Random thoughts on politics, current events, popular culture, and whatever else interests me.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
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Sunday, April 19, 2026
While the world still basks in the triumph of the Artemis II mission and looks forward to further triumphs to come, including the eventual next moon landing, a lunar base, and expeditions to Mars, a few people are not as impressed as everyone else.
Saturday, April 18, 2026
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Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Monday, April 13, 2026
Sunday, April 12, 2026
The crew of the Artemis II have returned to Earth, covered in glory, having splashed down in the Pacific Ocean near San Diego. They have returned to a planet riven by war and political division. But their mission seems to have brought humans on Earth together in support and awe of the first voyage to the moon in many decades.
Saturday, April 11, 2026
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Sunday, April 05, 2026
As the mission of Artemis II to circumnavigate the moon proceeds, NASA has laid out the long-term plans to establish a permanent base on the lunar surface. Indeed, the White House has thrown down the gauntlet by posting a message on the X social media network: “America will never give up the moon again.”