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The Ramifications of Wisconsin v. Yoder, Conclusion
This is the conclusion of my paper The Ramifications of Wisconsin v. Yoder. I have bolded the compelling arguments, as before.…
The Ramifications of Wisconsin v. Yoder, Part 4
Here is another segment of my paper. I have put in bold the arguments I find the most compelling. Professor Joel…
The Ramifications of Wisconsin v. Yoder, Part 3
Professor Feinberg pointed out that American courts have long held that the state has a “sovereign power of guardianship” over minors,…
The Ramifications of Wisconsin v. Yoder, Part 2
Below is part two of my paper about the Wisconsin v. Yoder case. I’ve highlighted in bold those arguments I find…
The Ramifications of Wisconsin v. Yoder, Part 1
Of all the questions I get at my book talks, none will get a more passionate response than when someone asks…
In Our Backyard
There is no surer sign of the seasons changing than that of birds migrating. David and I have had the privilege…
Autumn Memories and Pumpkin Pie
My house smells like autumn right now. I made my first pumpkin pie of the season today. I took the recipe…
Can you Spell “Inauthentic”?
I’ve been asked, over the past several weeks, what I think of the reality television series Breaking Amish. I always answer…
My Book’s on Sale!
Thank you to those who let me know that it was difficult to leave comments on my blog. I have corrected…
Is Our Image of the Amish on Trial?
There is a news story written by John Seewer that was just circulated by the Associated Press about the centrality of…
Turning the Amish Table
I’ve been following the media stories about the trial of members of the Bergholz Amish community in Ohio. Among all the…
He Restoreth My Soul
Sunday morning David and I realized we hadn’t made any plans for the weekend because our lives have been so busy.…
Rebecca Questions Answered 2
Stephanie Reed wrote: Has Rebecca had a chance to begin attending a Bible-believing church since she left? I believe that’s a…
Rebecca Questions Answered
Elin wrote: Would Rebecca perhaps like to tell us a bit what it has been like this far to be out…
Heath Fair and Introducing “Rebecca”
So last Sunday was the Heath Fair. I ate no fried dough, I stayed away from cotton candy (what I think…
Plain Roots: Community, Story, and Support for Higher Education
We are getting glimpses of Spring up here in northern Vermont. David and I spent…
Traveling South to Meet up with Spring
By the time you read this blog post, David and I will be on the…
How an Amish Boy Became a Physicist, Part 3
Leon graduating from Florida State University Today we bring you the conclusion of Leon Hostetler’s…
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