RT @richardbranson It is time to end the war on drugs worldwide. Portugal’s 10 year experiment shows enough is enough http://t.co/Vs68mHRu
Month: December 2011
Republicans Drop the Ball on Payroll Tax
Defending Ron Paul, Since I must
As the valiant and few readers of this once-great blog are undoubtedly aware, I’ve not been writing much – or even thinking much – about politics lately. You may also be aware that, while I have a certain sympatico with Ron Paul’s small-government, balanced-budget mindset, I also regard him as a bit of a kook….
Pakastani Actress Veena Malik Magazine Cover Causes Death Threats
Should this magazine cover cause Muslim religious leaders to call for the execution of actress Veena Malik? While this shot stretches the usually PG-rated theme that reigns here at Black Shards to the breaking point, the answer has got to be a resounding “No!” First, it’s Malik’s body – she can do what she wants…