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In this wonderful week where an entire country is wholeheartedly encouraged to be intentional in their expression of gratitude, let’s keep it short, simple, and straight to the point… Let’s quote the quip from author John Ortberg in another one of his witty-titled books, “When the Game
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Right before the most recent election, Pres. Biden announced his intention to run for reelection. Right after the most recent election, former Pres. Trump announced his intention to run for reelection. Each, therefore, has now publicly stated they want the position. Hence, allow us a bit of an honest, raw
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So honest question today… no need to tell me… I’m encouraging honesty with self. In the most recent election cycle — and on the days you tune into the news — do you tune into a majority of the following resources: * The Daily Mail * FOX News * National Review * New York Post
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As of this week, the Intramuralist celebrated 14 years of existence. Thank you, readers! For the thousands of you who read weekly, I am grateful for your presence and participation. My intention has always been to honor you — in my words and in the sharing of my perspective — regardless of
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Since Election Day has come and gone, let’s talk. Honestly. Unassumingly. And as always here, respectfully. Now what? Let’s start with arguably the most glaring slant of the season; our politics is bringing out the worst in us. Allow me to gently but unequivocally explain. Our politics is
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I love how we are given opportunity to learn the same lessons repeatedly. The environment is different; the circumstances change; but the learning is the same. If I’m honest, there was a time in my life when I found that to be more a frustration than opportunity. And then
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Years ago, I penned a version of this post. Fascinatingly— which doesn’t necessarily mean good — I think it’s still relevant. I reference the insights of self-described “professional truth sayer,” Matt Walsh, who suggested 6 years ago that “America Is Falling Apart And It’s Your [our] Fault.
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The Intramuralist loves questions! That’s no secret. It’s the only punctuation piece that invites a response. So for the month of October, we wrote down every news-oriented question from every site visited (capped after hitting 150). 65 sites are included — left, right and center. Note that not
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In a recent post I referenced this idea that we pick and choose what we care about. If it affects me, I care. But if it doesn’t directly affect me, it’s a little bit out of sight, out of mind, so-to-speak. I’m thinking that’s
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As we near the 2022 midterm elections, some of our long-fueled societal weaknesses are becoming increasingly visible. For example, for the past half dozen years, the Intramuralist has been disappointed in our overall choice of candidates. It seems we oft have to choose between the lesser of two evils,
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Hear it directly from them… from those who represent No Labels, an organization that refuses to fuel the anger and divisiveness that is ruining our politics. (Allow the Intramuralist to suggest it also erodes the individual heart; no one ever becomes better or wiser by being bitter.) We’ve spoken
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I don’t remember when this happened. I was too young then. It was 1979. I don’t remember if I was aware or had any emotional reaction. I’m not even certain if I would have known if I would have been disturbed. If I’m honest — and I’