The Romans Hated Taxes Too
Pundits like to kick around the discussion comparingAmerica to the Roman Republ
ic. That’s a hard sell for me, but the life and times of Emperor Diocletian bear some eerie resemblances the 2009 White House.
Unpopular border wars, economic recession, and inflation all plagued Rome into the 2nd century. The Roman Peace had ended and the mighty empire seemed doomed.
Onto the scene rushed Diocletian, a strong willed autocratic promoting drastic change. He was the first emperor in decades to assume the title of “lord” and publicly be called “god.” The guy had some kind of messiah complex, but the people obliged since he was in charge. Continue reading
Life. Culture. Education.
Life as Pop Culture Professor Clay Morgan
In The Matrix, Morpheus tells Neo he can take the blue pill and go on believing whatever he wants to believe. Or he can take the red pill to stay in Wonderland and find out how deep the rabbit hole goes.
This is a red pill type site that provides information in an entertaining way. It’s about clear thinking and good writing. It’s about finding meaning amidst the absurd. It’s about humor and truth.
I’m a writer / speaker who teaches history and political courses at a couple of local colleges. Where is local, you say? Well, that would be Wonderland of course.
On topics ranging from pop culture to the meaning of life, my brain’s always poppin’. Take the red pill and unplug.
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