Monthly Archives: May 2016

American Bar Association Poised To Ban Expressions of Thoughtcrime

Posted on May 19, 2016 by The Political Hat

     The American Bar Association considering speech codes that would open up lawyers to punishment if they utter innocuous statements that the Leftist-inclined ABA deems to be expressions of thoughtcrime. “It is professional misconduct for a lawyer to:… (g) harass or … Continue reading →

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The Unlibertarian Libertarians

Posted on May 18, 2016 by The Political Hat

     One would expect, out of all the major and minor parties in the United States of America, that the Libertarian Party would be the one that would support businesses in their right to refuse service if they find such service … Continue reading →

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Brazilian Impeachment Shenanigans

Posted on May 17, 2016 by The Political Hat

     Right in time for the 2016 Summer Olympics, Brazil is ready to display to the world just how corrupt and messed up its government is (with bonus Zika and hookers)!      The Speaker of the Brazilian House, Eduardo Cunha , who … Continue reading →

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“Trans”-ing Education

Posted on May 16, 2016 by The Political Hat

     Not to be satisfied with suing North Carolina to force them to let men use the girl’s restrooms, the Obama administration has issued mandatory “guidance” that declares a right to separate facilities based on sex (via Title IX) to now … Continue reading →

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News of the Week (May 15th, 2016)

Posted on May 15, 2016 by The Political Hat

  News of the Week for May 15th, 2016 Tweet

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Meanwhile, At The Nevada Democratic Convention

Posted on May 14, 2016 by The Political Hat

     Looks like Bernie and Hillary supporters aren’t getting along so well… Tweet

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Cultural Marxism, The Academic Cult

Posted on May 14, 2016 by The Political Hat

     Ever doubt that Marxism applied to race, gender, sexuality, &c. (i.e. Cultural Marxism) is real?  Ever believe that colleges are where people are exposed to a variety of different ideas?      If ever, than you’d be wrong.      Cultural Marxism, and its … Continue reading →

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How NOT To Teach Democracy In Schools

Posted on May 13, 2016 by The Political Hat

     The Left love to champion “democracy” and use it as an excuse to shove people into a voting booth like it is a clown car, because it is advantageous to them… until it is not.  Venezuelan President Maduro has threatened … Continue reading →

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Quick Takes – Government In The Dorm; Government In The Bedroom; Government In the Dungeon

Posted on May 12, 2016 by The Political Hat

     Another “quick takes” on items where there is too little to say to make a complete article, but is still important enough to comment on.      The focus this time: The Religious Right were amateurs!      First, a little mood music:      Carrying … Continue reading →

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Free Range Children and The Nanny State

Posted on May 11, 2016 by The Political Hat

     While there is much to be said about “helicopter” parents and the effect they have on their children who never learn to become functioning independent adults, a greater risk is the punishment of those parents who allow their children even … Continue reading →

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