Libertarians are selfish materialists! They trample upon the common good! They don’t have any moral compasses because they think people should get to do whatever they want! No… no… no, and sort of. Popular First Things editor Rusty Reno published a piece in November of 2018, “Common Good Conservatism,” in which he claims, among other … Continue reading Are you secretly libertarian… AND Catholic?! (Part 1)
A Closer Look at Cain’s Curse with John Steinbeck
I recently finished reading John Steinbeck’s great novel, East of Eden, in which he illustrates the age old struggle of fallen man to overcome sin and evil. Throughout the story, he alludes strongly to the well-known Genesis account of Cain and Abel, from which he obtains the title of his book. It would not be … Continue reading A Closer Look at Cain’s Curse with John Steinbeck
“Disco Elysium” Review
Since this blog’s instigator requested video game commentary, I decided to bite the bullet and post a review. Are there more important things to consider? Yes. Are there more widespread concerns in this group? Yes. But did our illustrious leader request such writing? Yes, and I am but a sycophant, here to please. Before discussing … Continue reading “Disco Elysium” Review
Ruminations on the Cult of Professional Professionalism
There is a new cult of which I have been recently made aware. It is dangerous because it is subtle. It has the appearance of the best intentions; it has the appearance of contributing to the common good, but it does not. The cult that I am talking about is what I have deemed “The … Continue reading Ruminations on the Cult of Professional Professionalism
Lander's Forge 