Stories in the popular press these days abound with references to “conspiracy theories.” It seems that every time some fringe group or some eccentric individual makes some wild, unsubstantiated claim, we have a new “theory.” Actually, we don’t.

Seeing our flag flying proudly from the highest point on the pole has always communicated strength, resolve, and determination in the face of adversity. But when it is lowered to half staff, it seemsto convey a sense of weakness, woundedness, and even perhaps defeat.Perhaps we should have a second flag—a Memorial Flag, or pennant. That flag could fly just below the national colors and would symbolize the respect and remembrance of anyone or group who made the ultimate sacrifice for the Republic and its people. It would signal that this was a memorial occasion, while the national colors would still fly at full staff. The message would always be: “We keep our colors high, and bow to no foe.”

Two Americas

Author: [wpuf-meta name=”author”] Source: [wpuf-meta name=”source”] Comments: This timeless dissertation reminds us that one of the factors that cause Americans (or people of any culture) to misconnect and misunderstand one another is the simple but extremely important difference between extroverts and introverts. Written by an introvert, this charming defense takes …

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Plato, the Greek philosopher who taught and wrote about the idea of democracy 2400 years ago, offered a warning to all future generations. Democracy, he said, has one fatal flaw. Its greatest benefit, ironically, always becomes its greatest weakness. He had doubts about whether democracy would survive the centuries