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All articles published on December 9, 2008
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Politics
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Are Banks Utilities?
Is "Capitalism2" - where my bank is as bland as my natural gas provider - our only path after the economic lessons of 2008?
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Abortion Awareness on Campus
My experiences with Justice for All and their efforts to bring abortion awareness to college campuses.
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Obama's Promise of Renewing American Diplomacy With Europe: D.O.A.
Will the European establishment allow Obama to lead the world when to do so will raise questions about their own ethnic minorities?
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Finance and Insurance: How a Change in Focus Led to an Economic Crisis
The current financial crisis can be traced to a misguided focus on financing without an understanding of the risk of loss. We took our eye off the ball.
Video
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Movie Review: Fred Claus
Kris bliss...
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Blu-ray Review: The Chronicles of Narnia - Prince Caspian
Narnia's not as fresh as it used to be, but this disc is a showcase when the action hits.
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DVD Review: Lost - The Complete Fourth Season
The most mind-bending, heart-rending season of Lost yet.
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Movie Review: Cadillac Records
Definitely worth checking out, but leaves you wanting for more.
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DVD Review: Horton Hears A Who!
Horton Hears A Who! is the adaptation of the popular Dr. Seuss book.
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Movie Review: The Dark Knight (DivX)
Not only lives up to its hype, it exceeds the expectations generated by it.
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DVD Review: Scrubs - The Complete Seventh Season
Scrubs fans can get some holiday cheer until the 8th season premiere on ABC (Jan. 6) with this Sacred Heart Hospital set.
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Blu-ray Review: Tommy Boy - Holy Schnike Edition
The road trip featuring David Spade and Chris Farley is finally in High Definition!
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Box Office Update 12/5-12/7: Four Christmases Holds Strong
Christmas takes the top spot while action flounders.
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Top Gear Returns!
Top Gear's new season has begun, happy days are here again!
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DVD Review: Horton Hears a Who! (2008)
An incredibly heartwarming and hilarious story that managed to be completely modern while staying true to the spirit of Dr. Seuss’ book.
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DVD Preview: Daniel Boone - Season 6
'Daniel Boone" tells interesting, socially conscious stories about the times.
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Tall Writer's Golden Globe Nomination Predictions
Golden Globe nominations for film (and television) will be released Thursday morning, December 11, and here are my predictions.
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DVD Review: Petticoat Junction – The Official First Season
Although the first season was not the best of the series, the insightful bonus material makes it well worth owning.
Music
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Music DVD Review: The Black Keys - Live at the Crystal Ballroom
The Black Keys make it look easy.
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Music Review: Hot Club de Norvège - Django Music
Gypsy Swing flourishes all over the world but these days its heart might be in Scandinavia.
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Music Review: Straight No Chaser - Holiday Spirits
Straight No Chaser presents an a cappella Christmas.
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Music Review: Ken Block - Drift
A fantastic album created by Sister Hazel's lead singer Ken Block.
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Music Review: The Yardbirds, Hades, Lair of the Minotaur, Kreator, Ross the Boss, Sinner, Ephrat, & Karmakanic
Ross the Boss, through prog-ville via Hades to watch Yardbirds.
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Music Review: Various Musicians - Rich Man's War: New Blues & Roots Songs Of Peace And Protest
A collection of intelligent, musically interesting songs that also happen to have been written in response to events of the last eight years.
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Music Review: The Who - Live At Leeds
The Who: Chapter 6.
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Music Review: Boards of Canada - Music Has The Right To Children
Electronica's eureka moment: probably the only classic album not reissued in 2008.
Gaming
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Nintendo Wii Review: Shaun White Snowboarding Road Trip
Be safe yet reckless with this outstanding snowboarding game, improving the experience by adding the balance board.
Sports
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Greg Maddux Retires As The Greatest Of All Time
No issues. No ego. No suspensions. He didn't miss a start. The guy just showed up and pitched when asked.
Books
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Book Review: Boutique Knits - 20+ Must-Have Accessories by Laura Irwin
A beautiful collection of accessories to knit - perfect for the holidays.
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Book Review: Call Me Ted by Ted Turner (with Bill Burke)
Ted Turner looks back on an almost unbelievable life in this entertaining and inspiring autobiography.
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Book Review: Bible Illuminated - The Book New Testament
Displayed in a magazine-like format, the colors and imagery are striking and will keep the reader wanting to turn the pages.
Culture
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Designing Your Own Holiday Cards
Simple step-by-step guidelines for creating personal holiday magic.
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