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American Identity: Evolve Past National Barriers

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Art by Kris HarperWhen I think of American icons, I think of John Wayne, George Washington and Superman. Two of these are solely American concepts, but Superman could be said to be an international icon for good. He is the "ubermensch" that Nietzsche speaks about, the one who has risen above national borders and become an ideal citizen of the world. We should follow suit. … [Read more...] about American Identity: Evolve Past National Barriers

There’s More to Life than Work and Money

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Art by Peau PorotesanoLiving in Malibu is a pleasure in itself. The beaches are clean, the places to eat and shop are well-maintained, and plenty of friendly Malibugans will talk to you if you have the time. As lovely as the beachin’ city is, the fruits of American consumerism stand in elegant ivory houses and in the cars speeding along PCH. Research shows that happiness … [Read more...] about There’s More to Life than Work and Money

During the Oscars, Remember the Foreign Film

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Photo Courtesy of Prayitno//Creative CommonsWith the Oscars around the corner, many people in the country wait with bated breath to see which actors, directors and films will be exalted by the Academy. A night of highest recognition, films reaching the level of even a nomination must be poignant, thought-provoking, historically or contemporarily illuminating, or even … [Read more...] about During the Oscars, Remember the Foreign Film

American Christians Need to Grow Up

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Art by Jenny Rustdad The killing of 12 Egyptian Christians on Feb 15 by fanatical Islamic militants inspired disgust and fury in the hearts of decent human beings everywhere. The Islamic State and their allies had terrorized thousands before, but we may pause and scratch our heads at their rationale for this particular atrocity. They claimed slaughtering the 12 innocents … [Read more...] about American Christians Need to Grow Up