Democracy is dead
Yesterday’s editorial in Sri Lanka’s Sunday Leader used harsh words to mourn the death of democracy in that country– “no longer a criticism or a warning, it is simply reality.” The ongoing tragedy of Sri Lanka, and the use of…
Politics in the Zeros
"A republic, if you can keep it." Vegas, taxes.
Politics in the Zeros
"A republic, if you can keep it." Vegas, taxes.
DJ
Flip flop: Party affiliation as religion
President George W. Bush bailed out mega-banks and insurance companies, sent troops throughout the world to combat “terrorists,” rolled back civil rights, increased the size and intrusiveness of government, pushed for offshore oil drilling, tapped phones without warrants, and did…
Climate Encounter #2: Save energy, save money
Saving energy not only reduces CO2 emissions, it also saves money, sometimes a lot of money. So saving energy seems like a no-brainer. Here are some ideas.
How am I?
Flashing back from a card game, I reflect on some of the things I’ve seen. How am I compared to what?
Reviving nuclear power
President Obama this week announced a revival of the nuclear power industry with the first new planned new nuke plant in more than 30 years. Obama promised loan guarantees of more than $8 billion. Why can’t a nuclear power plant…
A platform many may agree on
Bob, a self-described radical, has in recent weeks proposed the novel idea that Left and Right have a great deal in common. His discussion was recently joined by a tea partier, who had specific suggestions. Which leads me to speculate…