Who’s to Blame for Battlefield America? Is It Militarized Police or the Militarized Culture?
It’s hard to pinpoint what exactly is responsible for the growing spate of police shootings, brutality and overreach that have…
Bye Bye Mr. Burn Notice Spy
A long, long time ago I can still remember how television shows used to make me smile And, I knew…
Fifteenth Birthdays
“Hi, Uncle Will.” “Hi, birthday boy,” I responded teasingly. “Are you having a good day?” “Yeah, I really am. Thanks.”…
Welcome to the United Police States of America, Where Police Shoot First & Ask Questions Later
No longer is it unusual to hear about incidents in which police shoot unarmed individuals first and ask questions later.…
Ghost in the Sands of White (For Walter White)
The desert sands burned with the sun. Footprints melted into gold. Day spun and then died. Night came, but the…
An Odd Look for Kiss Land
If you are familiar with The Weeknd's music you are aware of the "feel" most of his songs portray; spacious…
A Brief Glimpse Over The Edge
“Did you ever see the end of The NeverEnding Story, where Atreyu awakes on Falkor and finds themselves lost, drifting…
John Carpenter’s Prophetic Visions of the American Police State
John Carpenter’s films, known primarily for their horror themes, inevitably feature pulse-pounding soundtracks, slow-moving camera work and hair-raising jolts to…
Music Lessons and Other Poems
Rebecca Beauchamp is a fan of Rilke, cats in cowboy outfits, and top-40 radio hits. Influences include Dickinson, Baudelaire, and…
Who Will Protect You from the Police? The Rise of Government-Sanctioned Home Invasions
It’s 3 a.m. You’ve been asleep for hours when suddenly you hear a loud “Crash! Bang! Boom!” Based on the…