Death by Seal

My Brother’s Killer’s Awesome Demise

“We sleep safe in our beds because rough men stand ready in the night to visit violence on those who would do us harm.”   – George Orwell

‘Twas a scene serene last Sunday eve, especially at our house. DefCon Zero. Wife and I contentedly closing out a busy weekend toddling. Even little Atticus went down without incident. Win, Win, Win. The height of drama? 60 Minutes. I’m older than I think.

Halfway in, likely over a Flomax ad, the house phone unexpectedly rings – that’s rare. Only immediate family has the number, …

Over-Joyed

What Our Osama Glee Says About the Soft Bigotry of Low Expectations

Yes, I’m glad Osama bin Laden has been killed. I admire the detective work and the soldiering that was involved. I agree that it’s a symbolically important blow against al-Qaida. …

“Geronimo KIA”

America Exhales, Finally, Upon Hearing the News

That felt good, didn’t it?

There are plenty of reasons – both analytical and moral – to stifle euphoria at the news of Osama bin Laden’s killing. It is unlikely to …