Commentary

  • Not even debatable

    Not even debatable

    CNN reports advisers will urge Biden to stay in presidential race despite negative publicity. Debate fallout shows decline in Biden’s support, with 72% doubting his mental capability. Concerns arise about US election impact on global scale. Read more

  • Road Tripping

    Road Tripping

    While I was still gainfully employed, I enjoyed taking frequent road trips to various parts of the country. I imagined that when I retired, it would become a routine. However, since I retired just over a year ago, I’ve been preoccupied with building a listening room for my stereo equipment and a private space for Read more

  • 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