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Your House Versus the White House
by Greg Asimakoupoulos

(November 9, 2024)
Who you are, how you think, what you say, how you act and how you react will have a far more lasting impact eon our nation than the temporary inhabitants of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue…
Topics:
Character, Integrity
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Civility
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Faith
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Family
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Government
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History
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News
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Politics

The Sad State of Our Union
by Greg Asimakoupoulos

(March 9, 2024)
The state of our union as a nation is troubling…
Topics:
Dysfunctional, Broken
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Government
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Policy, Policy Formation
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Social Issues
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Unity, Unified

Is There a Doctor in the House?
by Greg Asimakoupoulos

(October 6, 2023)
Poetical comments on the current chaos on Capitol Hill…
Topics:
Current Events, News
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Dysfunctional, Broken
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New Year's
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Politics

Reflections on the State of Our Union
by Greg Asimakoupoulos

(February 8, 2023)
Marked by division, our fragile union needs a revival of psyche and soul…
Topics:
Faith
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Government
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Politics
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Relationships
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Social Issues

Election Day is Chooseday!
by Greg Asimakoupoulos

(November 8, 2022)
Election Day is the day we voice our values and influence our future…
Topics:
Government
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Patriotism
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Politics
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Values
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Voting & Elections

Life versus Love
by Greg Asimakoupoulos

(June 27, 2022)
A Supreme Court ruling has raised the bar of civil discourse…
Topics:
Beliefs
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Civility
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Communication
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Dysfunctional, Broken
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Faith
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Government
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News
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Policy, Policy Formation
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Politics
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Prayer
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Social Issues
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Social Movements

Liz Cheney's Not Lon Chaney
by Greg Asimakoupoulos

(May 15, 2021)
Why recent events on Capitol Hill resemble a horror show…
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Government
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News
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Politics
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Values
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Voting & Elections

The Fabric of Democracy
by Greg Asimakoupoulos

(February 6, 2021)
Celebrating the strength of our diversity…
Topics:
Character, Integrity
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Civility
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Diversity & Pluralism
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Government
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Relationships

Inauguration Day
by Greg Asimakoupoulos

(January 22, 2021)
It's a day of new beginnings…
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COVID-19
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Current Events, News
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Government
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History
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Hopes & Dreams
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News
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Politics
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Prayer
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Racism and Inequality
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Unity, Unified
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Values
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Voting & Elections

The Supremes Have a New Member
by Greg Asimakoupoulos

(October 31, 2020)
Let's hear it for Amy Coney Barret…
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Crime, Justice, Punishment
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Government
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History
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News

But Where are the People?
by Greg Asimakoupoulos

(August 29, 2020)
Why virtual political conventions are for the birds…
Topics:
Change
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COVID-19
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Current Events, News
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History
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Humor
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Media
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Politics

A House Divided
by Greg Asimakoupoulos

(February 8, 2020)
The state of our nation is not what we're told…
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Dysfunctional, Broken
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Government
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History
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News
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Politics

A Prayer for Lawmakers
by Greg Asimakoupoulos

(February 23, 2019)
What I prayed at the Washington State Legislature on the eve of Washington's birthday…
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Character, Integrity
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Faith
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Freedom
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God
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Government
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Grace
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Leadership
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Prayer

Venti Dreams
by Greg Asimakoupoulos

(February 2, 2019)
What is Howard Schultz thinking?…
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News
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Politics

Divided Loyalties
by Greg Asimakoupoulos

(November 10, 2018)
Our right to vote unites us as Americans…
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Diversity & Pluralism
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Government
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Politics
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Unity, Unified
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Values
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Voting & Elections

A 'Dear John' Letter to Senator McCain
by Greg Asimakoupoulos

(September 1, 2018)
An expressino of thanks for a remarkable leader…
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Personal Stories (Biography/Autobiography)
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Character, Integrity
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Civility
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Courage
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Inspiration
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Leadership
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Politics
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Tribute, Testimony

A Way with Words
by Greg Asimakoupoulos

(July 21, 2018)
Exposing President Trump's verbal challenges…
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Current Events, News
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Language, Meaning
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News
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Politics
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Popular Culture
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Writing

