As in fog of war, it will be likely a day or so until we know how many are hurt... right now, in some sense, we all are hurt... for the joy of running, pacing oneself, training for a long time prior, and just competing no matter, win, place or straggle. And this happens instead. That the quest for health and life springing up fresh, be a run for some through the valley of … [Read more...] about Boston: Update: Over 100 Injured in Explosions
Boston Marathon Explosions: Broken People
The scene is as in war... … [Read more...] about Boston Marathon Explosions: Broken People
3rd Explosion [now said to be a fire only: JFK Library Boston
UPDATE: The Boston Police say it appears that the Boston Library situation was a fire in the new building boiler room, not an explosion. Stay tuned. Edward Davis, Boston Police Commissioner has just said there is a third explosion after the first two near the end of the track for the Boston Marathon. The third explosion was at JFK Library in Boston [some distance away from … [Read more...] about 3rd Explosion [now said to be a fire only: JFK Library Boston
The Distinguished Warfare Medal, Now a ‘Distinguishing Device’
In a move that was certain to be controversial, and as one of his last acts as Secretary of Defense, Leon Panetta authorized a new Medal, the Distinguished Warfare Medal (DWM), to be awarded to service members whose extraordinary achievements, regardless of their distance to the traditional combat theater, deserve distinct department-wide recognition. Some of the recipients … [Read more...] about The Distinguished Warfare Medal, Now a ‘Distinguishing Device’
Cost of War with North Korea
It may cost less in monetary terms to go to war than not, depending on how you calculate it, according to Daniel Altman, who looks at it from multiple points of view, and comes to the conclusion that, arguably, it may well be much less costly to go to war with them in the near future than it is to continue with the status quo and wait for them to start it themselves. My main … [Read more...] about Cost of War with North Korea
Explosions At Boston Marathon
CNN coverage here Local Boston coverage here President Obama urges prayers for Boston and promises we will find whoever did this and punish them. Can't really expect him to say much more at this point. Death toll still officially at two though I sadly expect that number to rise. 100 wounded, many seriously. Earlier reports of a suspect under guard have been denied by … [Read more...] about Explosions At Boston Marathon
Elizabeth Warren Versus Hillary Clinton in 2016?
Is the stage being set for another historical political battle? Just a few months into her first U.S. Senate term, Democrat Elizabeth Warren is generating increasing support among liberals as a White House contender — putting her on a potential collision course with presumed front-runner Hillary Clinton. Warren’s tough stand against the Obama administration’s proposal … [Read more...] about Elizabeth Warren Versus Hillary Clinton in 2016?
Andes’ Tropical Glaciers Going Fast, May Soon Be Gone
Andes’ Tropical Glaciers Going Fast, May Soon Be Gone (via Climate Central) By Paul Brown, Climate News Network LONDON — The glaciers of the tropical Andes have shrunk by between 30 and 50 percent in 30 years and many will soon disappear altogether, cutting off the summer water supply for millions of people, according to scientists studying the region’s climate. … [Read more...] about Andes’ Tropical Glaciers Going Fast, May Soon Be Gone
Obama Moves Towards the Middle?
Is President Barack Obama taking the country's political middle -- both by choice and by what is occurring with both political parties? There are increasing signs he is given how he is under fire from right and left and from Democrats and Republicans. Here are just a few tidbits that indicate his increasingly middle-of-the-road status. *The Daily Beast's John Avlon on … [Read more...] about Obama Moves Towards the Middle?
Selig Cartwright, Goldman Sachs Washroom Attendant, Explains How To Do Away With Taxes??
(The scene is a washroom in the headquarters of Goldman Sachs. Mr. B., a company executive, comes out of his private Stall #8 after an extended visit, carrying a bunch of papers. He encounters Selig, the washroom attendant, who asks...) Writing a novel, Mr. B.? If only, Selig. Doing my taxes. Or starting them anyway. They are so, so, so... Crazy? Irritating? … [Read more...] about Selig Cartwright, Goldman Sachs Washroom Attendant, Explains How To Do Away With Taxes??
