Isaac Asimov : Anti-intellectualism in our political/cultural lives
“Anti-intellectualism has been a constant thread winding its way through our political and cultural life, nurtured by the false notion that democracy means that ‘my … Read more
Global Citizen
Global Citizen, Humour, Politics
Crayola Multicultural Crayons – Arizona Limited Edition Set
This image of the Crayola Multicultural Crayons Set has been making its rounds on Facebook and I thought I’d repost it for the 3 of you not on FB. Arizona Governor Jan Brewer signed the country’s toughest illegal immigration bill into law on April 23, 2010. Among other things, the law makes it a state-level criminal offense (a misdemeanor) to not carry immigration documents or proof of citizenship at all times. Police will have the power to stop people at will and request these documents (passport, drivers license, green card…).
Barack’s Final Push
Reposted from my Facebook: Thanks for being a fan of my Barack Obama application page and the will.i.am ‘Yes We Can’ video. With only days … Read more
Global Citizen, News, Politics
This Is The Moment – Barack Obama Speaks In Berlin
A World That Stands as One Berlin, Germany – July 24th, 2008
Faith, Global Citizen, Politics
Al Gore – New Global Warming Slideshow at TED
From TED Talks: In Al Gore’s brand-new slideshow (premiering exclusively on TED.com), he presents evidence that the pace of climate change may be even worse … Read more
Wal-Mart: the High Cost of Low Price Documentary
This week, the director of “Uncovered: The War on Iraq” and “Outfoxed” released his latest film, “Wal-Mart: the High Cost of Low Prices.” It’s a … Read more