Inspiring Advertising “All That We Share” is a powerful and inspiring video showing what the people of Denmark (and the world) have in common. The producer TV2Danmark offers this description of the video: “We live in a time where we quickly put people in boxes. Maybe we have more in common than what we think? Introducing… Continue reading “All That We Share” – Powerful Inspiring Video Showing What the People of Denmark (and the World) Have in Common
Category: Activism
ResourcesForLife.com News 201701
ResourcesForLife.com – News 201701 | 29 January 2017 | Sunday Dear Friend, I hope you’re doing well. Welcome to the January newsletter. This month I have some great news about site redesign work that should make the website easier to navigate and more attractive. I’ve also spent over 100 hours since the December 2016 newsletter creating 46… Continue reading ResourcesForLife.com News 201701
A 7-Month Analysis of Politics and Social Media
Summary From June 2016 through January 2017, I immersed myself in social media during one of the most contested, controversial, and unconventional elections in recent history. The polarization that normally occurs in elections was amplified due to the nature of the 2016 Presidential election. This meant more people were involved, with greater passion, and more… Continue reading A 7-Month Analysis of Politics and Social Media
Theresa May Speech on 26 Jan 2017 at the Republican Party ‘Congress of Tomorrow’ Conference in Philadelphia (Video and Transcript)
Summary On 26 Jan 2017, Theresa May delivered a speech at the Republican Party ‘Congress of Tomorrow’ Conference in Philadelphia. The video and transcript of that speech are below. VIDEO The video below was posted to YouTube on 26 Jan 2017 by Bloomberg Politics. Press play to begin viewing. If advertising appears during the video,… Continue reading Theresa May Speech on 26 Jan 2017 at the Republican Party ‘Congress of Tomorrow’ Conference in Philadelphia (Video and Transcript)
Education, Economy, and National Security
Introduction For several years I’ve been inspired by the TennesseePromise.gov program, a ‘college for all program’ created by a conservative Republican governor Bill Haslam. Making higher education more accessible is a strategy used by conservatives and those in business to promote a greater skilled workforce for industry and economic prosperity. It’s not only good for… Continue reading Education, Economy, and National Security
My Writing Method for Online Content
Introduction This document offers an overview of my writing method for online content. Topics are listed here in alphabetical order. Recent revisions to this document are described at the bottom of the page and listed by date. Analytics For writings that are posted online, we can learn a lot from the study of visitors or… Continue reading My Writing Method for Online Content
Another Pipeline Leak. This Time in Iowa. The cause of the leak might surprise you.
As with any type of infrastructure, pipelines are susceptible to failure. They represent an exceptionally high risk because leaks and spills cause an enormous amount of harm to the environment. Additionally, they introduce multiple points of vulnerability from a national security standpoint. Due to these risks, people are concerned about expanding on our existing pipeline grid. Those… Continue reading Another Pipeline Leak. This Time in Iowa. The cause of the leak might surprise you.
7 Things You Can Do to Reduce Fossil Fuel Use
Here’s a list of seven things you can do to reduce fossil fuel use: Bicycle Riding. There are numerous benefits to riding a bicycle. Among them is the reduction in demand for fossil-fuel. Buy Local. When we buy local, we avert a domino effect of unnecessary waste. There are a lot of products that we ‘buy… Continue reading 7 Things You Can Do to Reduce Fossil Fuel Use
On Politics and Being Misunderstood
In August of last year, on my website, I posted a long list of serious concerns about Donald Trump as president. That list included the video below. Since then, the list has grown. I’ve also loudly criticized some incorrect reporting on the part of the news media, which in some cases the media has confirmed… Continue reading On Politics and Being Misunderstood
Donald Trump’s Operational Strategy
Summary This document provides a list of strategic inventories from which he seems to draw from and implement. This information is helpful for those who wish to work with Trump, or understand him better. At the bottom of this page you’ll find insights into Donald Trump’s secret playbook. Distraction, Overload, Chaos Practically every day, using… Continue reading Donald Trump’s Operational Strategy
Two roads diverged in a wood… and I took both paths.
How A Poem Changed My Life A poem that has strongly influenced my life is “The Road Not Taken” by Robert Frost. Frost’s words inspired me early on to be a non-conformist, pursue the arts, be an innovator, become a writer, seek kindness, consider things deeply, embrace ‘feminist’ ideals, choose vegetarianism, and whether with politics,… Continue reading Two roads diverged in a wood… and I took both paths.
Transcendent Activism: A Blind Date With ‘The Other’
Years ago, I’d heard about a dinner event in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. It was a fundraiser arranged by some environmentalists who wanted to save a wetland area in Iowa that was at risk of being developed. On arriving, I noticed quite a few large pickup trucks and SUVs in the parking lot. I may be embellishing… Continue reading Transcendent Activism: A Blind Date With ‘The Other’