The Invasion of Our Nation Goes Unpunished (Al-Iraq News, Iraq)
Should the United States apologize to Iraqis and pay their country reparations? Now, ten years after an invasion that was illegal under international law and based on mistaken pretexts, Al-Iraq News columnist Jamal Muhammad Taqi argues that it's time for America to make amends - but he has little expectation that it will. For Al-Iraq News, Jamal Muhammad Taqi starts off this … [Read more...] about The Invasion of Our Nation Goes Unpunished (Al-Iraq News, Iraq)
Facing Reality: Reality TV Shows
by Peter W. Johnson, Guest Voice There are two aspects of American Culture which I honestly cannot wait to see go the way of the dinosaurs—the Tea Party, and, “Reality” shows. But since the Tea Party is condemned or extolled about a million times a day, in a plethora of different article and web posts, this particular post will focus on what we so unabashedly call, Reality … [Read more...] about Facing Reality: Reality TV Shows
An Overview of The Four Agreements: The Time is Right
by Dr. Kevin Purcell One of my favorite reads in the last decade has been Don Miguel Ruiz’s “Four Agreements”. I wish I had read it when I was a kid. But it's never too late, and my young adult kids have benefited. In the book, Ruiz suggests how to avoid self-limiting train of thought. These easy to understand suggestions are one path to remaining kind and fair to … [Read more...] about An Overview of The Four Agreements: The Time is Right
N. Korea keeps world guessing on birthday plans
N. Korea keeps world guessing on birthday plans (via AFP) All eyes are on North Korea on Monday to see if it marks the birthday of late founder Kim Il-Sung with an expected missile launch, despite tension-reducing noises from Seoul and Washington. North Korea has a habit of linking high-profile military tests with key dates in its annual calendar. The centenary… … [Read more...] about N. Korea keeps world guessing on birthday plans
A good reason not to run for re-election
This is as good a reason not to run for re-election than any: Arrested last week on charges he abused his position to imprison a 20-year-old Trainer man during a drunken, gun-wielding encounter at his home in February, Marcus Hook Mayor James “Jay” Schiliro has dropped his bid for re-election. But he said Wednesday he plans to finish out his term as mayor. And the details … [Read more...] about A good reason not to run for re-election
Justin Bieber’s Self-absorbed Message for the late Anne Frank (No Joke)
There are self-absorbed celebrities-- and then apparently there is teen idol Justin Bieber. He visited the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam, a memorial to Annelies "Anne" Marie Frank, one of the Nazi holocaust's most famous victims. Yes, it's the young girl who wrote that famous diary, hid for years from the Nazis in a house, only to be captured and die in a concentration camp. … [Read more...] about Justin Bieber’s Self-absorbed Message for the late Anne Frank (No Joke)
Behind in Taxes (Cartoon)
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Is there a special hell for Wayne LaPierre?
Is there a special hell for Wayne LaPierre? It's Sunday. One can but hope. Three months and a day after the Newtown massacre, Mr. LaPierre, dressed in his trademark business suit and starched white shirt, arrived with a security detail at a convention hall overlooking the Potomac for the annual Conservative Political Action Conference, a gathering of thousands of … [Read more...] about Is there a special hell for Wayne LaPierre?
The World Reacts to Global Warming (Cartoon)
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Rubio vows tough, 10-year path to US citizenship
Rubio vows tough, 10-year path to US citizenship (via AFP) Senator Marco Rubio, the Republican point man for immigration reform, on Sunday said a new bill would carve an arduous 10-year path to citizenship for the country's 11 million illegal immigrants. Appearing on a string of Sunday talk shows, Rubio appeared keen to reassure hardline Republicans opposed… … [Read more...] about Rubio vows tough, 10-year path to US citizenship