So we’re finally almost there. Decision Time 2016. The lines have been clearly drawn. On the right we have Trump – the unhinged, egomaniacal, sexist, racist, pumped-up contractor-cum-reality-TV-host. Also on the other right… we have Hillary Clinton – heir apparent to the Establishment’s 30+ year reign, protector of the American Empire and faithful servant to the its corporate, […]
I grew up in the sixties. In the beginning of that decade, the “future” was a fantastically hopeful concept. It contained the promise of amazing technological advances; a push-button world of flying cars and robot servants, where automation would save us from the drudgery of work, where science would overcome the scourge of disease and […]
Most of us raised in this country have been subjected to a significant amount of behavioral conditioning… especially when it comes to what is out Patriotic Duty as Americans. It begins in kindergarten, when we are taught to Pledge Allegiance to the flag – well before we have any idea what the flag represents, or […]
Once upon a time, few would have argued that the United States didn’t deserve to be considered among the greatest nations in human history: Our founding fight against the tyrannical rule of England’s King George; our essential declaration of equality, and the right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness for all; our remarkable constitution […]
Quick Survey: What do you think are the most serious problems facing out country today? Well, if you’re a Republican politician, your answer will be Terrorism, Immigration, and Taxes (too high). Of course, if you’re a Democrat politician your answer will be Inequality, Unemployment, Education and Taxes (too low, for the rich). But amidst all […]
Greece will forever be known as the place where democracy was born… and now, sadly, where it has died. After a national referendum in which 62% of the population voted against adopting the austerity measures being forced upon them by the European Commission (EC), the International Monetary Fund (IMF), and the European Central Bank (ECB), the […]
