Category Archives: Politics

A Story From the Lighter Side of Politics

Posted on November 10, 2016 by russellmckinney

In the midst of all the drama, vitriol, and outright rage that now characterizes American politics, allow me to lighten things up a bit with a story from my one and only foray into the political realm. It involves my … Continue reading →

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An Interesting Thought About Politics

Posted on October 21, 2016 by russellmckinney

Let me begin by saying that I am a card-carrying member of the United States of America. I was born and raised here. I have a birth certificate. I have a driver’s license. I pay taxes. My children went to … Continue reading →

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Christians & Voting

Posted on November 5, 2012 by russellmckinney

Well, here we are on the eve of election day 2012, and from most reports the presidential race will be a close one. Not surprisingly then, there are a whole bunch of voices out there who are having their say … Continue reading →

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A Word About the Media & Polling

Posted on June 25, 2012 by russellmckinney

An international automobile race was once held in the Soviet Union. With that country being under strict Communist control, the international media was forced to rely upon Pravda to report the race results. Pravda was the mouthpiece newspaper for the … Continue reading →

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The Danger of Silence

Posted on June 27, 2011 by russellmckinney

“Son of man, I have made you a watchman for the house of Israel; therefore hear a word from My mouth, and give them warning from Me: When I say to the wicked, ‘You shall surely die,’ and you give … Continue reading →

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That’s What Christians Do Now

Posted on January 27, 2011 by russellmckinney

Here’s a piece that was written some time ago by the late Donald E. Wildmon, who at the time was the President of the American Family Association. The piece has been passed around for several years now, and so maybe … Continue reading →

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Is God Judging America?

Posted on January 18, 2011 by russellmckinney

The question is often asked, “Is God judging America?” My answer is an emphatic, “YES.” You say, “I haven’t seen any fire and brimstone raining from the sky.” Well, neither have I, but fire and brimstone are not how God … Continue reading →

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Ted Kennedy & Leadership

Posted on November 6, 2009 by russellmckinney

When Ted Kennedy died a couple of months ago the media launched a full-scale examination of his personal life and legacy as a politician. The consensus opinion was that Kennedy was a flawed man but an outstanding political leader. My … Continue reading →

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Two Things I Know About Barack Obama

Posted on March 16, 2009 by russellmckinney

As is the case with any president, Barack Obama produces wildly differing opinions among the masses. I don’t want to get into all that. I just want to share with you two things that I know about the man. First, … Continue reading →

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