Water is a scarce resource, and we can’t live without it. Groundwater is simultaneously being depleted and contaminated. As a result, wars are being fought over what remains of the planet’s available water sources. Despite these circumstances, we waste millions of gallons of water each year doing one simple thing we could do differently. Every day we all… Continue reading A Simple Idea That Could Save Billions of Gallons of Fresh Water
Category: Activism
Remembering Fidel Castro: In Praise of Fascist Dictators, Oppressive Tyrants, and Militant Despots
On 26 November 2016, at age 90, Fidel Castro passed away peacefully among friends and family after 57 years in public service as Prime Minister and then President of Cuba. The nation is observing 9-days of mourning as Cubans remember the leader they fondly refer to as ‘el Comandante.’ He was described as “sincere” and… Continue reading Remembering Fidel Castro: In Praise of Fascist Dictators, Oppressive Tyrants, and Militant Despots
Activism: 10 Reasons Why a ‘Love Conquers Hate’ Message is Ineffective
Those engaged in activism are continually seeking ways to be more effective with their limited time and resources so as to continue producing maximum desired outcomes. Whether you want education reform, healthcare reform, a political outcome, or to advance environmental initiatives, it’s critical to be as effective as possible. A common strategy used in activism, politics,… Continue reading Activism: 10 Reasons Why a ‘Love Conquers Hate’ Message is Ineffective
Break the Cycle – Just like the ‘war on terrorism’ we are creating more of the fear, bigotry, and hate we profess to be fighting against.
[The following article by Charles Eisenstein addresses how we as ‘liberals’ can look at the world and respond in more effective ways to produce better outcomes that will break cycles of bigotry, hatred, and violence so that instead we create understanding and transformation. It’s been reposted elsewhere under various titles. The title we’ve given it is: “Break… Continue reading Break the Cycle – Just like the ‘war on terrorism’ we are creating more of the fear, bigotry, and hate we profess to be fighting against.
Post-Election Fear and Trauma Among College Students and Youth
There are numerous reports of children, youth, and college students being depressed, fearful, and anxious about the outcome of the 2016 election. This article is offered to explain this phenomenon to those who perceive it to be a matter of young people being spoiled and unable to accept not getting thir way. Having picking up on… Continue reading Post-Election Fear and Trauma Among College Students and Youth
Post-Election Resources for Understanding, Healing, and Moving Forward
In the recent U.S. presidential election, given the diversified field of candidates originally running, millions of people didn’t get their first choice of candidate. Many felt like they’d settled for a candidate they weren’t enthusiastic about. Presumably there was a minority of people that were excited from the start to see Hillary or Trump win,… Continue reading Post-Election Resources for Understanding, Healing, and Moving Forward
EDUCATION – Ellen DeGeneres Meets With Inspiring Educator Coach Lenair Young
For almost a decade, Lenair has been running an after-school program that helps kids in the classroom and on the court, resulting in numerous students getting a college education! After everything he’s done for his community, Ellen wanted to thank him in a big way!
“Before the Flood” – Leonardo DiCaprio – A Planetary Warning and Call to Action
Summary The following video is an important global announcement regarding the fate of the planet. In cooperation with National Geographic, the United Nations, various world leaders (including Pope Francis), and numerous organizations, U.N. Messenger of Peace Leonardo DiCaprio traveled the world for three years to document the current environmental state of the earth. This documentary… Continue reading “Before the Flood” – Leonardo DiCaprio – A Planetary Warning and Call to Action
Gerald Daugherty Funny Campaign Ad – Travis County Commissioner
Normally someone running for the position of County Commissioner would likely not be known a few counties away, but Gerald Daugherty’s funny campaign ad has resulted in national media attention. Media Coverage Below is a video from MSNBC and CNN covered the ad recently also. Published on Oct 26, 2016. Watch as the Morning Joe panel… Continue reading Gerald Daugherty Funny Campaign Ad – Travis County Commissioner
Years of Living Dangerously – New Season Premiers Sunday 30 October 2016 on National Geographic
About the Documentary This Emmy-winning series follows celebrity correspondents around the world, to witness first-hand the effects of climate change on our planet and to learn how we can save it for future generations. New Season premieres Sunday, Oct. 30, on Nat Geo. Visit Years of Living Dangerously on YouTube to watch previous episodes. Visit the… Continue reading Years of Living Dangerously – New Season Premiers Sunday 30 October 2016 on National Geographic
“The Escape” by BMW Films – Featurette Movie Short Meets Advertising
We reported on a recent ad campaign from Adobe that used action sequences and humor to promote their cloud services. A similar ad campaign was the Toyota 2016 Super Bowl #GoPriusGo ad that featured a high speed pursuit car chase with police. On 23 October 2016, BMW Films released “The Escape” as very high production… Continue reading “The Escape” by BMW Films – Featurette Movie Short Meets Advertising
“Before the Flood” – Trailer | National Geographic – Releasing Globally 30 October 2016
Trailer Details Published on Sep 27, 2016 From Academy Award®-winning filmmaker Fisher Stevens and Academy Award-winning actor, and environmental activist Leonardo DiCaprio, BEFORE THE FLOOD presents a riveting account of the dramatic changes now occurring around the world due to climate change. BEFORE THE FLOOD will be in theaters in NYC and LA starting October… Continue reading “Before the Flood” – Trailer | National Geographic – Releasing Globally 30 October 2016