MODERATOR: My friends, it is with deep regret that I must come before you — the Peoples Republic of Science Fiction — to announce that
Fear and Loathing at the Awards Table, part 6
It’s rhetorical pogrom season, in the Peoples Republic of Science Fiction. The 2016 Hugo award selection list (aka: final ballot) has been released, and we
Why I can’t be a socialist
I’ve tried (over time) to explain my opposition to socialism in these terms: 1) Socialism’s ultimate disregard for the dignity and rights of the individual.
Sad Puppies and the future
Many people have already seen George R. R. Martin’s optimistic (and well-intended) commentary at his LiveJournal. However, just as with George’s hood ornament Alfie awards
A comment about Stolen Valor
So this piece of news has been floating through the military ethersphere. Stolen Valor has become a very hot topic over the past 15 years.
What does the Bible have in common with William Shatner?
Two pieces crossed my desk this week, each of them tangentially connected to the other. Both of them discuss what I’d call the more unfortunate
Brad R. Torgersen 