“The very essence of democracy is that every person represents all the varied interests which compose the nation.”
In a not so suprising turn of events Barak Obama was chosen by both popular and electorial vote as the President of the United States over John McCain. There is a lot of fuss about him [...]
“It is unwise to be too sure of one’s own wisdom. It is healthy to be reminded that the strongest might weaken and the wisest might err.”
Sorry I have not been here lately. Things have been very busy and the news is all about one of two things, the global economic crisis or the [...]
“I object to violence because when it appears to do good, the good is only temporary; the evil it does is permanent.”
China Arnold, the 28 year old mother was given life in prison without the possibility of parole for cooking her one month old baby Paris. She was not given the death penalty [...]
“An error does not become truth by reason of multiplied propagation, nor does truth become error because nobody will see it.”
In China’s second scandal involving the opening ceremonies at the Olympic Games it has come to life that a little girl with a beautiful voice was substituted by another little girl who had [...]
“I cannot teach you violence, as I do not myself believe in it. I can only teach you not to bow your heads before any one even at the cost of your life.”
I first must apologize for not posting in a while but I’ve been having serious computer issues and finally just had [...]
“It is health that is real wealth, not pieces of silver or gold”
In various places throughout the world there is a shortage of quality health care. This is either because of inability to pay or access to care itself and is especially a problem in the United States and third world countries. [...]
“A balanced intellect presupposes a harmonious growth of body, mind and soul.”
On May 18th it is International Museum Day. On this day all participating museums will have no admission fee. Museums, speaking generally as the subject is not really all that important, are an important part of learning. This is especially true for children [...]
“All taxation to be healthy must return tenfold to the taxpayer in the form of necessary services.”
Since it is so close to the deadline for getting one’s taxes in is just around the corner, April 15th, it seems appropriate to say a wee bit about that. To some people it’s a good thing because [...]
“Nonviolent acts exert pressure far more effective than violent acts, for that pressure comes from good-will and gentleness.”
In honor of what would be the 80th. birthday of Fred Rodgers, great educator of children and star of PBS’ Mr. Rodger’s Neighborhood. His show was a breath of fresh air for teaching children the important [...]
“The fire of independence is burning just as bright in my breast in the most fiery breast in this country, but ways and methods differ.”
There is a lost part of history that the British Government has kept secretive since the end of World War Two. This is a forgotten chapter in the book of [...]