Welcome to the July 14, 2011 edition of the Objectivist Round Up.
Jared Rhoads presents Twead #13: Why Businessmen Need Philosophy posted at The Lucidicus Project, saying, "Here are some highlights from our twead of the new book, 'Why Businessmen Need Philosophy.'"
Scott Connery presents Michele Bachmann Pledges to Ban Abortion, Gay Marriage, and Pornography posted at Rational Public Radio, saying, "Is the Tea Party just a re-branding of the Republican Party? Is it a unique entity that values freedom and small government in the way that the old Republican party doesn't? Will the Tea Party be able to squelch the socially conservative wing of the Republican party long enough to get our Budget under control? Sadly, the answer is no. Not if Tea Party Caucus Leader Michele Bachmann has her way."
John McVey presents OTI post #6 - Law of Causality posted at John J McVey.
Joseph Kellard presents The Moon Goddess with a Sun-like Presence posted at The American Individualist, saying, "My analysis and photos of Augustus Saint-Gaudens' "Diana," which takes center stage at the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s sun-soaked American Wing."
C.W. presents The Continuing Story in Greece, Europe, and the World posted at Krazy Economy, saying, "The spectacle goes on. I offer some detail and some perspective, but no ultimate predictions, since no experience exists from which to induce. Stuff to keep in mind."
William Green presents Stretch Goals posted at Proudly Selfish.
Benjamin Skipper presents Quotes That Guide My Life posted at Musing Aloud, saying, "It took years to reach this point, but I think I can finally say which sayings drive my life and mold my character to the greatest extent. Do you have any significant phrases that move you?"
Rational Jenn presents Time Travel Tuesday: Because I Said So posted at Rational Jenn, saying, "The phrase "Because I said so!" is not part of my parenting toolbox, as I think it is nothing less than an appeal to authority. Removing this common parenting tool benefits both children AND their parents."
Julia Campbell presents moroccan pork skewers + grilled eggplant and leeks posted at the crankin' kitchen!, saying, "Yummy pork skewers with grilled veggies. Perfect nice summer night meal."
Paul Hsieh presents The Coming Collectivization of American Health Care posted at We Stand FIRM, saying, "My latest OpEd in PajamasMedia discussed why the government is so eager to collectivize American doctors and hospitals."
James Hughes presents The Road to Happiness posted at Temple of the Human Spirit, saying, "An Objectivist inspirational poster featuring the three cardinal values."
Jason Stotts presents Podcast Survey posted at Erosophia, saying, "Do you want an Erosophia podcast? Do you want to prevent my voice from ever reaching the airwaves? Come and take my super short survey to determine whether an Erosophia podcast will become a reality."
Diana Hsieh presents NoodleCast #86: Interview with Ari Armstrong about Harry Potter posted at NoodleFood, saying, "I interview Ari Armstrong about the Harry Potter books and movies."
Ari Armstrong presents Harry Potter Themes: Interviews and Articles posted at Free Colorado, saying, "What are the religious themes of the Potter novels? What are the broader values of the books? Summary of Ari's article in eSkeptic and an interview on Diana Hsieh's podcast."
Kelly Elmore presents Ender's Game Reading Group for ATLOS posted at Reepicheep's Coracle, saying, "This post describes a new reading group I am starting for the Atlanta Objectivist Society. It centers around the novel Ender's Game and is one of our organization's optional value groups (OVGs)."
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