Tag: American society

• America in Decline? I Don’t See It.

  I’ve been blessed with two months of blissful rest this summer. It’s been wonderful to reconnect with many family members I don’t have the opportunity to visit often. I’ve had the chance to eat some (too much, actually) some culinary delights which I didn’t get often in Asia. And I’ve had ample chances already, with…

  sassevn

  July 11, 2017

  Life, Uncategorized

  american culture, american decline, american dream, American politics, American society, new york, Western Pennsylvania

• The Most Loathsome Column of the Day

  An editor at the Washingtonian stated that the phrase “start a family” was “the most loathsome phrase of the day” because it degrades those couples who many not be able to have children. So I’ve nominated that fine piece of journalism as the most loathsome column of the day. But in keeping with the spirit…

  sassevn

  May 30, 2016

  Current Events

  American society, political correctness, safe spaces, satire, society critique

• No Guns Theatre. Shoot! I had a script.

  I’ve entered a number of play-writing contests and festivals this year as I begin to expand my writing in new ways. I ran across one such un-named short play theatre festival which I had planned to enter until I saw one of the stipulations: plays with guns as props will not be accepted. I had…

  sassevn

  April 17, 2016

  drama, social critique

  American society, gun bans in play submissions, guns in america, theatre festival

• America the Paradox

  I truly believe that America is a great place. I’ve lived overseas for much of the last twenty years, but when I go back home to visit, I’m always reminded of just how amazing America is. From its development to its beauty to its generous and kind people. Americans of every color, age, and belief…

  sassevn

  August 14, 2014

  Current Events, History & Culture

  america, American bureaucracy, American exceptionalism, American ideals, American society, paradox of america, United States