Freedom to Criticize.

When I hear the terms "political correctness", "safe speech", and "restricted speech" - my blood crawls with discomfort and I am overwhelmed with urges to launch into an "obscenity speech" to anyone that will listen. All of the above mentioned terms are in violation of Freedom of Speech, but I'm also detecting trends that are in violation of Freedom to Criticize.

Freedom to Criticize? Some might ask when reading this article. It's rather simple: Most people, whether they be in America or Europe, believe in Freedom of Speech, but they have a problem with the Freedom to Criticize; such as citizens who protest out of control spending, experts and activists who protest Islamists, and so on.

And even more people have a problem with the Freedom to Criticize Religion (or should I say the Islamic Religion). As an opinionated Christian, I dislike several Christian denominations, I dislike several "Cultish Christian Religions", and I'm opposed to any Religion that is not of my Christian or of the Jewish faith (Islam, Hindu, etc. etc.).

I have the Freedom to Criticize those Religions and denominations of which I'm opposed to, such as the supposed "religion of peace", Islam, or even the Catholic denomination. But at the exact same time, those who disagree with my religious preference (Born Again, non-denominational) have a right, or should I say a Freedom, to criticize my beliefs as well.

However, the Freedom to Criticize is being prohibited across the entire Western World: Pastors cannot criticize homosexuals or read the Bible in several Nations, individuals such as Ms.Geller of Atlas Shrugs are attacked for standing against Radical Jihad, and writers - like Mark Steyn, are brought before sham "speech tribunals" for exposing Islam as an oppressive religion.

There's a bigger Fight than socialism at hand; there's a fight for our most cherished Freedoms, and we must fight like hell before the Freedom to Criticize is lost for all time in the Western World, and especially in the United States.

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Interview: The Unreligious Right

Jumping in Pools is proud to present number thirty-two in our interview series. Dave from The Unreligious Right has agreed to be interviewed by our site-- check out his site.

UNRR is 45, He's been married for 17 years, and has a twelve year old son. He has an academic background in military history and European diplomatic history among other things. His study of history strongly influences how he view the world. He was raised by conservative Christian parents, but gradually came to realize that he just didn't believe in Christianity, or even in God. But unlike many atheists, he remained on the right politically.

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1. What was the inspiration to start the Unreligious Right?

I used to be a regular commenter on the blog Politburo Diktat, run by Steven Sherman. I spent a large amount of time arguing there. When Steven stopped posting regularly, I decided that I should use the time I was spending there to start my own blog. I also wanted to help counter the impression that all atheists are on the left. In my view atheism is a product of logical reasoning, and logical reasoning is not something I associate with most left-wing positions.

2. What has been the biggest accomplishment of the Obama Administration thus far?

That's a tough question. I'd have to say the biggest accomplishment was getting elected in the first place. Obama ran a skillful campaign, and went from someone with no chance to actually becoming president. Since then it's all been downhill.

3. Biggest failure?

I can't identify any one thing. I think Obama's failures are still in progress, and it's too early to judge the greatest failure. In addition, if Obama succeeds with certain policies, such as passing health care reform, or climate change legislation, I think his personal political success will probably be huge failures for the country as a whole.

4. What is your opinion of Christopher Hitchens?

I think Hitchens is an excellent writer and advocate for his positions. I often agree with his political articles. He's an effective critic of religion, although he takes a much harsher, overtly anti-religious position than I do.

5. If your policy beliefs could be summed into three sentences, what would they be?

Government is a necessary evil. Radical change is more likely to make things worse than to make them better. International relations are primarily driven by power and interests, not morality or legalism.

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Is Obama Satan? : The Anti-Christ Test

According to some religious groups, Obama is the anti-Christ and our world is at an end. Even for someone hardly versed in such matters, it is hard to ignore some of the similarities. There are 27 signs of the anti-Christ, and Obama has fulfilled a few of them.

A Whole Bunch of Similarities:

Sign 3: He will be different than other kings. (Daniel 7:24)

Obama has certainly proven this to be true, as he is the first black president and also has drawn some of the largest crowds to his oratories.

