Alfie Dogs

Monotheism is a seductive idea. One God. One truth. One consciousness ruling the heavens and, by proxy, our lives. It promises simplicity, order, and clarity in a chaotic world. But beneath this alluring façade lies a darker reality—one that has shaped human history in ways both profound and catastrophic.   When humanity anchors its existence to the idea of a singular, all-encompassing deity, the resulting belief systems often lead not to harmony but to division, intolerance, and violence. Monotheism, by its very nature, is a rigid structure—one that leaves little room for nuance, diversity, or coexistence.   To be clear, I am not calling to question the validity of faith. Faith, when rooted in humility and introspection, is among humanity’s most noble pursuits. But we must be clear-eyed about the dangers of monotheism as a concept, its role in perpetuating cycles of tyranny and intolerance, and the fact that it cannot coexist peacefully with competing beliefs.   And here...

The University of Miami’s recent victory over the Florida Gators was more significant than many might realize, not just for the scoreboard but for what it revealed about the team’s defensive evolution. First, credit where it’s due: the Gators’ defense came to play. They were physical, relentless, and aggressive, dominating the turnover battle. It would be easy to critique their quarterback play, but let’s be honest—our quarterback wasn’t much better. Despite an off night for UM’s offense, the Hurricanes led by 13 points at halftime without registering a single turnover. What stood out wasn’t just the defense’s performance but its grasp of a fundamental concept: linebacker play tailored to college football’s unique dynamics. All offseason  I’ve argued that last season’s defensive struggles stemmed directly from poor linebacker coaching. It’s hard to make that case without overwhelming an audience with technical details, but this game provided a clear, simple illustration of a philos...