Opinion

—Stealing America— Opinion 12 Abstract Here, I argue that radical conservative factions in the USA have been methodically overriding social and constitutional norms to take control of the country. Rather than a simple conservative versus liberal argument, I seek to make the point that the path one follows is determined by whether the person is … Read more

Opinion 11 This study  has been discontinued. See ATransC Web Page Abstract The first part of this essay includes an in-depth discussion of the nature of visual ITC. Emphasis is on transform phenomena that are collected as apparently paranormal features formed in visual noise. The more common characteristics are described, including some photographic examples. This … Read more

Opinion 10 Composite: Part of engraving by Camille Flammarion. 1888. Button by Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay Abstract To be lucid is to sense reality as it actually is and not as we have been taught. Lucidity is the clarity of sensing that we develop as we gain discerning intellect. Thus, a seeker after … Read more

Opinion 9 Abstract This Opinion includes introduction of the Temperament Mediated Perception (TMP) model. Although the first appearance with this title, the model has been evolving from the early version discussed in the Implicit Cosmology. As it stands now, I believe it is largely complete. Future writing will be concerned with explaining its implications. It … Read more

Opinion 8 Abstract In the context of this essay, our discerning intellect is an enlightened motivator that moderates our baser, human instincts. If the ideal citizen is one who seeks progression in cooperation with others, rather than at the expense of others, their discerning intellect must dominate decision-making. This Opinion is an exploration of the … Read more