A Call for Respect
by Greg Asimakoupoulos

(February 4, 2018)
Lessons from the State of the Union
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Character, Integrity
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Civility
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Communication
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Government
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News
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Relationships

May I Be Frank, Mr. President?
by Greg Asimakoupoulos

(December 17, 2017)
Challenging a double standard in the Oval Office…
Topics:
Crime, Justice, Punishment
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Current Events, News
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Ethics & Morality
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News
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Politics
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Scandal
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Social Issues
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Values

Praying for a Dictator
by Greg Asimakoupoulos

(June 4, 2017)
Asking God to silence Kim Jong-Un…
Topics:
Change
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Government
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News
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Prayer

Hold the Phone
by Greg Asimakoupoulos

(May 21, 2017)
If only The Donald would do just that…
Topics:
Communication
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Government
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News
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Politics

Second Thoughts about "America First"
by Greg Asimakoupoulos

(February 4, 2017)
The Bible trumps our President's initiative
Topics:
Bible
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Faith
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Government

Make the Presidency Great Again!
by Greg Asimakoupoulos

(January 28, 2017)
A message to the new Commander in Chief…
Topics:
Government
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History
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Leadership
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Politics

Inauguration Day Ponderings
by Greg Asimakoupoulos

(January 20, 2017)
More than a President is called to take an oath…
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Government
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History
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Politics
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Prayer

A Prayer for the President-Elect
by Greg Asimakoupoulos

(November 13, 2016)
A new hymn text to a time-honored tune…
Topics:
Change
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Government
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Leadership
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News
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Politics
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Prayer

The White House Race is a Mud Bowl
by Greg Asimakoupoulos

(October 15, 2016)
Just how low can they go?…
Topics:
Ethics & Morality
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News
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Politics

A Prayer for Uncle Sam
by Greg Asimakoupoulos

(July 2, 2016)
A Fourth of July supplication…
Topics:
Freedom
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History
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Holidays
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July 4 (U.S. Independence Day)
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Prayer
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Trends

My Favorite Uncle's Annual Appeal
by Greg Asimakoupoulos

(April 16, 2016)
Why I hate Tax Day…
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Financial
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Government
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Holidays
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Taxes

The Republican
by Greg Asimakoupoulos

(April 2, 2016)
It's more like a funeral wake…
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News
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Politics

Good Lord, He's a Bad Candidate
by Greg Asimakoupoulos

(March 12, 2016)
Why I hope Donald Trump is not the GOP's nominee…
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News
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Politics

Why Donald Trump Troubles Me
by Greg Asimakoupoulos

(February 27, 2016)
One poetic commentator's opinion…
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Current Events, News
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News
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Politics

Caution: Congress Under Repair
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(March 1, 2015)
The cracks in the Capitol Dome aren't the only cause for concern…
Topics:
Dysfunctional, Broken

Can Two Become One?
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(November 16, 2014)
Here's hoping the new Congress can make vows of unity…
Topics:
Politics
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Unity, Unified

The Lessons of Bridgegate
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(January 19, 2014)
Coming to terms with an unnecessary toll…
Topics:
Ethics & Morality
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Politics

Uncle Sam at the Brink
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(December 9, 2012)
A suicide watch in Washington…
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Politics

A State of Indecision
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(October 21, 2012)
Washington state debates same-sex marriage…
Topics:
Faith
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Family
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Political Correctness
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Politics
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Social Issues

The Donkey and the Elephant
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(October 7, 2012)
Can we hear what each is saying?…
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Politics

A Faded Bedroom Poster
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(September 2, 2012)
Why it's time for a new one…
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Politics

Undercover Betrayal
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(April 29, 2012)
Lessons from the Secret Service scanda…
Topics:
Government
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Scandal

Where's the Party?
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(March 25, 2012)
The Grand Old Party needs a party planner…
Topics:
Planning
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Politics

A Prayer for Lawmakers and Others
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(January 15, 2012)
Asking Divine guidance for those who make decisions…
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Politics
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Prayer

Herman "Raisin" Cane
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(November 13, 2011)
How the accused reacts to the "grapes of wrath"…
Topics:
Current Events, News
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Grace
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Politics

