On Sunday it was the activity before kickoff that took center stage. In reaction to Trump’s comments about firing protesting[…]
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Ferguson and The Phenomenon of Myth
Myths are vital to the human species. We use them to encapsulate wisdom, to learn lessons, to be inspired, and[…]
Read moreThe NFL is the New Sheriff in Town
There are two common responses to the Adrian Peterson suspension. One goes like this: “What?! Others players have done far[…]
Read moreAttachment to the Vikings is Harming Our State
Over the past couple of years, I’ve read the headlines and stories of misplays, misappropriations, and malfeasance concerning the Vikings[…]
Read moreLiberals and Conservatives: Ideology over Science
Just looking at the names: Conservative and Liberal (or Progressive), it’s logical to assume that the first group is going[…]
Read moreThe NFL Refs Debacle: A Case Study in Hype
Continuing the theme this week of looking at the evidence, let’s weigh in on the recently-resolved NFL referee uproar. Since[…]
Read moreVikings Stadium Kerfuffle
On April 10th, I attended a community forum where Minneapolis mayor RT Rybak made his pitch to citizens about the[…]
Read moreStadium or Not
A life without the Vikings seems odd to many people, and threat of them leaving is a big reason why[…]
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