Author Archives: J.R.

Returning Vets Face Job Discrimination by Federal Government

Posted on February 24, 2012 by J.R.

Laws are for the private sector. Every year, more than a thousand National Guard, reserve and active-duty troops coming back from Iraq, Afghanistan or other military duties complain of being denied jobs or otherwise being penalized by employers because of their … Continue reading →

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Girl Scout Cookies

Posted on February 20, 2012 by J.R.

I was just wondering, how long will it be until Michelle Obama’s next health initiative is banning, or otherwise modifying girl scout cookies?  How long until they can only be purchased in cute little four cookie packs “for our own good?” … Continue reading →

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Lewis-McChord Soldier Charged With Theft of Military Equipment

Posted on February 18, 2012 by J.R.

This is a perfect example of how not to advance your military career, or make friends in the Army. Pvt. Nicholas Solt of Slatington, Pennsylvania, has been arrested in connection with $630,000 worth of missing equipment at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, according … Continue reading →

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Suicidal veteran called crisis line, charged with weapons violation

Posted on February 18, 2012 by J.R.

Sadly, this is not the one I mentioned a week ago.  This is a new case. Homeless and depressed, Sean Duvall wandered the streets of Blacksburg, each step taking him closer to suicide. In his backpack he carried a final … Continue reading →

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Veterans Bike Journey, and More VA Incompetence

Posted on February 18, 2012 by J.R.

Sometimes you just have to do something —anything — to get people’s attention. Jeremy Staat and Wesley Barrientos, veterans of the Iraq War, have been consumed by that feeling for months now. They’re proud of their military service and proud of … Continue reading →

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Veterans are Highly Disagreeable

Posted on February 18, 2012 by J.R.

Boy this sounds awfully familiar.  From This Ain’t Hell. The Huffington Post reports that “Military Service Does Number On Vets’ Minds, Study Suggests“. The upshot is that we’re all disagreeable; “Military recruits are a little less warm and friendly to … Continue reading →

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Why Conservatives Suck

Posted on February 16, 2012 by J.R.

In a nutshell, we suck because we’re firmly grounded in reality and expect people to take personal responsibility for their lives. Tweet

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Hope

Posted on February 15, 2012 by J.R.

Just when I thought all hope for a sane, moral society had been lost in the wake of Governor Chris Christie’s idiotic proclamation to fly flags at half staff in honor of another dead, drug addicted celebrity, I found a glimmer … Continue reading →

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Nicki Minaj, Christian Superstar

Posted on February 13, 2012 by J.R.

It just wouldnt be right if we didnt have at least one mindless celebrity hating on Christianity at all times in order to garner attention. Fortunately we have Nicki Minaj to carry the torch cross on this one.  Because nothing says … Continue reading →

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Dead Celebrity? How Tragic. Dead Soldier? Who Cares.

Posted on February 12, 2012 by J.R.

Once again the world is mourning the loss of strung out celebrity who was known for their ability to sing well.  Whitney Houston died as a result of her own reckless lifestyle.  Meanwhile, an American Soldier died in service to … Continue reading →

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