“Do They Understand The Significance Of Today?” By: Corey Thompson, “The Thirsty Quill” April 15th… The date carries a great deal of significance for those who care enough to pay attention to these types of things. Allow me to explain… Sadly, it was on this morning in 1865 that Presi [...] READ MORE

***(Editor’s Note: In an effort to promote more dialogue among our readers, “The Thirsty Quill” will run a special series entitled “Open Court” each week. Typically these questions/prompts will run in conjunction with a controversial issue or ‘hot topic,’ while others may be entirely r [...] READ MORE

***Editor’s Note: The following is a letter from John C. McGinley, an actor and ambassador for the National Down Syndrome Society. It was  sent to supporters of the Special Olympics  via email. It was published  in response to the recent attention brought on by President Barack Obama’s questi [...] READ MORE

***Editor’s Note: Scott Wizeman is a Guest Columnist for “The Thirsty Quill.” Having been a loyal reader of ‘The Quill’ since our launch in November, Scott has graciously agreed to offer some valuable insight and perspective into the current economic situation that is plaguing our nation. [...] READ MORE

“Revolution Calling” By: Corey Thompson, “The Thirsty Quill” Over the past few weeks, it has become increasingly obvious that more and more Americans are eager to express their opinions about the state of our nation. Whether Republican or Democrat, “Conservative” or “Liberal,” red or [...] READ MORE

***Editor’s Note: The following is a letter from Timothy Shriver and Brady Lum, the respective Chairman and President of the Special Olympics, sent to supporters of the organization via email. It was sent in response to the recent attention brought on by President Barack Obama’s questionable re [...] READ MORE

***(Editor’s Note: In an effort to promote more dialogue among our readers, “The Thirsty Quill” will run a special series entitled “Open Court” each week. Typically these questions/prompts will run in conjunction with a controversial issue or ‘hot topic,’ while others may be entirely [...] READ MORE

(Editor’s Note: From time to time, “The Thirsty Quill” will reissue some of its more popular posts from previously published volumes. The following article originally ran on November 5th, 2008, the day after the election of Barack Obama.)   “Stoking The Fires Of Common Sens [...] READ MORE

“Obama’s ‘Special Olympics’ Comment: Humor, Foul Play, Or A Free Pass For The President?” By: Corey Thompson, “The Thirsty Quill” In case you missed it, Barack Obama became the first sitting President in United States history to appear on a late-night talk show last Thursday night. Hi [...] READ MORE

HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENT: “The 912 Project” By: Corey Thompson, “The Thirsty Quill” For the remainder of the week, I’m going to do something a little different. ‘The Quill’ is not going to publish any more feature articles between now and Monday. Instead, we are going to do our part in pro [...] READ MORE

***(Editor’s Note: In an effort to promote more dialogue among our readers, “The Thirsty Quill” will run a special series entitled “Open Court” each week. Typically these questions/prompts will run in conjunction with a controversial issue or ‘hot topic,’ while others may be entirely r [...] READ MORE

“They’re baaaaaaaaaaaack…, eh Comrades?” By: Corey Thompson, “The Thirsty Quill” Over the weekend, an eyebrow-raising story came across the wires. It seems that Russia is quietly (or, not so quietly) negotiating a deal that would allow the former American adversary to house long-range bo [...] READ MORE

“Run Bulls, Run!” By: Corey Thompson, “The Thirsty Quill” As I sit here staring at a blank Microsoft Word document, not knowing what I intend to write for today’s ‘Quill,’ I can’t help but reflect on the positive news coming from Wall Street the past couple of days. Whether you are R [...] READ MORE

***(Editor’s Note: In an effort to promote more dialogue among our readers, “The Thirsty Quill” will run a special series entitled “Open Court” each week. Typically these questions/prompts will run in conjunction with a controversial issue or ‘hot topic,’ while others may be entirely [...] READ MORE

“Iraq: Has It Been Worth The Cost?” By: Corey Thompson, “The Thirsty Quill” 4,257… That’s the number of American lives lost in Iraq since the beginning of Operation Iraqi Freedom in March of 2003. You can, of course, adjust that number slightly up or down, depending on which “source� [...] READ MORE