Monthly Archives: September 2008

The Mirror Can Be Brutal

Posted on September 30, 2008 by Jerry Wilson

I know a man who is quite proud of two things: his status as a unwavering liberal and his lavish lifestyle.  He often boasts of his wealth, both in terms of cash on hand and investments.  He lives in a … Continue reading →

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Where There’s A Whip…

Posted on September 29, 2008 by Jerry Wilson

Jesus said, “My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you.  Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends.  You are my friends if you do what I command … Continue reading →

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Ragged Glory, Yet Glory Nonetheless

Posted on September 28, 2008 by Jerry Wilson

Picking up from yesterday… On the surface, a free concert on a foggy beach in front of a few dozen faithful doesn’t sound like much.  Don’t let the surface fool you.  This was music from the heart addressing the three … Continue reading →

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The Glory Road

Posted on September 27, 2008 by Jerry Wilson

Earlier this evening I had the privilege of attending the final stop on the Lost Dogs’ “Glory Road” tour along Route 66 which ended on the beach at Santa Monica. The Lost Dogs (L to R): Mike Roe, Terry Taylor, … Continue reading →

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Debating The Debate

Posted on September 26, 2008 by Jerry Wilson

Given that both sides are claiming victory and traditional media is heralding Obama in tonight’s debate, it’s safe to say neither side “won.”  I give the edge to McCain, but then again I admit since I’m a conservative and McCain’s … Continue reading →

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Keeping On

Posted on September 25, 2008 by Jerry Wilson

There was an op/ed column in the New York Times this past Sunday by Nicholas Kristof that while not warranting attention grabs some nonetheless.  Kristof, an unabashed Obama fanboy, whines about how there are mad bad and dangerous to know … Continue reading →

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Obama And Palin: Studies In Faith

Posted on September 24, 2008 by Jerry Wilson

And now, what I said would be yesterday's topic… today. Faith, specifically the faith of a given candidate, has played a substantial role in this year's Presidential campaign.  Barack Obama has seen his faith serve as both surprise and stress … Continue reading →

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Saying What Should Not Be Said

Posted on September 23, 2008 by Jerry Wilson

I’ll talk about what I said yesterday I’d talk about today tomorrow.  And if you followed that you’re doing better than I!  Anyway, there’s something else I want to talk about today.  Actually, someone. Bill Clinton. Some time ago I … Continue reading →

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Six Hundred

Posted on September 22, 2008 by Jerry Wilson

When prepping to write this entry I happened to glance at the site stats and noticed this is the six hundredth post I’ve written for this blog.  At least it’s not the six hundredth and sixty-sixth post, one to which … Continue reading →

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The Lust, The Flesh, The Eyes And The Pride Of Life — Now Appearing In The Business Section

Posted on September 20, 2008 by Jerry Wilson

So why are we in the financial mess we’re in? First, the technical explanation.  In 1977 during the Carter administration, legislation entitled the Community Reinvestment Act, or CRA, was passed.  Quoting from the Federal Reserve’s Web site: The CRA requires … Continue reading →

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