Quote of the Day: Reading the Koran

“No need for studies and diplomas, for masters and guides. Here, as we take our first steps, God beckons us with the simplicity of his closeness. The Koran belongs to everyone, free of distinction and of hierarchy. God responds to whoever comes to his Word.”

TARIQ RAMADAN

Chicago Settles Suit With Police Torture Victims

It cost the city of Chicago $20 Million for torturing 4 African Americans back in the 80’s. An investigation was conducted last year and found that a vast number of African American male suspects were tortured into confessing by former police chief John Burge.All four men spent time on Death Row before then-Gov. George [...]

Sex, Drugs and Second Thoughts

Officials in Amsterdam are re-thinking their permissive social culture in which many drugs and even prostitution are legal. Big J and Rich took a trip to Amsterdam in ‘02. (From the LA Times).

“Prostitution, abortion, euthanasia, same-sex marriage and magic mushrooms have long been legal here, and soft drugs such as marijuana are technically [...]

No More Periods

Jasai examines a new set of drugs by Big Pharma that end a woman’s period indefinitely.

“In most any discussion related to the conception, bearing and raising of children, there lies unspoken, the very present and pressing issue of preventing pregnancy. The 1960’s presented women with “the pill” as a safe and effective way to [...]