Sign 4: He will rise from obscurity (Daniel 7:8)

Obama again fulfills a prophecy. He was born to an American mother and Kenyan father, and lived in a very small apartment as a boy. It was least expected that during his lifetime, he would become president.

Sign 5: He will speak boastfully (Revelations 13:5)

We all know this to be true, as Obama has often boasted that he is going to solve all of our problems, especially in terms of the economy.

Sign 9: He will try to change laws, perhaps to benefit him (Daniel 7:25)

Obama has already started to change laws (as most politicians do), but his changes recently involving stem-cell research and abortion, are a little out of the ordinary.

Sign 11: He will confirm a covenant with many (Daniel 9:27)

He has reached out his hand (supposedly to the poor) and other special interest groups. The second part of this prophecy, the building of the temple has not happened yet, but we will see...

Sign 13: He will not answer to any authority (Daniel 11:36)

This one is a no brainer, as he is the President of the United States and does not answer to any higher authority.

Sign 14 (& 6): He will blaspheme against the religion of his ancestors (Daniel 11:37)

Remember Obama's comment about sticking to our guns and religion? Bingo! I need say no more.

Sign 15: He will worship no God but himself (Daniel 11:37)

Obama has made obvious statements disavowing religion, and has shown through other statements that he is quite self-absorbed. While this prophesy is not officially complete, this is something to watch.

Sign 19: He will conquer lands with military power (Daniel 11:39-40)

Despite all of his promises to withdraw all troops, Obama recently proposed a troop surge of 30,000 troops into Afghanistan, which is a little surprising for Mr. Peace and Love.

Sign 20: His arrival will be accompanied by signs and wonders (2Thessalonians 2:9)

Obviously this is true because our world is changing and some of the "wonders" that are happening involve changes in gay rights, abortion, and possibly the fixing of the economy.

Sign 23: He will be worshipped by many people (Revelations 13:3 & 17:8)

This is a no brainer as we all remember the Obama craze that happened during his campaign and after he won. The crowds he drew were much larger than any other event we have seen in the recent past, and his name and face were everywhere, even in toy stores.


Despite all of this, there are some key differences between Obama and the prophecy. There are some major prophecies that he either hasn't yet fulfilled or cannot fulfill.


Even More Major Differences


Sign 1: He will be of the ten kings in the restored Roman Empire, and his rule will like that of the Babylonians (Daniel 7:24)

We cannot say if this is or even will be true as, Obama has not been in power long enough to know. As to coming from the ten kings, the meaning of that in our world has yet to appear to me.


Sign 2: He will subdue three kings (Daniel 7:8)

This could mean his victory in the election over Hillary Clinton, John McCain and Mike Huckabee, but evidence to support this is at this time inconclusive. We will have to wait to see if this was indeed true or not, because this could mean something else.

Sign 7: He will oppress Saints and be successful for 3 and ½ years (Daniel 7:25)

Again, we cannot confirm this until Obama has actually been in power for longer, but it could happen...

Sign 8: He will try to change the calendar, perhaps to define a new era, related to himself (Daniel 7:25)

Obama has not yet tried to change the calendar yet, but we have a long ways to go before his term is over.

Sign 10: He will not be succeeded by another earthly ruler, but Christ (Daniel 7: 26-27)

Again we cannot know this for a long time so, this prophesy is not yet fulfilled.

Sign12: He will put an end to Jewish sacrifice and after 3 ½ years will set up an abomination to God in their temple ((Daniel 9:27)

As we have not had Obama as ruler for this long, we will have to wait to see if this is indeed true.

Sign 16: He will have no desire for women (Daniel 11:37)

This is certainly not true as we know that Obama is married and has children.

Sign 17: He will claim to be greater than any God (Daniel 11:37)

Even with all of his lip about religion, Obama has not yet fulfilled this prophesy, or at least yet.

Sign 18: He will claim to be God (2 Thessalonians 2:4)

Obama has not yet made such an obvious blunder as to say this, but again he has a long time remaining as President.