And They're Off
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(August 21, 2011)
The county fair campaigning has begun…
Topics:
Politics

Obama's Big Black Bus
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(August 21, 2011)
What's wrong with this picture?…
Topics:
Politics

Uncle Sam's Spending Problem
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(August 7, 2011)
Is raising the debt ceiling the best solution?…
Topics:
Financial
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Government
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Politics

The Little Weiner Went to Congress
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(June 12, 2011)
If only it were just a nursery rhyme…
Topics:
Current Events, News
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Politics
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Scandal

Chicago's All-TIme Favorite Sport
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(January 30, 2011)
The votes are in…
Topics:
Current Events, News
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Politics

Don't Ask? Don't Tell?
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(January 9, 2011)
What would the Generals say?…
Topics:
Armed Forces
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Current Events, News
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History
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Social Issues

High Touch Security
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(November 21, 2010)
Can't touch that!…
Topics:
Current Events, News
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Government
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Safety
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Travel

Dancing with the Stars and Stripes
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(October 31, 2010)
It's boogie time with the ballot box…
Topics:
Current Events, News
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Politics

Tea Party Ponderings
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(October 3, 2010)
What began one night in Boston still continues in our day…
Topics:
Current Events, News
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History
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Politics

Obama, Duh!
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(March 21, 2010)
New lyrics to the same old tune about healthcare reform…
Topics:
Current Events, News
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Health Care
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Politics

O Little Town of Washington
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(December 27, 2009)
There is no goodwill among men on Capitol Hill…
Topics:
Health Care
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Politics

Domestic Parter-Ships
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(November 1, 2009)
Should their moorage be equal to marriage?
Topics:
Family
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Language, Meaning
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Politics
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Social Issues

Obama, Obsama
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(October 25, 2009)
Reminding the President of a promise…
Topics:
Politics
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Terrorism

Jimmy's Crack Scorned
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(September 27, 2009)
Why the former President misspoke…
Topics:
Communication
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Politics

The Lion Sleeps
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(August 30, 2009)
A tribute to Ted Kennedy: the prince who never would be king…
Topics:
Personal Stories (Biography/Autobiography)
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Politics
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Tribute, Testimony

Profiles in Courage (and Humanity)
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(August 30, 2009)
Facing the four Kennedy brothers head-on…
Topics:
Personal Stories (Biography/Autobiography)
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History
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Politics
•
Tribute, Testimony

Slaves of Lust
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(June 28, 2009)
An over-populated political prison…
Topics:
Politics
•
Scandal

The Bronx Cheers
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(May 31, 2009)
But the jury is still out on this judge…
Topics:
Political Correctness
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Politics

A Table Grace for Tax Day
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(April 19, 2009)
Singing for our supper…
Topics:
Faith
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Financial
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Politics

The Motorcade and the Parade
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(April 5, 2009)
Obama's reception in London is no Palm Sunday parade…
Topics:
Current Events, News
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Easter
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Politics

Babies in the Wings (Clipped)
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(March 15, 2009)
Grieving a pro-life stance…
Topics:
Current Events, News
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Ethics & Morality
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Politics
•
Social Issues

A President's Day Present
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(February 22, 2009)
A little package from his friends on the Hill…
Topics:
Crisis
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Financial
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Politics

Lunacy in the Land of Lincoln
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(February 1, 2009)
Hot Rod left the race track of reason…
Topics:
Crime, Justice, Punishment
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Politics
•
Scandal

A Violation of Robert's Rules of Order
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(January 25, 2009)
Pondering the Chief Justice's uncharacteristic gaff…
Topics:
Politics

A Purpose-Driven Choice
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(December 21, 2008)
Obama's Democratic critics speak volumes…
Topics:
Politics
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Prayer
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Religion

Son of a Blagojevich
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(December 14, 2008)
One governor's questionable pedigree…
Topics:
Crime, Justice, Punishment
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Politics
•
Scandal

A Shrine to "No Belief"
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(December 14, 2008)
Yet another governor raises eyebrows…
Topics:
Beliefs
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Christmas
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Politics

