Commentary

  • Tidal Streams for May

    Tidal Streams for May

    Yet again, I have been preoccupied with overseeing building construction and have neglected listening to music during the course of last month. It seems construction never ends, especially if you have to constantly dispute the quality of work being done, and demand changes and revisions. Some day I’ll write about my building construction travails… if Read more

  • Remember the Reds…

    Remember the Reds…

    The fear of communism has diminished, replaced by concern over China’s economic power. Western imperialism now threatens global peace, with the US diverting tax dollars to fund unwinnable wars and suppress dissent. Resistance is growing. Read more

  • Some words to lose your shit over

    Some words to lose your shit over

    The recent outrage and denial over terms like Occupation, Apartheid, Antisemitic, and Genocide have sparked debate. These loaded words now evoke contentious reactions, with political and media interests influencing their meaning. Smear merchants manipulate and distort these words for their own agendas. Read more

  • Shredding Humanity

    Shredding Humanity

    The United Nations, established in 1945 with 51 member states, now has 193. The UN’s founding principles have been compromised, particularly by certain veto-holding countries, notably the USA. Palestine’s limited membership has sparked controversy. Israel’s actions and history at the UN have raised questions about integrity. Read more

  • Ten lies…all in one briefing

    The political system’s unprincipled nature leads to deceptive briefing tactics by US officials, as seen in a press briefing on the Israel-Palestine situation. Misleading statements discredit the officials’ trustworthiness and sincerity. Political agendas override truth and humanitarian concerns. Read more

  • Should America be pitied or maligned or both?

    Should America be pitied or maligned or both?

    The text contemplates the governance of the United States, highlighting dissatisfaction with both major political parties and criticizing the government’s support for Israel amid the conflict in Gaza. It also urges for a change in leadership before the next election. Read more