Posts Tagged ‘ Utah ’

Dissecting Porn: A look at some interesting statistics.

March 3, 2009
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Dissecting Porn: A look at some interesting statistics.

Today’s post is by Orchard.  First off an introduction of myself is in order as this is my first actual post!  I’ve been around for a while writing behemoth-sized responses to threads which then require massive digestion on the parts of readers.  I’d apologize for that, but doing so might imply some level of contrition or intention to stop.  Since neither is the case, I’ll say that I am aware that it does cause some people’s brains to go into shock mode.  I am a research associate at a large educational research organization and my background is in Industrial/Organizational...

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Ralph Nader in Utah

July 26, 2008
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Ralph Nader in Utah

Friends in Utah and in Surrounding States — Seeing Ralph Nader speak (as a Congressional Intern) was a highlight of my life.  He remains a hero of mine to this day.  Our good friend Ashley Sanders is hosting a house party tonight for Mr. Nader (for those who can still make it), and if ya’ll get the chance, you definitely should consider going to hear him speak when he comes to Utah on July 31st.  Information below and attached for both events.  Go Nader!  Go Ash!!!!  And please spread the word!!!

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The Sun Never Sets on the Mormon Empire: Cultural Colonialism

April 24, 2008
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The Sun Never Sets on the Mormon Empire:  Cultural Colonialism

I was talking with a French colleague at dinner about the differences between European politics and American politics, and he made a statement that left an impression. European politics are colored by their colonialist histories and how to balance a preservation of their culture while dealing with the other cultures they have essentially subordinated over time. For example, he mentioned the Muslims in France who demanded equal consideration of their separate cultural preferences in the very strict and isolationist French culture. The French people are very concerned with preserving their culture, values, and language (even governing the number of...

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