Category Archives: History of Liberty

What changed? Graphic on government overreach

Posted on February 3, 2024 by TPOL Nathan

Asking permission? Since when? Continue reading →

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American colonialism then and now

Posted on January 19, 2024 by TPOL Nathan

Now and then we look back at history and consider some questions about liberty, aggression, and conflict in general. Commonly we are taught that the AmerInd (“Native Americans” or “Indigenous People”) were people who were above all at one with … Continue reading →

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The sin of colonialism and language (1)

Posted on January 11, 2024 by TPOL Nathan

Today’s swear words and politically-incorrect words are nothing new, and the PC crowd who are so offended by them offends as much or more in their language. Continue reading →

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Just in case – a detailed response to hoploclasts…

Posted on December 18, 2023 by TPOL Nathan

Police responsibilities are limited, and no one is guaranteed protection against crime by government law enforcement, as stated in many court cases. Continue reading →

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Looking back 82 years: Conspiracies and complacency at home and abroad

Posted on December 7, 2023 by TPOL Nathan

Who’s telling the truth? Many readers may be familiar with the Tuttle Twins and Connor, the publisher, editor, and author. Please note this is not a recommendation or an advert for Tuttle Twins books etc. But in a recent email, … Continue reading →

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Dallas six decades ago

Posted on November 22, 2023 by TPOL Nathan

Let us look back 60 years ago to the murder of John F. Kennedy. Continue reading →

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Whipping out the race card in America the Beautiful

Posted on October 17, 2023 by TPOL Nathan

‘There is a constant drumbeat from the so-called left that seeks to whip up racial hatred in the States. Not just racial hatred, but disdain and fear of fundamental human rights – not just human rights for the so-called white … Continue reading →

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The extinction of liberty and freedom?

Posted on October 2, 2023 by TPOL Nathan

Consider the following quote: (We are not partisans of Ronald Reagan or his memory. But he did say some wise things, as have most American presidents – yes, even BSL (Uncle Joe) and Jimmy Carter. They are worth pondering. This … Continue reading →

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“States of emergency” in “free” nations

Posted on September 12, 2023 by TPOL Nathan

Yes, another commentary on the New Mexico crisis. The Western Journal reported and in part and commented: ”  When pressed on why the civil order was required, instead of something like, say, better law enforcement, Grisham stressed all of the “value” … Continue reading →

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The life and pending death of San Francisco

Posted on August 9, 2023 by TPOL Nathan

We here at TPOL were able to generate some discussion a few weeks ago about the current state and decline of San Francisco. Including a discussion on whose and what data do we believe when it comes to understanding conditions … Continue reading →

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