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The Man by the River: Rereading Siddhartha, and the Pilgrimage Behind The American of Venice
Siddhartha I’ve just finished rereading Siddhartha by Hermann Hesse—again. I return to it every few years, like one might return to a...
Raymond Niblock
Jun 222 min read
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I have a lot to say.
But today isn't the time or place. I have a lot of thoughts. But they need to bake. I have a lot of questions. But I need to be ready for...
Raymond Niblock
Nov 7, 20241 min read
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Sunday Mornings
This is what I love about Sunday mornings.
Raymond Niblock
Sep 22, 20241 min read
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Curiosity and Conversation: Understanding Conservative Anger
I am interested in a topic and would appreciate engaging in a genuine discussion with individuals who align with conservative views...
Raymond Niblock
Aug 3, 20245 min read
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Violence Begets Violence
“Returning violence for violence multiplies violence, adding deeper darkness to a night already devoid of stars. Darkness cannot drive...
Raymond Niblock
Jul 14, 20243 min read
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Circular Firing Squad. Is this our Last Independence Day?
I am not celebrating the day, my friends, because I believe the idea of our nation is lost. But, if I were, I would mark today as the...
Raymond Niblock
Jul 4, 20249 min read
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A moment on the porch.
Where is my mind today? Right now, it is in the breezy June heat on the porch. Our dogs are out here keeping me company. There is a...
Raymond Niblock
Jun 16, 20243 min read
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Speaking out against right wing extremism comes at a cost.
There is a price to be paid when one shares thoughts contrary to the right wing agenda these days. But some things are too important to...
Raymond Niblock
Jun 15, 20248 min read
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Principles matter. Why I won’t apologize for opposing Orange Man.
Trump fans, don’t bother reading. And that’s okay! But if you make it past this introduction, it is probably not a surprise to anyone...
Raymond Niblock
Jun 2, 202411 min read
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Memorial Day: A Personal Reflection
Today I’m sitting with my dogs on the back porch. It is a quiet day. As I sit here, I find myself reflecting on the significance of this...
Raymond Niblock
May 27, 20243 min read
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Memories of Roads Solitary: A Reflection
Yesterday, upon the vast and silent roads of New Mexico, I indulged an old habit from the times when I called this land my home. I...
Raymond Niblock
May 18, 20244 min read
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A Call to Rise: Gen Z's Critical Role in Shaping a Just Future (and what "The Last Independence Day" has to do with it)
For those of you who read The Last Independence Day: Secession , it is hard to get past the first chapter without appreciating the theme...
Raymond Niblock
May 12, 20246 min read
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The Deep Divide and the Echo of Secession
On April 14th, I was deeply moved by the movie Civil War . This significant film compelled me to share my thoughts on Facebook, sparking...
Raymond Niblock
Apr 17, 20243 min read
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From Hapless to Hopeful: Unraveling Extremism and Rediscovering Reason in Our Democratic Tapestry
The overwhelmingly positive response to The Last Independence Day has been nothing short of inspiring, underscoring the urgent need for...
Raymond Niblock
Mar 24, 20245 min read
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The road to hell is paved with...
No matter how well-intended a person can be, none of us is perfect. I try, and I wouldn't be the first person who allowed the pursuit of...
Raymond Niblock
Mar 14, 20242 min read
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Tough Talk and Little PeePees at the Southern Border while "Civil War" Trends on Social Media
This isn't just a post about the chaos at the Southern Border. It's a wake-up call about federalism under fire. The United States is a...
Raymond Niblock
Jan 30, 20242 min read
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It Could Happen Here
As we edge closer to what could be the defining presidential election of our era, the stakes have never been higher. Joe Biden, a figure...
Raymond Niblock
Jan 1, 20241 min read
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Was Camus Right About Anything?
Bathe in gratitude. Why didn’t I before? Because I was afraid. Find center. Cherish the past and release it as birds flutter skyward....
Raymond Niblock
Dec 9, 20231 min read
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