READ: COVID-19 & Imperialism – The Coming Disaster & Revolt “Our defeat was always implicit in the victory of others; our wealth has always generated our poverty…… Read more “COVID-19 & Imperialism: The Coming Disaster & Revolt”
Musings
We must become bigger than we have been: more courageous, greater in spirit, larger in outlook. We must become members of a new race, overcoming petty prejudice,…… Read more “Musings”
Educational Apartheid in America
One of my favorite public intellectuals, Chris Hedges, talks to Cornell University Professor, Noliwe Rooks, about how America’s public education system, under successive administrations, continues to be…… Read more “Educational Apartheid in America”
Poet’s Nook: ‘The Judges’ by Pablo Neruda
In high Peru, in Nicaragua, throughout Patagonia, in the cities, you’ve had no rights, you’ve nothing: cup of misery, America’s abandoned child, there’s no law, no…… Read more “Poet’s Nook: ‘The Judges’ by Pablo Neruda”
The Case for Professors of Stupidity by Brian Gallagher
Source:Nautilus On this past International Holocaust Remembrance Day, I reread a bit of Bertrand Russell. In 1933, dismayed at the Nazification of Germany, the philosopher wrote “The…… Read more “The Case for Professors of Stupidity by Brian Gallagher”
Musings
Isn’t it strange how the stupid are so bold & opinionated while the intelligent are full of doubt?
Coronavirus and the Radical Religious Right’s Bumbling Messiah
(Source: The Intercept) LISTEN: Coronavirus & The Radical Religious Right’s Bumbling Messiah Donald Trump and extreme right groups are encouraging people to take to the streets during…… Read more “Coronavirus and the Radical Religious Right’s Bumbling Messiah”
Depopulation of Africa As Official Policy For Resources In The Industrial World
The barbaric leaders of China, Europe & the USA have it all twisted! See Too Many Africans by Stephen Corry which breaks it down in simple,…… Read more “Depopulation of Africa As Official Policy For Resources In The Industrial World”
Dr. Arikana Chihombori-Quoa Speaks!
Dr. Arikana Chihombori-Quoa is the former African Union Ambassador to the United States. Her career as a pan-Africanist has taken her throughout the continent and the world.…… Read more “Dr. Arikana Chihombori-Quoa Speaks!”
We Can Defeat The Narcissist In Chief
We can defeat this kleptocracy! WE CAN DO THIS!!
On My Bookshelf: “Hiding In Plain Sight” by Sarah Kendzior
. .The rise of Donald Trump may have shocked Americans, but it should not have surprised them.His anti-democratic movement is the culmination of a decades-long breakdown of…… Read more “On My Bookshelf: “Hiding In Plain Sight” by Sarah Kendzior”
Poet’s Nook: “Being Human” by Guarionex Delgado
“Hey all you people sing a new beginning while the days are shortest” ************************* A feeling holds my heart enfolds me in deep snow like winter in…… Read more “Poet’s Nook: “Being Human” by Guarionex Delgado”
Technology and Society by Neil Postman
Neil Postman -Technology & Society The late Neil Postman was an author, educator, media theorist and cultural critic. His book, Amusing Ourselves to Death was one of…… Read more “Technology and Society by Neil Postman”
Aldous Huxley and Brave New World: The Dark Side of Pleasure
PDF: Brave New World Revisited
Dark Clouds and Silver Linings
As the worldwide coronavirus pandemic rips through the world shattering national health systems and economies, unsettling lives, routines, comforts & joys, we now find ourselves in a…… Read more “Dark Clouds and Silver Linings”
King Covid Rules by Satya Sagar
Source: Medium It is a capricious little virus with a funny crown and a flimsy protein coat, zipping across the planet, leaving behind a trail of utter…… Read more “King Covid Rules by Satya Sagar”
To Change the World, Change Your Illusions
In this TEDtalk, Minna Salami shares images of women from around the world, highlighting how out of touch the stereotypes are from reality. She tells powerful stories…… Read more “To Change the World, Change Your Illusions”
Zoombombing University Lectures Brings Racism Home by Oneka LaBennett
Source: Black Perspectives Recently, Zoom classes held by professors at the University of Southern California (USC) and other schools were violently disrupted by “Zoombombers” who infiltrated virtual classrooms, yelling…… Read more “Zoombombing University Lectures Brings Racism Home by Oneka LaBennett”
Chris Hedges & Lee Camp, et al: Money Alone Cannot Overcome Coronavirus Crisis
Pulitzer-winning journalist Chris Hedges & comedian, writer, actor, and activist, Lee Camp & other guests discuss the intensifying COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. They discuss the failure of US…… Read more “Chris Hedges & Lee Camp, et al: Money Alone Cannot Overcome Coronavirus Crisis”
New York City Goes Quiet
Sad & shocking footage of New York City under quarantine. This mixed video was created using drone, helicopter, car and walking around. Check out more interesting footage…… Read more “New York City Goes Quiet”
Musings
In America, we grew up thinking that the people that we see on the nightly news are journalists. But, there is no journalism happening there, only script…… Read more “Musings”
RECONSTRUCTION: AMERICA AFTER THE CIVIL WAR
(Very absorbing, trenchant & for those of us who are of African descent, emotionally-charged. Seeing parallels to our current times is quite an eye-opener).
Noam Chomsky on Trump’s Disastrous Coronavirus Response, Bernie Sanders & What Gives Him Hope
How did the United States — the richest country in the world — become the worldwide epicenter of the coronavirus outbreak, with one person dying of COVID-19…… Read more “Noam Chomsky on Trump’s Disastrous Coronavirus Response, Bernie Sanders & What Gives Him Hope”
The Last Bookstore
Ever since I was a high school kid, I have been fascinated by the book. The touch of a solid book of fiction & non-fiction had a…… Read more “The Last Bookstore”
The Soul of Bill Withers
On March 30th, 2020, we lost a legend. One of the few authentic voices in the music industry that opened his soul to the world for us…… Read more “The Soul of Bill Withers”
How Trump’s Self-Delusions Make Him Stunningly Effective at Predatory Deception by Daniel Kriegman, Robert Trivers & Malcolm Slavin
Source: Raw Story In practicing the art of lying while retaining a hold on the allegiance of his base, Trump utilizes a propaganda principle—the Big Lie—best…… Read more “How Trump’s Self-Delusions Make Him Stunningly Effective at Predatory Deception by Daniel Kriegman, Robert Trivers & Malcolm Slavin”
A Calendar of Wisdom
PDF: A Calendar of Wisdom On March 15, 1884, Leo Tolstoy (September 9, 1828–November 20, 1910) wrote in his diary: I have to create a circle of…… Read more “A Calendar of Wisdom”
Poet’s Nook: “In These Times” by John O’Donohue
In these times when anger Is turned into anxiety, And someone has stolen The horizons and mountains, Our small emperors on parade Never expect our indifference To…… Read more “Poet’s Nook: “In These Times” by John O’Donohue”
Arundhati Roy: ‘The pandemic is a portal’
Who can use the term “gone viral” now without shuddering a little? Who can look at anything any more — a door handle, a cardboard carton,…… Read more “Arundhati Roy: ‘The pandemic is a portal’”
