Tag Archives: Diversity

Peace and Love, My Fellow Earthlings

Posted on July 9, 2016 by Austin

My Fellow Earthlings, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the state of our planet, and remind you of one simple thing… No matter where you’re from, the color of your skin, your religious beliefs, your sexual orientation, … Continue reading →

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The Oscars’ Alarming Lack Of Star Wars Diversity

Posted on February 28, 2016 by Austin

The Academy Awards are tonight, Modern Philosophers, and I really don’t care. As a screenwriter, NYU Film School graduate, and card carrying Film Nerd, the Oscars are supposed to be my celluloid version of the Super Bowl. By now, I … Continue reading →

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Snowstorm Makes Maine Even Whiter On MLK Day

Posted on January 18, 2016 by Austin

Happy Martin Luther King, Jr. Day! The title of this post was meant to grab your attention, Modern Philosophers, but it also speaks volumes about what is on my mind tonight. Maine’s lack of diversity is a very easy target … Continue reading →

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Snowmen Apologize For Their Seeming Lack Of Diversity

Posted on January 19, 2015 by Austin

Snowmen throughout Maine gathered today to celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, and to let the world know that while they all might be white on the outside, they definitely had an appreciation and understanding of diversity. “We all may … Continue reading →

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I Advise You That We Can All Just Get Along

Posted on August 24, 2014 by Austin

Dear Modern Philosopher, I wanted to congratulate you on the furry new additions to your family.  I’m a cat person myself, and it warms my heart anytime I hear about someone opening his life to pets who need a home.  … Continue reading →

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Maine Team Disqualified From Little League World Series Due To Non-Human Players

Posted on August 9, 2014 by Austin

Originally posted on The Return of the Modern Philosopher:
Sad news in Maine today, Modern Philosophers.  Maine’s Little League Champions, a team made up of All Stars from District 9, have been disqualified from playing in the Little Little World…

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