Tag Archives: treason

Acting Guilty

Posted on July 16, 2018 by hbreck

Generally, when one is accused of a crime, and one doesn’t want to be thought of as guilty (whether actually guilty or not), said individual would be wise to not… y’know… act guilty. Okay, I’m starting off on a snarky … Continue reading →

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One Dares Call It Treason

Posted on February 6, 2018 by hbreck

According to Merriam Webster, the primary definition of the word “Treason” is: “The offense of attempting by overt acts to overthrow the government of the state to which the offender owes allegiance or to kill or personally injure the sovereign … Continue reading →

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Patriotism or Terrorism?

Posted on November 3, 2016 by hbreck

What if we lose? Then we lose. That’s what happens in a representative democracy (or democratic republic, for those pedants that want to quibble). You present your case to the people, and your opponent does the same. And the people … Continue reading →

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Stars and Scars – The Real Meaning of the Confederate Battle Flag

Posted on June 24, 2015 by hbreck

It’s interesting how one issue triggers another. The tragic and disgusting murders of 9 people at a South Carolina church last week have jump-started the recurring debate over the Confederate flag. Specifically, where and when it’s flown, and the meaning … Continue reading →

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