Actions Galore
There is so much to do and that can be done, it’s hard to know what to focus on. I had planned to write about …
Perspective: Think
History, civics, social justice, economics, and philosophy. Comments and an ongoing dialogue with readers are welcome.
Still Not My President, Healthcare Availability and Cost: Action #6
Universal healthcare is a dream of many in the United States, the ONLY developed country without it. Not only the ACA but existing Medicare and …
This president is NOT my president; not now, not ever! ACTION # 5
Rex Tillerson prior to his being offered the post of Secretary of State was CEO of Exxon Mobil since 2006 and employed by Exxon since …
The next president is NOT my president; not now, not ever! ACTION #4
The inauguration of probably the most unqualified U.S. president to ever step into office in these modern, complex times will take place January 20, 2017 …
The next president is NOT my president; not now, not ever! ACTION # 3
Know your politicians. Have their phone numbers on your cell phone, email addresses in your Contacts list, and addresses in your “rolodex,” albeit probably online …
Issue: Focus on Cabinet and Agency Appointments
It would be easy to let the president’s appointees slide through without criticism, but almost every single one is a disaster in one way or …
The next president is NOT my president; not now, not ever! ACTION # 1
Develop an Action Plan focusing on what you can and are willing to do. Millions like myself who care about civil rights, justice, women’s rights …
Recent History: To Pin Or Not To Pin
A bit of what is now history on citizen action The safety pin movement appears to have started in the UK after the Brexit vote …
Yemen, Qat, and National Addictions
Yemenis try to recover from Saudi bomb. In Yemen, water may be a more difficult and death-provoking situation than war. Die from a bomb …