So the options are to burn away what little time and real wealth are left propping up a zombie system, or use that wealth and time to relocalize economies and social institutions, so that they can be functional
The points are worth raising — and rebutting. After the second World War, the U.S. dedicated itself to leading the world away from the most violent and destructive period in modern human history, and in this it succeeded. It would be hard to overstate the magnitude of its achievement. Tw...
prompting my parents to find that the pillows I had placed under my blankets were just a lame attempt at deception. My dad came to the party and practically dragged me out of the car and home to about a month’s worth of grounding. My future wife, who was in the back seat ...
At least these guys are consistent. UPDATE: Sparks Mayor Ed Lawson replaced Mr. Dahir on Dec. 18. Friday should prove especially interesting given that Reno Mayor Hillary Schieve has demanded answers from her former subordinate, Bill Thomas, who moved from city hall to become RTC executive ...
when a messenger realizes he's in possession of some over paid lawyers acknowledgement prize for a job well done, he wonders about his own self worth. where are his shiny trophies, his tokens of praise, and accolades for putting his neck on the line day in and day out in the service ...
Afflicted with a terminal illness John Bernard Brooks, the last of the legendary gunfighters, quietly returns to Carson City for medical attention from his old friend Dr. Hostetler. Aware that his days are numbered, the troubled man seeks solace and peace in a boarding house run by a widow ...
Trump also listed 20 assets as being worth more than $50 million which is the highest value the disclosure. This includes Trump’s signature properties such as: Mar-a-Lago resort Palm Beach, Florida; Golf clubs; Trump International Hotel in Washington. ...
Bertha had a clear moral she wanted to communicate to the masses. She also has a tendency to hammer on the same point and demolish the same straw men arguments with the fervor of a scarecrow demolition crew. Still, within her context it’s really worth considering Bertha’s specific position...
Trump’s framing is as if we are on a steady path to recovery, which is not the case, and he compares the U.S. death rate to other countries. Listen, I’m not naive, this is not new rhetoric from him on the pandemic. But it’s worth noting as he says it in front of the ...
Both the US Army and the US Marines have reserve troops, which can be activated in times of need. The Army reserves are significantly larger, however. Unlike the Marines, the US Army also has extensive support staff, including medical personnel. The Marine Corps relies on the Navy for many...