorism can only be accomplished through a complicated and comprehensive strategy that considers inclusion of Muslm-clerics, teachers and respected local leaders. Military and social action alone is not the answer.

Jeff Musall's novel Heretics, Us is an example the one thing America doesn't have enough of at this point in time: outrage. Read and judge for yourself whether it's simply a novel, or a horrifyingly accurate prediction of where America is headed.

In 1630, upon the arrival of John Winthrop (a devout Puritan) in Massachusetts, the roots of Puritanism were first planted on American soil. Winthrop and his people came here in hopes of establishing an ideal Puritan society.

In a strictly biblical context, a woman is most often held culpable for the fall of mankind. However, John Milton expresses a refreshing perspective where, a positive outlook on feminist ideology may be witnessed.

Are we destroying ourselves from with in?

I've never heard of the former prime minister before November 6th 2002,, but I found her lecture very inspirational. Her words and emotions behind them are enough to stay with me for years!

If America is truly a society for all its citizens, then there is no place for religious observance. As innocent as it may sound, the Pledge of Allegiance violates the separation of Church and State, as does the observance of religious holidays.

The false interpretaion of Islamic doctrines leads to the strapping explosives to one's body and becoming a Shaid (matyr) in the explosive act against the innocent and the reward is Paradise.

As science has advanced, it has always clashed with a literal interpretation of events as described in the Bible. Some began to see the Bible more through a rhetorical and metaphor inspired window than a literal one. Is this good or bad?

This article will focus on the decrease in political activism on college campuses, based on my personal observations currently attending college. I will explain how its significance and show great college activism globally to show decline in U.S youth.

Throughout various works of literature, authors have often revealed the values and assumptions of a society through a character, who is alienated from this society.

Pres. Bush is set to use his veto power for the first time by sending back legislation that would provide federal funding for research that could cure several diseases. While this would be his first veto, it's hardly the first time Bush has undone a law.

A few tips and hints on how to save money without even feeling the loss.

Heretics, Us. A novel that looks at what could happen when corporatism is the dominant ideal, and power is the goal at any cost.

The Tony Award-winning San Francisco Mime Troupe launches its 2006 season with yet another sociopolitical satire - 'Godfellas," which takes aim at religion in America.

A brief overview of Pat Robertson's stunning 1988 presidential campaign and its contribution to the rise of evangelical Christians in American politics.

These societies reign over and operate at public and less elite colleges and univerities across the country.

The meanings of important words change over time, as well as the focus of certain educational curriculum.