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Liberal Americans misunderstand the appeal of Trump at their own peril

July 17, 2016 - by SnarkyNomad

For the record, I do not support Trump. Not even a little bit. I find him to be an insufferable buffoon whose only contribution to society is an unintentionally hysterical Twitter …

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How to fix gun control in America in 5 minutes

July 16, 2015July 16, 2015 - by SnarkyNomad

It’s been a weird few weeks. The Supreme Court ruled in favor of health care subsidies and marriage equality, which is a bit like a drunken hippopotamus sweeping a gymnastics competition with …

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Why Black Friday will be the downfall of American civilization

November 29, 2014March 19, 2015 - by SnarkyNomad

Much has been made of the bigger-is-better consumerism of American culture, with holiday cheer frequently overwhelmed by the associated commercialism of the moment: Christmas is merely a month-long shopping extravaganza, New …

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What global nomads and the tiny house movement have in common

July 22, 2014March 19, 2015 - by SnarkyNomad

There’s been a minor revolution brewing lately. Not a big one, but a tiny one. But as tiny as might seem, it just might turn half the world upside down. …

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The insidious agenda of the Agenda Agenda

June 13, 2014March 19, 2015 - by SnarkyNomad

We interrupt this regularly scheduled blogcast to bring you an important message about society collapsing in on itself for the millionth time because humans learn lessons like a wombat learns …

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The 10 most embarrassing American stereotypes

November 19, 2013November 1, 2015 - by SnarkyNomad

‘Murica. The greatest country in the world, that ever was or will be. Right? Well, that’s what plenty of Americans think. Oddly enough, they’re often the ones who have no …

Fight Club quote we buy things we don't need with money we don't have to impress people we don't like

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Why the American Dream will forever remain a waking nightmare

October 23, 2013March 19, 2015 - by SnarkyNomad

Admittedly that title was a bit of an exaggeration. But allow me to elaborate: It’s not so often that I run into the predicament that is the American Dream. The …

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Why Americans should travel more

March 29, 2013March 19, 2015 - by SnarkyNomad

AKA “Why patriotism perplexes me” Years ago I met an elderly man, extraordinarily proud of being American, and eager to announce it. Pride of nationality often makes me curious, so I …