The Book of Daniel

NBC is promoting "The Book of Daniel" as a serious drama about Christian people and the Christian faith. The main character is Daniel Webster, a drug-addicted Episopal priest whose wife depends heavily on her mid-day martinis. The Webster family is rounded out by a 23- year old homosexual Republican, a 16-year old daughter who is a drug dealer, and a 16-year-old adopted son who is having sex with the bishop's daughter. At the office, his lesbian secretary is sleeping with his sister in law.

NBC considers The Book of Daniel a positive portrayal of Christ and Christians.

What do you think?

a. Is NBC correct that this TV show is an accurate portrayal of Christ and Christians?

b. Why do you think a major TV network would make a show like this?

c. Why do you think the show lets you know that the son is a Republican?

d. Is this show meant to have a moral, spiritual or intellectual worth?

President with Character

Character - Moral or ethical strength.
Moral - Conforming to standards of what is right or just in behavior; virtuous
ethical- (adj) Being in accordance with the accepted principles of right and wrong that govern the conduct of a profession

Aaron Burr lost the presidency to Thomas Jefferson cause Alexander Hamilton spoke about Aaron Burrs character to the House of Representatives. Aaron Burr retaliated against A. Hamilton and challenged him to a duel. Burr killed Hamilton cause Hamilton felt it was immoral to kill another human being and he did not fire his weapon.

Select a Question to ponder and explain:
a. Do you think Burr and some president "want'a be's" want to be president just to feed their ego? What character does a person like this seem to have?
b. Would you want your president to exhibit all the above qualities? Give an example of one of these qualities.
c. How does a person acquire good character, good morals, and be ethical?

Should we negotiate?

Recently some terrorist have taken a lady journalist as a hostage. They are demanding the U.S. release all women in Iraqs jail. There is only 9 women being held by the U.S. If the U.S. does not release the women then they promise to kill the hostage.

Should the U.S. negotiate and give int with the terrorist to save the lady's life? expalin your answer.

What would you ask President Bush?

If you had the opportunity to ask President Bush one question what would it be? and explain why it would be your question.

Is Abortion a Constitutional Right?

Democrate Dick Schumer asked Judge Alito "is abortion a Constitutional Right since Free Speech is?"

Click on link below and then go beneath picture to download the sound.

Schumer: Abortion Is a Constitutional Right Because Free Speech Is (VIDEO)

What do you think? Is Abortion a Constitutional Right just because Free Speech Is?

"Worlds Greatest Terrorst" --- Freedom of Speech?

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  Harry Belafonte speaks as Venezuela's President Hugo Chavez looks on
  
  "No matter what the greatest tyrant in the world, the greatest terrorist in the world, George W. Bush says, we're here to tell you: Not hundreds, not thousands, but millions of the American people … support your revolution," Belafonte told Chavez during the broadcast.
  
  Questions to ponder: (justify your answer)
  a. Is this an opinion or a fact when he says that the president is the "Worlds Greatest Terrorist? b. Should Americans be allowed to voice opinions about America without consequences?
  c. Is he an example of a person that is patriotic to his country?

Here comes the judge

According to the Constitution, the President of the United States nominates a person to be a judge. In this case its a supreme court judge. The Senate will confirm or not confirm this person. This is an example of separation of powers. There is only 9 Supreme Court Judges and they keep the job for life.

Why is it such a big deal on who these judge's are?

Favorite TV show is

What one TV show do you feel is a must to see each week and why?

Did the right team win?

Questions to ponder.

a. Did the right team win the National Crown this year?
b. Should Vince Young have won the Heisman trophy?
c. Should Vince Young skip his senior year and go pro?

Employer wants to see your grades!

In Longview over 50 businesses are requiring a high school transcript to view when deciding wheather to hire a new employee. This includes part time highschool students. Why do you think employers are wanting to check transcripts?

Fourth Amendment Violation?

The Fourth Amendment to the Constitution states: "The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated and no warrants shall issue but upon probable cause, supported by oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched and the person or things to be seized."

President Bush, soon after the 9-11 bombing has been allowing government officials to wiretap/ listen to cell phone calls from suspected Al Qaidea members to people in the United States. Select a choice below and justify your answer.

a. Is Bush violating the constitution for these wire taps without having subpoenas?
b. Or Bush should have expanded libeties to do what ever is necessary to protect Americans?