The Roots of Liberty

Presence is comprised of writers and thinkers and doers who are as diverse politically as we are personally. Look for insights on politics and business, society and culture, sports and the arts.

Decades ago, I escaped the Islamic world and came to the West. Many don't know how good the West is, or how fragile. I fight for the restoration of what made the West great.

After giving the issue some thought, of course. Guest writers welcome!

Making sense of the insensible by telling malicious truths, challenging my own assumptions, and reflecting on the passing scene.

Whatever is on my mind - politics, religion, relevant ramblings...

A Stephen Heins Recommendation

Pointless drivel from a classical liberal perspective

Breaking down scientific studies to reveal what they did and didn't show

Getting to the true heart of the issues of our day, with a refreshing, analytical look at what's really going on.

Examining the World Through a Scientific Lens

Promoting a common culture based on fairness, understanding, and humanity.

A new media company built on the ideals that were once the bedrock of American journalism.

An occasional newsletter devoted to contemporary blasphemies

Independent, unencumbered analysis and investigative reporting, captive to no dogma or faction.

News and features by best-selling author and reporter Matt Taibbi, in an independent package molded after I.F. Stone's Weekly. The site contains investigative journalism, satirical commentary, and the America This Week podcast with novelist Walter Kirn.