A Heapin' Plate of Conservative Politics and Religion
by Tom Quiner
A Heapin' Plate of Conservative Politics & Religion
by Tom Quiner
Herman Cain’s impressive resume’
By Tom Quiner I received this e-mail today. It is Herman Cain’s resume’. There is a lot more to this man than I ever realized I pass it on without editing for your review. Here’s his bio: Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics. Master’s degree in Computer Science. Mathematician for the Navy, where he worked on missile ballistics (making him a rocket scientist). Computer systems analyst for Coca-Cola. VP of Corporate Data…
“We’ve moved on.”
By Tom Quiner It’s considered one of the top one hundred speeches in American history. I refer to President John F. Kennedy’s inaugural address fifty years ago. Right at the beginning of his speech, Mr. Kennedy says: “We observe today not a victory of party, but a celebration of freedom — symbolizing an end, as well as a beginning — signifying renewal, as well as change. For I have sworn…
Join me at Planned Parenthood at 11AM
By Tom Quiner I’m participating in 40 Days for Life this morning at 11. I’ll be praying in front of Planned Parenthood on Army Post Road. My prayer is simple: “Please, God, touch the heart of the women considering abortion. Allow my prayer to reach them and see the wonderful possibilities, the beauty of life.” Pope John Paul II’s prayer for the unborn follows. Please join me in person if…
How to increase poverty by 430%
By Tom Quiner Rick Santorum scored a major point last night. It took place in last night’s Washington Post/Bloomberg GOP debate. Mr. Santorum didn’t get a lot of opportunity to talk. But when he did, he delivered. He pointed out that the poverty rate is dramatically less for children living in a two-parent household verses a single parent household. In other words, marriage is the key to reducing poverty. Government should…
Is Romney’s Mormonism an issue?
By Tom Quiner I’ve had business dealings with a fair number of Mormons over the years. I have been impressed with their consistent commitment to family. I admire the personal discipline they exercise to mitigate the impact of drugs and vice in their lives. Mormons seem to be clean-living members of society who don’t get in trouble as much as the rest of the population If America consisted mostly of…
The significance of Steve Jobs
By Tom Quiner I write my Quiner’s Diner blog on a MacBook Pro laptop computer. I compose my music on it. I run by business on it. I listen to my music on my iPod. I’ve owned nearly ten Apple computers in some form or another over the years. Steve Jobs made quite an impact on me and my family, just as he did the world. What is the significance…
Occupy Wall Street vs. the Tea Party
By Tom Quiner I’ve heard that the “Occupy Wall Street” ladies and gentlemen call for a $20 minimum wage, free college, open borders, and seizure of assets (via taxation) of America’s productive sector (aka corporations). Vice President Biden compares this movement with the Tea Party Movement. Perhaps he’s right. Both call for a radical change in America. The Tea Partiers want a return to the American of our Founding Fathers.…
Governor Branstad’s Proclamation for LIFE!
By Jenifer Bowen Governor Terry Branstad has offered a Proclamation that, in Iowa, the first Sunday of each October will be “Respect for Life Sunday.” The purpose of this proclamation is to educate all citizens of Iowa young and old that life is precious and should be respected. This education will take place through the following statements: Whereas: Life is to be respected in all stages of development beginning with…
We want God!
By Tom Quiner I’m intrigued. We performed “The Pope of the People, the John Paul II Musical” last night at Living History Farms. This is a show about a Catholic Pope. I’m intrigued by what happens after each performance. Protestants come up to me and tell me how much they loved the show. Regular readers of Quiner’s Diner know that I was raised Protestant and converted to the Catholic Church…
Who says religion and politics don’t mix?
By Tom Quiner [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zYRKG9jK_GI&feature=player_embedded] Readers of this blog know I am passionate about politics, religion, and music. The three come together tonight in a musical I wrote called “The Pope of the People, the John Paul II Musical.” It will be performed at 7PM in the Church of the Land at Living History Farms on this, the 32nd anniversary of JPII’s trip to Iowa. Pope John Paul II has become a…
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