The Moon Is a Harsh Mistress Revisited in 2013 Reflections
A 2013 reflection on Heinlein's 1966 libertarian classic The Moon Is a Harsh Mistress. The piece discusses Luna’s prison colony governance, self reliance, and market-based services, linking it to modern debates on state power, taxation, and entitlement programs. It notes 1997 edition branding and a 1960s era political time warp.
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Barnes & Noble
Robert Heinlein
Gary Johnson
Mistress
Luna
Australia
IRS
National Security Agency
New Mexico
Fame and scrutiny mark Jim Carrey’s gun position controversy
The piece argues fame invites intense attention and public judgment. It notes Jim Carrey’s internet mockery of Charlton Heston after the Newtown shootings and his partial retraction. It questions whether his apology is sincere or a career move and cites his refusal to discuss gun policy on top-rated cable news.
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Newtown
Conn
Jim Carrey
Charlton Heston
Carrey
Hollywood
Editorial: Morsi fall reshapes Egypt and regional balance
The piece argues Morsi's ouster heightens military influence, possibly aiding Israel and stabilizing Sinai. It urges conditional U.S. aid to promote democracy, protect minorities, and channel street energy into parties. It also notes opportunities from upheaval amid regional uncertainty and economy concerns.
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Mohammed Morsi
Israel
Morsi
Hamas
Camp David
Egypt
Sinai Peninsula
Muslim Brotherhood
Tunisia
Syria
Jordan
U.S
Cairo
Middle East
U.s.’S
Doonesbury on torn meniscus in a knee
The reader asks about a torn meniscus in a supposedly healthy left knee with mild to moderate osteoarthritis in both knees. The doctor explains meniscus function, common tear causes, age-related tear risk, and typical symptoms including pain when kneeling, squatting, or standing.
Roswell native wins Paige Ashman Memorial Prize at Tech
Teri Willis formerly of Roswell receives the Paige Ashman Memorial Prize in environmental engineering at 1988 New Mexico Tech commencement. She also earns her bachelor’s in environmental engineering. Later that day Teri Groves, 22, marries Marc Willis, Tech graduate, now living in Chevy Chase Maryland. Willis is daughter of Margaret Groves of Roswell and a 1984 Goddard High School graduate.
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Teri Willis
Roswell
Paige Ashman
New Mexico Tech
Teri Groves
Marc Willis
Tech
Chevy Chase
Willis
Margaret Groves
Goddard High School
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Heinlein
Harold Morgan
America
Old Jim
Bill O’reilly
Editorial
Wimbledon
Andy Murray
Doonesbury
Afghanistan
Dr. K
United Media Syndicate
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