Much of the anger, frustration and aggression comes down to the perception that our well-being is endangered and that we are helpless to do anything about it. These concerns are legitimate: people need jobs in order to feed, clothe, and … [Read more...]
Gates and Crowley: A clash of egos… and a solution?
The police face the unenviable task of keeping us safe in a society in which bad things really do happen. We should not underestimate the stress of police work -- not to mention the personal stresses faced by any given individual -- and how … [Read more...]
“Proud” to Support Obama
Much has been made here in Massachusetts of the similarities of the campaigns of Deval Patrick and Barack Obama. So perhaps it's not surprising that I've had a certain song playing over and over in the jukebox of my mind lately: It still … [Read more...]
Comcast Cans Barry Nolan for Calling Out O’Reilly
Wow.... Barry Nolan's been a familiar face to local TV viewers (and a familiar voice for NPR listeners) for what seems like forever. I've always found him both entertaining and well-informed; a local version of Keith Olbermann. Anyhow, … [Read more...]
“Libertarian Paternalism” — good idea and/or oxymoron?
Libertarian paternalism sounds like an oxymoron - and an almost unpronounceable one at that. But in a world where individuals may be too busy or bewildered to work out where their best interests lie, a nudge from the state can help, say its … [Read more...]
10:30am, Sep. 25, 2007 — 15 minutes to support the Burmese monks
An appeal to pause and meditateThe monks of Burma are taking a great chance, trying to transform the brutal, deluded generals of the ruling military regime with metta (loving-kindness), quiet courage, and discipline.They have asked the … [Read more...]
Thoughts on India, Pakistan… and Iraq
Yes, the parallels only go so far, given that the British had controlled India for several centuries rather than only a few years. Still, Iraq is a de facto protectorate if not outright colony of the US, with companies such as Halliburton … [Read more...]
A call to get clergy out of the civil marriage business
I am saddened by all the resources of time, energy and vitriol going toward a state constitutional ban on same-sex marriage. Legalizing discrimination in our constitution troubles me deeply. Eighty-seven members of my mother's family were … [Read more...]
Bill Richardson’s “progressive” creds?
While Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton are getting most of the press lately, it looks like NM Governor Bill Richardson will also be tossing his hat in the ring as presidential candidate.I'm not a big fan of Hillary's, and while I still hold … [Read more...]
Constitutional question (US) for all of you “legal eagles”
In this situation, would the couple be able to challenge the DOMA in their new state given:1) The Supremacy Clause of Article 6 of the U.S. Constitution...2) The Commerce Clause of Article 1 of the U.S. Constitution, applied in relation … [Read more...]
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