A Thankless Thanksgiving in the White House
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(November 30, 2008)
A less-than-memorable holiday for the First Family…
Topics:
Holidays
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Politics
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Thanks, Thankfulness, Thanksgiving

The White House is Over-Rated
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(November 9, 2008)
Why your house matters much more…
Topics:
Politics

Dumb and Dumber
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(October 26, 2008)
Not the movie, but this senseless presidential campaign…
Topics:
Politics

Joe the Plumber Pleads His Case
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(October 19, 2008)
Making the case for the small business guy…
Topics:
Freedom
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Politics

A Peel at Todd Palin's Alaska
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(October 5, 2008)
Why the First Dude is having second thoughts…
Topics:
Politics

Queen Sarah and Delaware Joe
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(October 5, 2008)
The difference between the two is debatable…
Topics:
Politics

Batter Up
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(September 28, 2008)
A creative alternative to presidential debates…
Topics:
Politics

Sarah Palin Needs Our Prayers
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(September 7, 2008)
Her family's joys and sorrows are not unique…
Topics:
Politics
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Prayer

Sarah (Plain and Tall) Palin
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(August 31, 2008)
What I know about this unknown candidate…
Topics:
Personal Stories (Biography/Autobiography)
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Politics

The Purpose-Driven Pastor Grills the Candidates
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(August 24, 2008)
Rick Warren's burger-bash at Saddleback…
Topics:
Politics
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Religion

Conventions Come, Conventions Go
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(August 24, 2008)
What we can expect in Denver…
Topics:
Politics

Joe Biden's Bidin' Time
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(August 24, 2008)
Actually, he's writing a speech…
Topics:
Politics

A Relay Race Disgrace
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(August 17, 2008)
Sober lessons from John Edward's fall…
Topics:
Ethics & Morality
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Politics
•
Scandal

Jeremiah's Lamentations
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(April 6, 2008)
What Obama now laments about his pastor…
Topics:
Politics
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Religion

A Racial Race?
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(March 9, 2008)
The black and white truth about a black candidate…
Topics:
Politics
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Social Issues

Poetry in Motion
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(February 10, 2008)
What Maya Angelou is blind to…
Topics:
Arts & Entertainment
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Politics

Dancing with Our Candidate
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(February 10, 2008)
Kicking up our caucusing heels…
Topics:
Politics

`Prayer for Our Head of State
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(February 3, 2008)
On the occasion of the State of the Union address…
Topics:
Leadership
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Prayer

He's Not a Sheep Clad Wolf
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(January 27, 2008)
Barack Obama is a Christ-follower…
Topics:
Faith
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Politics
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Religion

A Horse Race without Equal
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(January 13, 2008)
The candidates continue to jockey for position…
Topics:
Politics

The Obama and Oprah Show
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(December 12, 2007)
Is this a winning team?…
Topics:
Politics
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Popular Culture
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Television

Holy Smoke
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(December 6, 2007)
Fuming questions about a candidate's faith…
Topics:
Politics
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Religion

The Marathon to the White House
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(November 19, 2007)
The exhausting impact of this presidential race…
Topics:
Politics

Disgraced in the John
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(September 16, 2007)
How a Minneapolis bathroom flushed a reputation…
Topics:
Current Events, News
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Politics
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Scandal

Gordon Brown's Dilemma
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(July 1, 2007)
How will Britain's new Prime Minister vote on Iraq?…
Topics:
Current Events, News
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Politics

A Politically-Correct Holiday is a Humbig
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(December 3, 2006)
One jaded Christian's Christmas wish…
Topics:
Christmas
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Education
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Faith
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Freedom
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Holidays
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Politics

Election Day in Who-ville
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(October 29, 2006)
The paradox of exporting what we fail to practice&helliip;
Topics:
Current Events, News
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Politics

Hyde and Seek
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(October 6, 2006)
The fall elections are anything but child's play…
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Current Events, News
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Politics

The Donkey King's Temper Tantrum
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(October 1, 2006)
Questioning Clinton's right to criticize…
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Current Events, News
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Politics

Remembering Joe Lieberman
by Greg Asimakoupoulos
(August 13, 2006)
The Connecticut senator is a casualty of war.…
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Current Events, News
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Politics
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War