2004 Election. No one wins.
Why the Mandate is anything but.
Educational Inflation
A critique of the value of educational diplomas.
The black, white and red of the colorblind society
An essay noting the state of the civil rights movement in the wake of Rosa Park's death.
The Cheating Mentality
Essay about cheating in online games, using hacks in multiplayer games.
Smart Kids in Distress
Advice for young artists and free thinkers struggling in high school.
A Perspective on Patriotism
Essay about patriotism, nationalism and America.
America’s New War
A reaction to the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on America, written shortly after the attacks.
The idea of love
A philosophical look at the human emotion of love, originally printed in the Messenger.
The Great American Hoopty
My advice on used cars. If you can't tell... I hate cars. Their only redemption is that they offer something to talk and write about.
Some thoughts on learning
Shawn Olson criticizes the standard battle between educators promoting exclusive learning styles.