GryphonsPerch
Random ramblings of a science and discovery nature.
Gryphons Perch
Exploring the world by writing on issues that matter to me. I believe in individual autonomy, collective responsibility, and encouraging critical thinking.
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The Quiet Erosion: Presidential Emergency Powers and the Shadow of Martial Law
Since our country’s inception two and a half centuries ago, presidents have accumulated powers that push the boundaries of our…
The Golden Rule Revisited: The Wisdom of Do No Harm
The Origins of Reciprocity
The Erosion of Democratic Institutions: A Warning Call
The systematic dismantling of key democratic institutions is accelerating at an alarming pace. Recent developments at the Cybersecurity and…
Power, Not Scripture: The Real Story of Christianity and Sex
Christianity’s sexual obsession: Less about scripture, more about power. How religious institutions weaponized sexuality to control society
When Giants Bow Their Heads to Save Themselves
In the theater of American democracy, we find ourselves watching an unsettling performance. Our major corporations — once bastions of…
Massive Open Online Courses and the Promise of Education for All
It is widely accepted that education is a significant factor in determining one’s ability to move between socio-economic classes.
The Perils of “Religious Freedom” Legislation
It is a generally held belief that one of the United State’s founding principles was religious tolerance, the reality is somewhat…
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