The Conscience of a Realist Archive: June 2012


  • Conversation with a conservative Comanche

    Dr. David A. Yeagley is one of the most controversial voices in American politics. How does his ancient heritage tie in with his outspoken views? Do political labels really matter? What does he think about the rise of Ron Paul libertarianism? Let's find out. Published June 30 2012

  • Why the GOP won't win the Latin American vote

    Hint: it has nothing to do with race, ethnicity, or Marco Rubio. Published June 29 2012

  • Ian Fletcher speaks about Ron Paul, the Great Recession, and America's future

    What can be done to end the Great Recession? Is Ron Paul Republicanism the way of the future? Are libertarian economic plans good for America? In this third and final part of our discussion, economist Ian Fletcher explains. Published June 28 2012

  • How far has America's economy sunk?

    How has NAFTA really played out for the United States? What about China's currency manipulation schemes? Economist Ian Fletcher explains in this second part of our discussion. Published June 27 2012

  • What's so free about free trade?

    Is free trade all it's cracked up to be? Can libertarian theories really provide for a sound economy? Part one of an interview with economist Ian Fletcher. Published June 26 2012

  • Americans are losing their religion

    According to a new Gallup survey, we are losing our confidence in organized religion. What does this mean for the future? Published June 25 2012

  • Israel, Obama, Jewish Democrats, and Pamela Geller

    What can America do to help Israel? What would Barack Obama's reelection mean? Pamela Geller explains in this third and final part of our discussion. Published June 24 2012

  • Pamela Geller on Park51 and her cause for human rights

    Pamela Geller attracted national headlines by opposing Park51. What were the underlying motives of her protests? Part two of an interview with one of America's most controversial pundits. Published June 23 2012

  • Pamela Geller is speaking up

    Pamela Geller is one of the most controversial pundits in America today. What does she have to say about the traditional media, news bias, and political correctness? Find out. Published June 22 2012

  • Marco Rubio and the myth of the Hispanic vote

    Why making Marco Rubio the Republican vice-presidential nominee would be a terrible mistake. Published June 20 2012

  • Politics, faith, philosophy, and Peter Singer

    How is American politics being corrupted? Can we use faith to find solid solutions to anything? Ask Peter Singer. Published June 18 2012

  • Peter Singer on matters of life and death

    How important are ethics in our lives? Do they put food on the table or a roof over your head? Part one of an interview with renowned ethicist Peter Singer. Published June 17 2012

  • A reality check on the Syrian uprising

    Who should the United States support: a dynastic dictator or Jihadist rebels? Is this even a choice? Published June 15 2012

  • Rocky Anderson: A man in his own words

    Who is Rocky Anderson? Really? The conclusion of a four part interview with the former Salt Lake City mayor and current presidential candidate. Published June 13 2012

  • Rocky Anderson vs. the establishment

    Since he walked away from the LDS Church as a young man to his confronting private sector takeovers of public organizations in the present, Rocky Anderson has always been a cog in the establishment's machine. Why? Published June 11 2012

  • Rocky Anderson on the issues that matter most

    What does Rocky Anderson have to say about bringing America's economy back from the brink, promoting sound national security policies, and dealing with challenging social issues? Let's find out. Published June 10 2012

  • Rocky Anderson is rocking the vote

    One of America's most famous urban politicians and social activists, Rocky Anderson has hit the ground running for president. Published June 8 2012

  • Why Scott Walker's victory is a loss for the Republican Party

    Scott Walker's reelection is sure to promote radicalism within the GOP, painting a troublesome picture for the Party's future. Published June 6 2012

  • Is this stuff really worth thinking about?

    The Vatican, Ayn Rand, Vietnam. Yes, worth thinking about. Closing words on cognitive science with Dr. Michael Hewitt-Gleeson. Published June 4 2012

  • Faith, ideology, and politics beyond left and right

    Are faith, ideology, or even the traditional left-right political spectrum really practical for problem solving? Part two of an interview with Dr. Michael Hewitt-Gleeson. Published June 3 2012

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Joseph Cotto

Joseph Cotto

Joseph F. Cotto is a social journalist and student of history from central Florida. He writes about everything from political trends to men's fashion, but finds nothing to be more interesting than a good interview. In the past, he ...

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