* We need a cultural shift with respect to violence now, and we all have a role to play. Advocating for gun control laws is certainly a big piece of it. Having more awareness, scientific understanding, and resources for mental health is another huge component. Rethinking the role of and messaging from media in times… Continue reading
Tag: federal silliness
When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, “Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.” To this day, especially in times of “disaster,” I remember my mother’s words and I am always comforted by realizing that there are… Continue reading
Ban on Loud TV Commercials Takes Effect Today
"But what will keep people who watch television awake anymore?!" -me, a person who does not own a tv and pretends like I’m not missing out. (Really, this is good legislation. Good victory, America!)Ban on Loud TV Commercials Takes Effect Today
Blake Fall-Conroy, “Minimum Wage Machine,” 2008-2010 This machine allows anyone to work for minimum wage for as long as they like. Turning the crank on the side releases one penny every 4.97 seconds, for a total of $7.25 per hour. This corresponds to minimum wage for a person in New York. This piece is… Continue reading
The role of the SNAP program isn’t to provide additional money to paid government volunteers; it is to help feed hungry American families. Senator John Thune, R-ND, in an article framing food stamps as a perk for paid government volunteers. Right. Food stamps (SNAP benefits) are to help feed hungry Americans. At an AmeriCorps salary,… Continue reading
Recognizing what homeless really means
During the recent storm, thousands and thousands of people lost their homes either permanently or for an extended period of time. These people span the socioeconomic spectrum; many have assets, good jobs, and degrees from a university. They are, by definition, homeless. The HUD definition of homelessness includes: People who are living in a place… Continue reading Recognizing what homeless really means
A working gun has been made using a 3-D printer.
I saw this article and was not surprised at all; I’ve been fearing this for months. via halphillips: I really think this is something we’re going to hear a LOT more about over the next few years. It is now possible to buy a printer that will let you make your own guns. This is not… Continue reading A working gun has been made using a 3-D printer.
Here’s what I had to say about the debate while it was happening. I rarely get political on this blog or elsewhere, but I am proud to be voting for BARACK OBAMA this November because frankly, I trust him to make generally smart, informed decisions, which I can’t say of Romney. This debate solidified it.
Here's what I had to say about the debate while it was happening. I rarely get political on this blog or elsewhere, but I am proud to be voting for BARACK OBAMA this November because frankly, I trust him to make generally smart, informed decisions, which I can't say of Romney. This debate solidified it.
Political Fundraising (Spam)
Thanks to Gmail Meter, I feel validated in my firm belief that political fundraising is a bit ridiculous and overly bothersome. I learned in this month’s report that I received 71 emails from info@barakobama.com during the month of September, which stemmed from one small gift to the Obama campaign. I realize that as the race… Continue reading Political Fundraising (Spam)
Register to Vote Before the November Elections
Via usagov: There’s still time to register to vote before the November elections. Find state registration deadlines, eligibility and more. Deadlines are rapidly approaching and are a bit different in each state, so don’t wait to register. It’s your civic responsibility to vote even if you don’t like the candidates or you have a lot… Continue reading Register to Vote Before the November Elections
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