Californians are being asked to vote on several propositions this coming February 5th. Among them are Propositions 94, 95, 96 and 97, which concern the ratification of treaties made by California with four Indian tribes. The Republican Party of California is recommending a Yes vote on all of these propositions. American Phoenix has reservations. The [...]

Out here in the spiritual wilderness of Northern California, you get your spiritual education any way you can. Mostly, for me, that comes from reading quality books, the National Catholic Register, and the better blogs. I’ve been reading Jimmy Akin’s blog regularly, among many others, for some time now. (By the way, go read the [...]

Pro-Life Supporters: 25,000; Pro-Death Supporters: 250 Yesterday I attended the 4th Annual Walk for Life (West Coast). According to Christian News Wire, a crowd of approximately 25,000 were in attendance for the event, as the below photo reveals (click on the thumbnail to display a larger view). We gathered at the lawn area near Justin [...]

My friend Moonage writes that he is unimpressed with the National Review’s endorsement of Mitt Romney for President. I must respectfully disagree. First of all, Oprah’s endorsement carries far less weight than does the National Review’s editorial board – particularly with conservatives. While I enjoy Oprah’s show and I applaud her humanitarian and philanthropic work, [...]