As a reminder: This is part 2 of a series based on my recent illness ramblings. Start with #1 for the context.

Note #2: The Sides of the Divide in our Culture are “Amping” up the Volume

The divide caused by the centrifugal forces ripping our post-culture apart (see part 1) are rushing apart and are shouting at each as they fly apart. This can be seen in all parts of life, but it is easiest to see in the contrast between the politics of Fox News and MSNBC. (more…)

Recently, I have been really sick and have not been able to do too much—well, really I have been able to do almost nothing. So, I have basically spent time sleeping, listening to my mp3 player (Tolstoy is awesome), and watching TV. I really feel like I have been living in a cave.

From this I have seen a lot of trouble coming down the pipe. I am going to give you a few notes in the next few blog posts concerning my experiences in the cave and why you should be worried—very worried—I’m afraid.

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