C.S. Lewis on Liberty by David Theroux Here is David Theroux speaking about C.S. Lewis, a religious person who did not share the progressive view that government power should be used for moral crusades. As I emphasize in my Christmas column, Christianity elevates the individual and gives him a voice. From the voices of individuals moral consciousness can bring reforms.…

Dmitry Orlov Explains the Stupidity of Washington and Its Punk EU Vassals This is an education about Russia. If you haven’t the patience, turn to the conclusions. http://cluborlov.blogspot.com/2015/01/peculiarities-of-russian-national.html

Journalist Finian Cunningham Wonders If There Is Any Limit To The Credulity of Western Populations WesternPolitics of high-octane emotion by Finian Cunningham So America’s top diplomat John Kerry wants to give France “a big hug” to condole over the recent spate of alleged terror attacks in that country. Speaking in Paris while laying a wreath for the 17 victims of violence, Kerry said…

From Jim Quinn, The Burning Platform NOTE: There are official inflation figures after “substitution” and “quality improvement” adjustments. The actual inflation absent these statistical manipulations is much higher. http://www.theburningplatform.com/2015/01/16/no-inflation-unless-you-eat-food-use-water-live-in-a-house-or-apartment-heat-your-home-get-sick-travel-pay-car-insurance-go-to-school-mail-letters-or-do-your-taxes/ Government data reports are so funny. The blaring headlines today tells us that prices dropped in December. We are all saving billions from the drop in oil and gas. Hallelujah!!! The…