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Terry Paulson, PhD is a psychologist, award-winning professional speaker, author of The Optimism Advantage: 50 Simple Truths to Transform Your Attitudes and Actions into Results, and long-time columnist for the Ventura County Star.
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Terry Paulson (Dec 19, 2011)
Conservatives must be taking the wrong approach in getting the attention of American voters when comedians find that half of the people they interview on the street can't... more
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Terry Paulson (Dec 05, 2011)
Early Wednesday morning, Homer Paulson--my dad, my hero, my encourager, my laughing buddy, my Mr. Fixit, and my model for faith and conservative living--died at the age of... more
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Terry Paulson (Nov 21, 2011)
Liberal politicians and the occupiers who are encamped in our cities are selling a discouraging story that the American Dream is dead and out of the reach for the average... more
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Terry Paulson (Nov 07, 2011)
At a recent National Speakers Association convention, agewave.com futurist Ken Dychtwald shared a startling fact, "Two-thirds of the people who have ever lived past 65... more
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Terry Paulson (Oct 24, 2011)
The mirror into modern-day America created by the "occupiers" who have taken to the streets reveals painful images and insights for those committed to traditional American... more
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Terry Paulson (Oct 10, 2011)
Conservatives seem to be falling for the same myth that progressive voters fell for in 2008--the Myth of the Perfect Candidate! We need a better candidate--Maybe Perry or... more
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Terry Paulson (Oct 03, 2011)
Welcome to a political tale about a night visit to Rep. Maxine Waters from the Devil of America's Future:
Maxine: Why are you here in my house!?
Devil: You promised to... more
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Terry Paulson (Sep 26, 2011)
America--the home of the free and the brave--is changing. Could we still find those self-reliant, confident Americans like those who put their kids and possessions into a... more
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Terry Paulson (Sep 12, 2011)
America's economy could have collapsed after 9/11, but instead, it rebounded. Its people could have sunk into depression, but we rose to the challenge of rebuilding and... more
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Terry Paulson (Aug 29, 2011)
It’s time to put America back to work! Chances are that President Obama will give his “New” plan after his vacation. Most likely, he’ll announce a new stimulus plan with... more
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Terry Paulson (Aug 15, 2011)
S&P downgrading our debt rating to AA+ and Wall Street tumbling ought to let you know that we have a debt problem in Washington, but let’s bring that problem home!
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Terry Paulson (Aug 03, 2011)
If nothing is passed to lower government spending and increase the debt ceiling, America will still be America. The only difference will be that the ridiculous debt ceiling... more
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Terry Paulson (Jul 18, 2011)
Many Americans believe that the recession will soon be over if we just raise some tax revenue, make a few cuts, and stay the course. They’re sure that the pull back... more
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Terry Paulson (Jul 04, 2011)
Looking for some engaging guests for your 4th of July celebration? Imagine a few of our Founding Fathers dropping by!
Host: “What a surprise and an honor to have you... more
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Terry Paulson (Jun 20, 2011)
What makes America great? It’s not our politicians; it’s our people. A government can only be as good as the people it governs. America has always been blessed by people who... more
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Terry Paulson (Jun 06, 2011)
The upcoming election may become less about candidates and more about whether enough voters believe America faces a looming collapse that must be addressed now. Democrats... more
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Terry Paulson (May 23, 2011)
Donald Trump may have left the presidential race, but his early, rapid rise in the polls should provide a lesson for the Republicans still vying to become the 2012 GOP... more
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Terry Paulson (May 09, 2011)
Osama Bin Laden is dead, but we mustn’t lose sight of our major focus in the Middle East—stopping the advance and attacks from radical Islam and supporting our... more
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Terry Paulson (Apr 25, 2011)
As Jews celebrated Passover and their exodus from Egypt, Christians around the world took part in Holy Week, celebrating their Savior’s path to the cross and Christ’s... more
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Terry Paulson (Apr 11, 2011)
In 2006, Senator Obama wisely said, “Increasing America’s debt weakens us domestically and internationally. Leadership means that ‘the buck stops... more
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Terry Paulson (Mar 28, 2011)
When Newsweek recently asked 1,000 U.S. citizens to take America’s official citizenship test, 29 percent couldn’t name the vice president. Forty percent couldn’t identify our... more
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Terry Paulson (Mar 14, 2011)
Dealing with public union benefits and collective bargaining rights is a very charged issue. No one relishes anyone losing promised benefits or jobs, but a balanced approach... more
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Terry Paulson (Feb 28, 2011)
CA Governor Jerry Brown is pushing for serious budget cuts and a tax extension plan, but Republicans are blocking his efforts to bring his tax plan to a June vote. They’ve... more
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Terry Paulson (Feb 14, 2011)
Rep. Paul Ryan’s response to President Obama’s State of the Union provides a clue to the political battle that is coming: “The principles that guide us; they are anchored in... more
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Terry Paulson (Jan 31, 2011)
Once again, political pundits are saying that the California Republican Party is dead and never to rise again unless it begins to embrace more moderate candidates. And just... more
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Terry Paulson (Jan 17, 2011)
As with any national tragedy, the senseless attack in Tucson by an isolated citizen, the outpouring of support for the survivors and for those who lost loved ones, and the... more
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Terry Paulson (Jan 03, 2011)
There are forces in play in 2011 that make for the perfect storm. How we face it in 2011 will determine the future of America.
One thing is certain, the great... more