Random Notes from a Crank

I abhor how religion mixes in with politics. One of the most annoying things I find is when some politician prattles on about God this or Jesus that or how America is a "divine" nation. I especially hate when our so-called leaders cite Scripture as some "reason" for whatever @#$%ed up policy they want to implement. Regardless of all that and my distaste for organized religion and my agnosticism, Bonnie Kristian's "The Idolatry of the Donald" on The American Conservative is worth a read. 

John Oliver had a great segment on scientific studies and how they're reported on TV morning programs and elsewhere. It's a solid take on what is real science and what are good sources. We need many more replication studies. Check it out. 

Random Notes from a Crank

The other day I roasted a head of garlic because as cooking ingredients go, it's nice to have some roasted garlic around the kitchen. Having to blow your nose is much more pleasant when your fingers smell like roasted garlic.

As I've related before on this blog, Denmark is kicking ass with generating electricity via wind turbines. 42% is impressive. 

If you've ever wondered, "Why Aren't There More Black Republicans?," mash the hyperlink. 

"Bigwigs Have Big Ideas for Cutting Food Waste" informs readers about an initiative by some heavy hitters to reduce wood waste and in turn greenhouse gas emissions. 

"It's like [choosing between] being shot or poisoned." That's how Graham sums up choosing between Trump or Cruz for the GOP nominee in "National Review Aims to Take Down Trump." 

Random Notes from a Crank

Since the US normalized relations with Cuba this week, I'm contemplating going back to smoking cigars, so I can get my hands on some Cuban stogies. Regardless, The American Conservative has a detailed article about the President's smart decision: "Obama's Cuba Opportunity." 

If you like visuals, check out "100 Diagrams That Changed the World" via Brain Pickings.

How can anyone deny the wondrousness that was/is Ginger Spice/Geri Halliwell? You know you can't. 

Bowl games start tomorrow. Thank the Gods.