Activism > Politics Summary. This document addresses the accusation made by Canada Free Press that Michelle Obama has 22 Attendants or 26 Servants. Background. During the George W. Bush presidency, evangelical conservatives would accuse liberals of being unpatriotic for criticizing the President of the United States. The following scriptures were among those cited as the basis… Continue reading Pray for Your Leaders – Michelle Obama Has 22 Attendants or 26 Servants – Separation of State and Church – Canada Free Press
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Postville U.S.A: Surviving Diversity in Small-Town America
Lifeways Summary. The Postville community in Iowa is a living example of diversity, vitality, longevity, and resiliency. The book Postville U.S.A.: Surviving Diversity in Small-Town America is a thoughtfully written multi-authored book with several perspectives on the community’s struggles and successes. [Buy] Our Interest. Because of its cultural richness and historical significance, several stories and… Continue reading Postville U.S.A: Surviving Diversity in Small-Town America
Debts of One Generation Passed on to the Next
“No generation has a right to contract debts greater than can be paid off during the course of its own existence.” – George Washington to James Madison 1789
It Takes Courage to Challenge the Status Quo – Political and Economic Commentary about Tom Vilsack by Michael Richards
Activism > Politics It Takes Courage to Challenge the Status Quo It’s major news when a fellow Iowan is elevated to the Presidential cabinet. The last time that happened was with seed pioneer Henry Wallace in the late 1940’s. Tom Vilsack’s story epitomizes the American Dream of an orphaned youth that rises to lofty national stature. His… Continue reading It Takes Courage to Challenge the Status Quo – Political and Economic Commentary about Tom Vilsack by Michael Richards
Matthew Alexander – How to Break a Terrorist – Video Interview with Jon Stewart
Activism > Human Rights Summary. In an effort to avert and eliminate crime or acts of terrorism, it’s important to obtain accurate intelligence information from people who have been captured or who have turned themselves in. However, in the process of interrogation, it’s imperative that the interrogator does not become a terrorist. Matthew Alexander is… Continue reading Matthew Alexander – How to Break a Terrorist – Video Interview with Jon Stewart
The Urgency of The Universal Declaration of Human Rights, 60-Year Anniversary, United Nations and Human Rights
Activism | Relationships | Politics Summary. The divergent, contradictory, uncooperative, isolationist, sectarian, extremist, splintering factions of humanity are creating a crisis of reverse evolution leading to the entropy of society. For this reason, there is an urgency for humanity to unite around a clearly identified purpose. No better statement has been presented for defining a road map to… Continue reading The Urgency of The Universal Declaration of Human Rights, 60-Year Anniversary, United Nations and Human Rights
Barack Obama – Information, Current News, and Weekly Video Radio Address
Activism > Politics Background. On 27 July 2004, Resources for Life identified Barack Obama as a candidate to watch and began supporting his career because of his work as a community organizer and his message of cooperation and diplomacy. It was this day, 27 July 2004, when Barack Obama delivered his historic speech to millions of… Continue reading Barack Obama – Information, Current News, and Weekly Video Radio Address
Barack Obama Weekly Video Address 20081122sa – Creating Jobs
Activism > Politics Summary. President-Elect Obama addresses the current economic crisis, our need to create jobs, and repair America’s neglected domestic infrastructure. For more visit the presidential transition website Change.gov. More videos are available on the Change.gov YouTube page or the Barack Obama Presidency page on Hulu.com.
“The True Enemy is War Itself” – Denzel Washington in Crimson Tide – Comparison to John McCain Concession Speech and Barack Obama – Crimson Tide Soundtrack
Effective Living > Music > Heart Songs Summary. The instrumental selection Roll Tide accompanied the scene in the anti-war movie Crimson Tide where the older seasoned graying hawkish military sub captain (Capt. Frank Ramsey played by Gene Hackman) admits defeat and error as he hands the reigns of power to the young executive officer – an… Continue reading “The True Enemy is War Itself” – Denzel Washington in Crimson Tide – Comparison to John McCain Concession Speech and Barack Obama – Crimson Tide Soundtrack
Yulia Tymoshenko of Ukraine
Activism > Politics Summary. Yulia Tymoshenko, Prime Minister of Ukraine, was ranked in 2005 by Forbes Magazine as the third most powerful woman in the world. Tymoshenko was one of the leaders of Ukraine’s Orange Revolution that toppled a stagnant, corrupt regime. Biography. The following biography was taken from Yulia Tymoshenko’s official website. Yulia Tymoshenko was born on November 27th, 1960… Continue reading Yulia Tymoshenko of Ukraine
Arnold Schwarzenegger
Activism > Politics Summary. This page contains general information about California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger. General Resources. These are general resources about Arnold Schwarzenegger. Body Building California Governor’s Conference and First Lady’s Conference on Women California Governor’s Page Climate Change Site Environment Arnold Schwarzenegger Signs Executive Order Establishing World’s First Low Carbon Standard for Transportation Fuels Filmography Global Fan Club Italian Fan Site… Continue reading Arnold Schwarzenegger
Republican/Conservative Leaders, Organizations, and Resources
Activism > Politics Summary. Below are some noteworthy Democratic / Liberal leaders and organizations. Bill Frist [ Senate Page | Volunteer Political Action Page | Wiki | Vote Smart ] Summary: Advocates “Medicine as a Currency For Peace” rather than dropping bombs. According to his website, Frist wants to “harness America’s talents and resources to spread health and healing around the world.” Still has his childhood teddy bear named “Teddy.” Favorite… Continue reading Republican/Conservative Leaders, Organizations, and Resources