The concept of an independent judiciary, rather than legislative supremacy began with the Massachusetts Constitution, and may be an innovation by John Adams. As some may NOT know, in England, there is no constitution. The law is … [Read more...]
Current Initiative Petition to initiate United Federation of Democratic Nations
In this expansion of the body politic, local govs would administer to local issues, national govs -national issues, and a world federation would administer to international issues (such as security, and environment)Arms races and balances … [Read more...]
What is populism?
This wide-ranging discussion tossed around the P word freely, with some interesting comments but no agreement (though nobody seems to like Bob Shrum.)Populism is like democracy was 150 years ago. It's scary, embarrassing, has bad breath, … [Read more...]
CNN and YOUTUBE sponsor presidential debate and want YOUR video questions
Here is the information:Presidential DebateThe South Carolina Democratic Party'sPresidential Primary DebateSponsored by CNN/YouTubeHosted by The CitadelJuly 23, 2007 7:00 to 9:00 pmCNN and YouTube are teaming up to host the first-ever … [Read more...]
Take the Pledge
I happen to think that Hilary Clinton is the best candidate on offer for the Democrats. But I am probably not going to vote for her in the primary. Why? Because I have taken The Pledge.What is The Pledge? Simple. I think dynastic politics … [Read more...]
Putin compares current US policy to the Third Reich; now that is scary
It is not that I find Putin to be my favorite world leader. But there is something to be said for his concerns. I really do see a contempt for human life in secret rendition flights to "black holes" and torture, to ICE raids as … [Read more...]
The End of America: A letter of Warning to a Young Patriot [new book]
My own family left our country of origin because to be a member of our ethnic group, our religion, had become a death sentence. I remember my great-uncle showing me the scars of bullets. Riders galloped through his village … [Read more...]
Should America Dump the Electoral College? Maryland says Yes…
Last week, Maryland passed a law that would give its Electoral votes to the winner of the national popular vote if states representing a majority of the Electoral College do the same. The idea, which is backed by about 300+ state … [Read more...]
Nader not “An Unreasonable Man”
I went to see the new documentary "An Unreasonable Man", about Ralph Nader, and found it quite compelling. The movie is so multifaceted, it is difficult for this amateur to write an adequate review! It addresses Nader's history … [Read more...]
Presidential Candidates Healthcare Forum this Sat. 3/24
Take a Stand on Health Care is being co-sponsored by the Center for American Progress and Service Employees Int'l Union (SEIU).On Saturday 3/24 at 12:15pm, Sen. Hillary Clinton, Sen. Chris Dodd, Sen. John Edwards, Sen. Mike Gravel, Rep. … [Read more...]
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