Diary, Astute Observations
David Brooks attempts an interesting summary of Charles Taylor’s book “The Secular Society.” I have long felt that meaning does not require the existence of a God.Building Meaning in a Secular Society
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Diary, Curious News
I have never heard before that someone was asked about their credit score on a first date. I wonder if this is a function of the financial crisis of 2007/2008? The NY Times reports on this new trend on the dating scene. New on the Dating Scene
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The Wall Street Journal takes you behind the scenes how the deal to avert the cliff fell apart. The will not be a quiet holiday season.How ‘Cliff’ Talks Hit the Wall
Diary, Astute Observations
The novelist SILAS HOUSE tells us how he goes about his craft. In the process he reminds us how to make every day special.Making Every Day Special
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Amy Davidson (New Yorker) has created the perfect title for her story and got hold of the photo to prove her point. What we know is that a movie will be made about the fall of Patreaus because the story and cast of characters is too good. Shirtless Agent In Bottomless Scandal
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David Brooks explains the creed that went into the original Republican Party and what the GOP needs to have a change in future presidential election where an ever increasing share of non-whites will go to the polls.Speak to the City Dwellers