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Frederick Douglas — “An American Slave”

Posted on February 17, 2011 by Steve Simms

Frederick Douglas was claimed to be personal property from his birth around 1818 in the state of Maryland.  He was physically, mentally, and emotionally abused — kept in degraded conditions and treated like an animal.  He was separated from his … Continue reading →

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Gee. Does Geography Make Things True?

Posted on February 2, 2011 by Steve Simms

What determines most people’s religion?  Why are most people in Saudi Arabia Muslims?  Why are most people in India Hindus?  Why do the majority of Americans claim to be Christian?  Why do people in Communist countries say they are atheists? … Continue reading →

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Words Can Enlighten You

Posted on January 31, 2011 by Steve Simms

“The words that enlighten the soul are more precious than jewels.”  –Hazrat Inayat Khan “Have the strength to be compassionate and the wisdom to be humble.”  –Keshavan Nair “The most exhausting thing in life, I have discovered, is being insincere.  That … Continue reading →

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