by Paul Stokstad | Nov 18, 2024 | Thought Experiments
Thought Experiment #8 q. – How many republicans does it take to screw in a lightbulb? None, becausea1: they’re not interested in the lighta2: they’re used to being in the darka3: it’s not their faulta4: it’s the immigrantsa5: Trump will fix it q – How many...
by Paul Stokstad | Nov 18, 2024 | Thought Experiments
Thought Experiment #7 A republican has all the answers and is always right.A democrat has all the questions and is searching for answers. A republican believes that immigrants are the problem. A democrat reminds that we are all immigrants. A republican wants stronger...
by Paul Stokstad | Nov 18, 2024 | Thought Experiments
Thought Experiment #6 Welcome to The UNITED The New Collosus Not like the brazen giant of Greek fame,With conquering limbs astride from land to land;Here at our sea-washed, sunset gates shall standA mighty woman with a torch, whose flameIs the imprisoned lightning,...
by Paul Stokstad | Nov 17, 2024 | Thought Experiments
Thought Experiment #5 Welcome to The UNITED This is your guide to governmental, legal and social structures. We hope that you enjoy your stay. Whether it is a temporary visit or a planned immigration, these points of knowledge will orient you to the legal and cultural...
by Paul Stokstad | Nov 14, 2024 | Thought Experiments
Thought Experiment #4 What if there was no marriage, legally speaking? What if there were only civil unions? What if the government got out of the marriage business? What would it mean if we only let religious institutions decide (and sanctify) marriages? Some would...