November 2010
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Petition to Fly with Dignity →
While there’s not much we can do as individuals to stop the inane, invasive, and unconstitutional TSA full body scans and pat-downs, we can sign a petition and join a Facebook group.
Facebook Groups: Fly With Dignity, We Won’t Fly
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Pilate's Hand Washing Stopped More than Just Germs
I’ve always felt a bit odd about the part of the Nicene Creed where we single out Pontius Pilate for his involvement in the crucifixion. According to most traditional readings of the Gospel, Pilate actually tried to stop the whole thing. In any case, he literally washed his hands and declared himself “innocent” (ἀθῷος) of the act before handing Jesus over to be crucified (Matt....
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“Wine; a constant proof that God loves us, and loves to see us happy.”
– Ben Franklin, Letter to Abbé Morellet, 1779. (via WikiQuote)
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“By the time terrorist plotters make it to the airport, it is, generally...”
– Jeffrey Goldberg, ”For the First Time, the TSA Meets Resistance,” The Atlantic, 10/29/2010.
Another great argument against “security theater.”