Daily Archives: September 18, 2008

Cold Update, Clinton on View, Michelle Obama, "Sean"

Posted on September 18, 2008 by jamesbradfordpate

Here’s what’s new: 1. I’m in the stopped-up, feeling-weak stage of my cold. My sinuses are no longer draining. You can probably tell from my last IV Maccabees post that I don’t feel like exerting myself too much tonight. 2. … Continue reading →

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Paper on IV Maccabees: Antiochus’ Decree

Posted on September 18, 2008 by jamesbradfordpate

Antiochus III (not to be confused with the evil Antiochus IV Epiphanes) allowed the Jews to live according to their ancestral constitution, or politeia. Josephus records the following about his decree: “‘King Antiochus to Ptolemy, sends greetings:–Since the Jews, upon … Continue reading →

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Hannity Interview of Palin, Part I

Posted on September 18, 2008 by jamesbradfordpate

I just watched Hannity and Colmes. Here are some reactions. 1. Sarah Palin looked hot! Black is certainly her color. And that hair! It’s kind of like Paula Jones’ style after she (Paula) fixed herself up, and that’s a compliment. … Continue reading →

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Shower Thoughts

Posted on September 18, 2008 by jamesbradfordpate

I just took my third hot shower for the day. Here are some thoughts I had while I was there: 1. When conservatives point out that Obama receives money from special interests, liberals will fire back that McCain does too. … Continue reading →

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Sick, Constitution Day, Lenders, Palin on Hannity

Posted on September 18, 2008 by jamesbradfordpate

Here are some quick items: 1. I’m battling a cold right now. Maybe it’s because I went to McDonalds twice this week. I’m drinking lots of fluids, but that means I have to go to the bathroom every few minutes. … Continue reading →

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