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Month: May 2020

Memorial Day

We are in an interesting position right now in our country.  We are arguing about whether or not we should wear masks and social distance.  Most of our arguments revolve around our Constitutional rights and how much authority our government has.  Today I hope we recognize that all these rights, even the right to attack … Continue reading Memorial Day →

James Finck Class Notes Leave a comment May 25, 2020 2 Minutes

Marxists vs. Fascists

Today, it seems that the worst possible label you can give a political leader is “fascist." Traditionally this is a term reserved for far right leaders and has been applied by many towards President Trump. Yet recently I have seen it used against liberal governors of states who are keeping quarantines in place. Calling a … Continue reading Marxists vs. Fascists →

James Finck Historically Speaking 1 Comment May 24, 2020May 24, 2020 3 Minutes

Mail In Voting

  With the shutdown of everything non- essential and social distancing becoming the new normal, one area of concern is voting. At the very heart of our democracy is the ability to vote. However, if we eliminate gatherings, as we have been instructed to do, voting is problematic. As of now the presidential vote hopefully … Continue reading Mail In Voting →

James Finck Historically Speaking, Uncategorized Leave a comment May 11, 2020 3 Minutes

Miracle Cures

  As I was driving home from my office this week and listening to talk radio, the host kept talking about how if everyone took 50 milligrams of zinc each day we could wipe out COVID-19. It seems like over the last few weeks I have read or seen many so-called cures for our current … Continue reading Miracle Cures →

James Finck Historically Speaking Leave a comment May 5, 2020 5 Minutes

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