Reuters’ satellite images show that Russia is keeping armored trucks, personnel, and other military equipment at a military training facility in Klimovo, about 20 miles from its… Read more “Steer Clear: War and the Devastation of Economic Sanctions”
Tag: power
The 5th Circuit’s Case Against OSHA’s Mandate
On November 12th, the U.S. 5th Circuit court of appeals granted a stay regarding OSHA’s Emergency Temporary Standard (mandate) regarding COVID-19 vaccines. OSHA suspended enforcement of its… Read more “The 5th Circuit’s Case Against OSHA’s Mandate”
The Nonviolence Standard and its Largest Perpetrator
We must recognize that Floyd’s killing is not an isolated incident but rather a consequence of a monopoly on the legal use of force that has gained power over the decades. I attempt to make my case with nuance and with respect for all those who have been victimized by the state (just about everyone but many worse than others).
Marcus Jakob Recounts Life in The GDR
“When I grew older, it didn’t feel normal anymore,” said Marcus Jakob, “I kind of thought I was imprisoned by the country.” Marcus grew up in the… Read more “Marcus Jakob Recounts Life in The GDR”
The importance of Ranked Choice
Originally published in the ORU Oracle: http://oruoracle.com/opinion/vote-for-ranked-choice-ballots/ There are 530 federally-elected officials registered as either Republican or Democrat. Three officials are independent. Two political parties cannot accurately… Read more “The importance of Ranked Choice”
The Right to Carry
I haven’t posted in a while, because I have been very busy. I originally published this in the ORU Oracle- just follow the link below: http://oruoracle.com/opinion/guns-a-god-given-right/
Learning from Costa Rica
I am writing from the four seasons resort in Costa Rica. The country is full of lush rainforest, and has a growing economy. I have been impressed… Read more “Learning from Costa Rica”
Congress votes to end assistance to civil war in Yemen
Recently, both houses of congress passed a resolution to end military assistance to Saudi Arabia for its war in Yemen. President Trump has threatened to veto the… Read more “Congress votes to end assistance to civil war in Yemen”
Picking Winners and Losers
I will give you the short version- Corporate welfare is the government picking winners and losers. It is not the government’s job to pick winners and losers,… Read more “Picking Winners and Losers”
Macron and Trump
United States president Donald Trump has often flustered other world leaders, and people who would like to work towards a more globalized world. President Trump, a self… Read more “Macron and Trump”
The Name of Liberty 