Monthly Archives: April 2025

Quicknotes From A Chehalis City Jail

Posted on April 11, 2025 by nathanalbright

On the one hand, my trip to the Lewis County Courthouse this afternoon was a bit of a bust. After picking up an associate from doing some farmwork, I tried to finish a work project after doing a quick change … Continue reading →

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On The Debate Over Mechanical Leavening

Posted on April 9, 2025 by nathanalbright

Mechanical leavening is considered a form of leavening because it achieves the same fundamental outcome as other leavening methods: it introduces or expands gases within a dough or batter to create a lighter, more voluminous texture in the final baked … Continue reading →

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Momento Mori

Posted on April 6, 2025 by nathanalbright

[Note: This is the prepared text of a #4 Add Color Speech given to the Spokesman’s Club for the United Church of God congregation in Portland, Oregon on Sabbath, April 5, 2025.] I have not had many pets over the … Continue reading →

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The Gap Between Opinions: Movie Reviewers vs. Movie Viewers and Book Reviewers vs. Book Readers

Posted on April 5, 2025 by nathanalbright

In the world of entertainment, both movies and books are celebrated as rich sources of art, storytelling, and emotion. Both media have passionate followings, with an ecosystem of critics and audiences forming around them. However, one notable difference lies in … Continue reading →

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White Paper: Distinguishing Low-Risk and High-Risk Offenders for Bail Decisions: A Framework for Justice and Transparency

Posted on April 3, 2025 by nathanalbright

Introduction Bail reform has emerged as a crucial topic of discussion in the criminal justice system, aiming to balance public safety, fairness, and the right to a presumption of innocence. Traditionally, bail decisions have been made based on a defendant’s … Continue reading →

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The Origins of Florida Man and Florida’s Distinctive Reputation

Posted on April 2, 2025 by nathanalbright

The “Florida Man” phenomenon has become a defining element of Florida’s modern cultural identity. This unusual reputation for bizarre news stories and eccentric behavior has complex origins rooted in several interconnected factors. Origins of “Florida Man” The term “Florida Man” … Continue reading →

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Narcissism, the Deep State, and Rentier Capitalism: Intersections of Power, Responsibility, and Economic Exploitation

Posted on April 1, 2025 by nathanalbright

Abstract: This paper explores the interconnections between narcissism in personality, the development of the deep state in organizations, and the rise of rentier capitalism. By analyzing these phenomena, the paper seeks to understand how the accumulation of power, without accompanying … Continue reading →

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