Jamaican pot, attempted murder, lies, sex and blackmail. Carl Hiaasen’s “Skinny Dip” covers all of this and more, offering a perfect combination of high comedy and subtle social commentary.
Category: Columns
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Fertility Awareness: How to prevent pregnancy for free
Trust is one of the many benefits of being in a long-term, committed relationship, and if both people are monogamous, there is very little chance of either person catching anything surprising.
Posted inColumns, Opinion
Government Should Draw A Line and Stick to It
When the founding fathers came up with the Constitution, they set lines in the sand for what the federal government can and cannot do. These lines are very important, once you start moving them, they’re likely to continue to move. The concept is similar to raising children; setting rules can add structure to their lives, […]
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The Tallest Man on Earth serves up a tall order with release of new CD
I present to you The Tallest Man On Earth along with the argument that he is the epitome of good singing and songwriting. His newest album “The Wild Hunt,” is his second LP but the first with can-do-no-wrong record label Dead Oceans, is a beautifully crafted specimen that hides behind nothing.
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The glorious IPA (Thank you, hops)
Similar to many beer drinkers before me, the first time I had a sip of beer I spit it out and said, “This tastes like crap!” But I “struggled” through and am now very glad I did.
Posted inColumns, Opinion
Lack of Expected Support for Longtime Democrats Helps Republican Challenger
Fielding big-name (and less well known) candidates who actually have a wide spectrum of appeal, if the GOP plays its cards right, it may soon have another Republican governor and a Republican senator.
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Bisexual men: The illusion of choice
To be bisexual means that a person discovers he or she is attracted to both men and women. Simple, right?
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Beer Snob: Bavarian bang for your buck
I propose the next time you’re strapped for cash, don’t spend it on 12 packets of top ramen, buy yourself a Franziskaner Hefe-weisse.
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Finally Some Immigration Control
Arizona’s illegal immigration law demands proper immigration documentation, illegalizes the transport of illegal immigrants, and prohibits people from blocking traffic as they try to solicit work. So why are so many radicals boycotting Arizona?
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Woods’ album takes listener back to distant memories and emotions
Woods, for me, has always been a go-to band, no matter the mood. They are astoundingly good.
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The inflation party looks like it’s coming to a close
There have been major riots in Greece lately, as people are upset with their government as it tries to cut back its out-of-control debt.