Tag Archives: Rick Perry

The United States of Wonderland

Posted on April 11, 2015 by nowandthenadays

A few weeks ago, I found myself wondering where to find the elevator to get me out of this rabbit hole in which I found myself.  Until that point, the world could get pretty crazy, but I would never have … Continue reading →

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The Children, the President, and the Lady

Posted on July 26, 2014 by nowandthenadays

Recently, the right-wing media and their favorite politicians lambasted President Obama for not taking a quick field trip to the Texas/Mexico border. They were suggesting that as long as he was in Austin, he was already “in the neighborhood,” and … Continue reading →

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Of Burros, Barbarians, and Brain Snatchers

Posted on September 20, 2011 by nowandthenadays

In sleepy Austin, Texas, I came to consciousness during the “wonder years” world of the 50s and 60s, and like everyone around me, I was proud of my nationality, believing in the superiority of all things American.   My 21-year old … Continue reading →

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Pray Away the Altar of More Wealth for the Few

Posted on August 7, 2011 by nowandthenadays

I’m sorry to say that I didn’t get to participate much in the Day of Debauchery and Gluttony, the so-called day created on Facebook (and elsewhere, maybe?) as a reaction to Rick Perry’s Day of Prayer and Fasting.  But, I … Continue reading →

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