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| Doug Larson
Instead of giving a politician the keys to the city, it might be better to change the locks.
| Philosophy |
| How come there aren't any Mexicans on...
How come there aren't any Mexicans on Star Trek? They don't work in the future, either.
| Humor |
| Matthew 6:31-34
Therefore do not be anxious, saying, 'What shall we eat?' or 'What shall we drink?' or 'What shall we wear?' For the Gentiles seek after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them all. But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, ...
| Bible |
| May 8th, 1960
On this day in 1960: Wiffi Smith wins LPGA Betsy Rawls Peach Blossom Golf Open
| Sports Facts |
| John Quincy Adams
Always vote for principle, though you may vote alone, and you may cherish the sweetest reflection that your vote is never lost.
| Philosophy |
| Did you hear about the guy who...
Did you hear about the guy who died of a Viagra overdose? They couldn't close his casket.
| Humor |
| Matthew 6:1-2
"Beware of practicing your righteousness before other people in order to be seen by them, for then you will have no reward from your Father who is in heaven. "Thus, when you give to the needy, sound no trumpet before you, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues ...
| Bible |
| May 7th, 1910
On this day in 1910: 35th Preakness: R Estep aboard Layminster wins in 1:40.6
| Sports Facts |
| Mark Twain
Suppose you were an idiot, and suppose you were a member of Congress; but I repeat myself.
| Philosophy |
| No Lawsuits
Sidewalks were treacherous after a heavy snowstorm blanketed the University of Idaho campus. Watching people slip and slide, I gingerly made my way to class. Suddenly I found myself on a clean, snow-free section of walkway. This is weird, I thought - until ...
| Humor |
| Matthew 5:43-48
"You have heard that it was said, 'You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.' But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, so that you may be sons of your Father who is in heaven. For he makes his sun rise on the evil and ...
| Bible |
| May 6th, 1979
On this day in 1979: Fred Markham set a bicycle speed record of 818 kph over 200 m
| Sports Facts |
| Hunter S. Thompson
Politics is the art of controlling your environment.
| Philosophy |
| What happens when you cross...
Q: What happens when you cross a shark with a cow?
A: I don't know but I wouldn't milk it.
| Humor |
| Ezra 6:9
And whatever is needed - bulls, rams, or sheep for burnt offerings to the God of heaven, wheat, salt, wine, or oil, as the priests at Jerusalem require - let that be given to them day by day without fail,
| Bible |
| May 5th, 1938
On this day in 1938: Phillies Harold Kelleher faces 16 batters in 6th, as Cubs score 12 runs, both marks are NL records off one hurler in a single inning
| Sports Facts |
| Niccolo Machiavelli
Politics have no relation to morals.
| Philosophy |
| "Daddy, where did I come from?" seven-year-old...
"Daddy, where did I come from?" seven-year-old Rachel asks.It is a moment for which her parents have carefully prepared. They take her into the living room, get out several other books, and explain all they think she should know about sexual attraction, affection, ...
| Humor |
| Mark 9:1-50
And he said to them, "Truly, I say to you, there are some standing here who will not taste death until they see the kingdom of God after it has come with power." And after six days Jesus took with him Peter and James and John, and led them up a high mountain ...
| Bible |
| May 4th, 1963
On this day in 1963: Pitcher Bob Shaw sets record of 5 balks in a game
| Sports Facts |
| P. J. O'Rourke
The good news is that, according to the Obama administration, the rich will pay for everything. The bad news is that, according to the Obama administration, you're rich.
| Philosophy |
| Why can't you hear rabbits making...
Why can't you hear rabbits making love? Because they have cotton balls.
| Humor |
| James 3:11
Does a spring pour forth from the same opening both fresh and salt water?
| Bible |
| May 3rd, 1902
On this day in 1902: 28th Kentucky Derby: Jimmy Winkfield on Alan-a-Dale wins in 2:08.75
| Sports Facts |
| Harry S Truman
A leader in the Democratic Party is a boss, in the Republican Party he is a leader.
| Philosophy |