Sign 21: Either he or his companion will claim to be Christ (Matthew 24:21-28)

Neither Obama nor his companion (Which in this case I think is Biden) have said this as of yet but we will see.

Sign 22: He will proclaim that Jesus is false and that he is the Messiah (1John 2:22)

Another thing that has not yet happened, but I wouldn't write it off just yet...

Sign 24: He will hate a nation initially that will have some control over his kingdom, but will eventually destroy this nation (Revelations 13:8)

This could be talking about Saudi Arabia's control over us through oil, thus controlling our economy, but this is not a definite conclusion as there could be other allegories for this prophesy.

Sign 25: He will appear to survive a fatal injury (Revelations 13:3)

We all know that this has not happened yet, and this being the biggest prophesy of the 27, proves that Obama may very well not be the anti-Christ.

Sign 26: His name will be related to the number 666 (Revelations 13:17-18)

I cannot see how there is any correlation to the number 666 in Obama, but I am just one person, so perhaps there is.

Sign 27: He will be empowered by the devil himself (Revelations 13:2)

Many people have said that he is evil, but Devil empowered? I think not.



Conclusions

For those of you who were counting, the score rests as follows: we have 12 signs proving him the Anti-Christ, and 15 proving him not, including the most important prophesies of all (Signs 24-27). Therefore, it is my conclusion that OBAMA IS NOT THE ANTI-CHRIST. I do not agree with his policies, but I draw the line at those who would have the people believe that he is the end of the world.

He is 44 % the anti-Christ, Meaning that he is 56% Normal

I will update this list as the signs are fulfilled (if they are) and base my conclusions thereof. I f you wish me to do this test on any other famous person, comment who and I will do my best to do my test on them.

Elijah Duane Casabonne

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For Some Reason, People Still Don't Believe in Evolution

Darwin's 200th birthday is coming up, and for some odd reason, people still don't believe in evolution. This is 2009, people. Airplanes fly in the sky and we have landed on the moon. What's so difficult to believe that maybe we have changed as a lifeform just a wee bit over the last 4.5 billion years?

I'm a Republican and I believe in God, but I also stringently believe in evolution. The only reason it's still a theory is because we don't have a time machine to make it fact. It's high time that we yield to evidence and take it at face or near-face value.

And the evolutionary evidence is immense. We have fossils and living beings that go very far to prove evolution. Even the fact that we have opposable thumbs should cause some folks to question creationism! But, no, they don't want to see the obvious.

You know who doesn't believe in evolution? Osama bin Laden! Why? Because he believes that the Earth was created in seven literal days. We can at least say that the Earth is more than a few thousand years old, or are we unable to concede this obvious fact?

If we need any proof among the living, the breeding of dogs from wolves clearly show us how evolution could work. While in this case, it was aided by man, just a few thousand years caused such massive disparities in the canine world.

This is not like global warming, where we've just been studying it a few years. This has been going on for 150 years and is backed by fossils and current life. Climate change is yet mostly unknown and fluid.

This is NOT a satire piece. It's meant to say, please take a look at the evidence.



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Just a Thought

I was thinking a couple of months back about the prophecies in the Book of Revalation.

In it it tells about the Whore of Babylon and the trials and tribulations of the people of Earth. Well, I figured that maybe the sacking of Baghdad in 1258 by the leader of the Mongols, Hulagu Khan, may have been a key step in the prophecy.

Those of the Christian faith were tested by the expansion of the Mongols and the Turks. The sack of Baghdad could have been the part of the prophecy concerning Babylon. Plagues recently had ravaged Europe and Asia (Black Death, anyone), and it appeared that life as we knew it was over.

And also, the Battle of Ayn Jalut in 1260 was a battle, but not an actual battle. The Mongol forces were defeated before Hulagu was able to gather all of his forces....
Ayn Jalut is not too far removed from... Megiddo, also known as Armegeddon. The actual battle of Armegeddon was not to take place, but the preparations were supposed to be carried out....
Similar.

Just a thought.
Comment if you have one.