Category Archives: A Liberal Manifesto

An exploration of views of a liberal-by-default, left in the dust by the US stampede to the crazy right.

On the Issue of Stupidity

Posted on July 9, 2012 by Themon

I’ve probably said out loud (at least once) that conservatives as a class are stupid. As in not the brightest bulb in the pack, three bricks shy of a load, easily led by the nose, three dollar bill stupid. Oddly, … Continue reading →

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Liberal Government

Posted on June 23, 2012 by Themon

I’ve asked conservatives to describe the purpose of government. After the usual spate of smart-assed answers (e.g. “nothing” or “taxing us to death”) they usually fall silent. They don’t know. The answer is so obviously correct that it sounds like … Continue reading →

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Liberal Environmentalism

Posted on June 21, 2012 by Themon

I happen to be a dirt-worshipping tree-hugger. A Druid, and a Pagan. That’s a personal choice — it’s not something I’d push on anyone else. I’d even go so far as to say it wouldn’t be a good idea for … Continue reading →

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A Liberal Manifesto

Posted on June 21, 2012 by Themon

Not really — just kidding. I’m not a liberal. I’ve merely found myself standing miles to the left of the putative “center” of US politics as it races rightward toward the Cliffs of Insanity, making me a liberal-by-default. Moreover, I … Continue reading →

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