Friday evening a notification appeared on my phone. It was from Facebook telling me that my friend in Paris was okay. I’d not heard any news of the Paris attack prior to that Facebook message. I immediately went to the news and started reading the mixed reports that began to surface moments after the tragedy there.… Continue reading Je Suis Humanity: France, Racism, and the Politics of Compassion
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Local Election in North Carolina has 100% Voter Turnout
The local election for the community of Spencer Mountain, North Carolina had 100% voter turnout as all two residents, a husband and wife, Chase and Alice White, both turned out to vote. Chase was elected as Mayor. Alice was elected to City Council. In his acceptance speech, Chase thanked his campaign manager and his many supporters,… Continue reading Local Election in North Carolina has 100% Voter Turnout
The 2015 Iowa City Council Race in 10 Minutes
This year in Iowa City there are eight candidates running for City Council positions. Only four will be elected. While politics tends to pit individuals against each other, in this race some alliances are forming among candidates and their supporters. In the local paper, letters of endorsement are supporting several candidates, rather than just an… Continue reading The 2015 Iowa City Council Race in 10 Minutes
New City Council Members May Result in Better Representation
The City Council of Iowa City recently approved another multi-million dollar tax-payer TIF-funded development in the downtown area. The project is called The Chauncey. I have been and continue to be a strong supporter of the Chauncey, and wrote an article in its defense. I also like some of the other modern buildings, TIF funded… Continue reading New City Council Members May Result in Better Representation
“Intifada 3.0” – VICE News Report on Israeli-Palestinian Violence (Oct 2015)
This series of reports by VICE News covers an increase of Israeli-Palestinian violence in the late 2015. The videos are listed by date posted to YouTube. WARNING: This video includes images of violence and conflict. DISPATCH 1 – Clashes in the West Bank (14 Oct 2015) The latest spasm of violence in Israel has left… Continue reading “Intifada 3.0” – VICE News Report on Israeli-Palestinian Violence (Oct 2015)
Donald Trump Reference and Resource Page
The Political Resource Group is a non-partisan public interest group that offers reference information on various candidates. Donald Trump has entered the 2016 presidential race as a Republican candidate. This page offers some speeches and interviews for reference and research. Content is organized chronologically on this page with the most recent at the top. Updates… Continue reading Donald Trump Reference and Resource Page
Donald Trump: “I love the Mexican people. I love Mexico.”
On June 25, Donald Trump was quoted in an interview on Noticiero Telemundo stating: “I love the Mexican people. I love Mexico. I’ve had tremendous relationships with Mexico for many many years, and frankly that’s very important to me.” This seems to be Donald Trump’s clearly stated position and view regarding the Mexican people. Unfortunately, this… Continue reading Donald Trump: “I love the Mexican people. I love Mexico.”
VICE News Report on Jewish Settlers in 2015
This 5-part series from VICE News offers a report on Jewish settlers in Palestine. These videos cover news and events mostly from the spring and summer of 2015. WARNING: These videos contain images of violence. PART 1 Israeli settlers have been slowly nibbling away at Palestine’s West Bank territory for four decades. 300,000 setllers now… Continue reading VICE News Report on Jewish Settlers in 2015
Bernie Sanders in Iowa City on Saturday 30 May 2015 (Video)
The video below is of Bernie Sanders in Iowa City on 30 May 2015.
This is why free college education actually costs society nothing.
Recently I posted a story on Facebook about a program started in Tennessee that provides free community college education to all residents. Over 35,000 students have already applied for the program, and more will apply again this year. One of my conservative Republican friends promptly posted the comment, “Who actually pays for it?” which was to suggest that… Continue reading This is why free college education actually costs society nothing.
Disney’s Tomorrowland – Athena (Video Trailers)
Summary Tomorrowland is a Disney movie based on a story line where all the greatest minds in the world collaborate to make the world a better place. The film is scheduled to launch on 22 May 2015. Below are some resource links for the movie. Disney Movie Page Facebook IMDB Official Movie Website TakeMeToTomorrowland.com – Interactive… Continue reading Disney’s Tomorrowland – Athena (Video Trailers)
Burka Avenger: “Justice, peace and education for all!”
In this new animated adventure series, a young Muslim woman with superpowers becomes “Burka Avenger.” Explaining her mission, she states, “Now, I use my powers for good. I stand for justice, peace and education for all. I fight against the forces of tyranny and ignorance… because I am Burka Avenger!” Al Jazeera says Burka Avenger… Continue reading Burka Avenger: “Justice, peace and education for all!”