Philosophy
As we prepare to get patriotic this weekend to celebrate another anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, it may also be worth reflecting on the history of the Star Spangled Banner.
When I was younger, I must confess I always assumed the song started by asking whether Jose could see what we so proudly hailed, and I used to wonder who the hell Jose was... it wasn't for a long time that someone would point out that it was "O! say"... not Jose :)
Anyway, The Onion reports that new verses of this poem have been recently discovered and, depending on your point of view, they are either disturbing or even more American than hot dogs and apple pie :)
Is it just me, or do also feel a sudden urge to invade Canada now? :)
Stay tuned for this year's blog entry on the Declaration of Independence. Jefferson and Franklin are going to be rocking it...
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Philosophy
Restoration of 'Star Spangled Banner' Uncovers Horrifying New Verses
As we prepare to get patriotic this weekend to celebrate another anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, it may also be worth reflecting on the history of the Star Spangled Banner.When I was younger, I must confess I always assumed the song started by asking whether Jose could see what we so proudly hailed, and I used to wonder who the hell Jose was... it wasn't for a long time that someone would point out that it was "O! say"... not Jose :)
Anyway, The Onion reports that new verses of this poem have been recently discovered and, depending on your point of view, they are either disturbing or even more American than hot dogs and apple pie :)
Is it just me, or do also feel a sudden urge to invade Canada now? :)
Stay tuned for this year's blog entry on the Declaration of Independence. Jefferson and Franklin are going to be rocking it...
.
- Independence And Multiethnicity
Kosovo's declaration of independence today raises a question. On the one hand, the idea of a group receiving the right to self-govern seems to be intrinsically good. Autonomy and self-determination are an important part of a full recognition of humanity....
- Meaning And Memorial
I tend not to do too much on local politics, but this one is worth broader discussion. Frederick, Maryland was the home of the fifth Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States (the first Roman Catholic to hold that position), a man who was...
- The Meaning Of The Declaration Of Independence
Last week in America we got to celebrate the 4th of July. To many people, this is a nice excuse to have a day off, spend it with family or friends, eat some hot dogs, drink some beer and watch some awesome fireworks. Nothing wrong with that. It is important...
- Thomas Jefferson's "faux Pas"
"Hyperspectral Analysis Reveals Foundation of American Philosophy" by Darleen Hartley July 12th, 2010 BRIGHT SIDE OF NEWS LED-based analysis is shining a light beneath the final layer of ink on a revered United States document. It revealed how Thomas...
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