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Are You Experienced?

Why do you like Sarah Palin? “Because she is a good mother,” was one of the many ridiculous opinions I heard during the coverage of the Republican National Convention. What is wrong with the above statement? Let’s look at the question, shall we? “Why do you like Sarah Palin?” was asked by a CBS reporter to random RNC attendees. The question is simple enough, yet there is something hidden there. I bet they were hoping, …

Uncover the Mysteries of the Great Lakes

Apparently, it takes 400 years for a drop of water to travel from the headwaters of Lake Superior to the tip of Lake Huron. That’s a long time, but not so long if you look at the history of the North American Great Lakes. This film, “Mysteries of the Great Lakes,” produced and directed by David Lickley, explores myths, legends, and the great impact humans have had on the Great Lakes environment.Despite being a film …

Live From Denver and the Twin Cities

Live from Denver

For many people, electing Democratic Presidential Nominee Barack Obama into the White House is not just part of a political race, it is a movement for change. Supporters of Obama range from students to celebrities. Much of the most vocal support comes from musicians, who have the ability to spread their message easily to their listeners. Music has become an important tool for politicians. The musical artists that the Democratic National Committee invited …