Category Archives: politics

May 25, 2016 J. Max Wilson

On the Problem of “Black and White Thinking”

The blanket rejection of black and white thinking is itself a form of black and white thinking– black and white thinking about black and white thinking. And if black and white thinking about black and white thinking is valid then … Continue reading →

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February 17, 2016 J. Max Wilson

Why Companies Like Apple Should Not Give Government Backdoor Access to Encrypted Customer Data

If you haven’t heard already, Apple has published an open letter explaining that the technology company will not be giving the U.S. Government access to their customer’s encrypted data. The government wants that data to use in law enforcement and anti-terrorism. … Continue reading →

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September 18, 2015 J. Max Wilson

Reasons to Oppose the Legalization of Recreational Drugs

In recent years it has become increasingly trendy to favor the legalization of recreational drugs. Proponents of drug legalization make some good arguments, citing both practical as well as increasingly popular libertarian philosophical reasons. I am certainly sympathetic to many of … Continue reading →

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September 4, 2015 J. Max Wilson

The Consequence of Court Edict – Some Thoughts on Kim Davis and Civil Disobedience

I haven’t followed the Kim Davis controversy closely, so I haven’t really formed a strong opinion of her specific case. However I do feel strongly that just as we make room for conscientious objectors related to war, we absolutely need … Continue reading →

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