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Transitioning Care: A solution to how we live and care for each other in the future
February 17, 2015 · 0 Comments
A community’s strength is its ability to look after its older adults – safely and with compassion.
Grasping the beginnings of life in the universe
Nihil fit ex nihilo – Nothing comes from nothing.
Islamism and democracy seen as a ‘war of the gods’
“I'd rather die standing, than live on my knees.” That 2012 statement by Stéphane Charbonnier, editor of the satirical French weekly Charlie Hebdo, was a compelling battle cry, and the tragic murder of him, his staffers, and two policemen in Paris on Jan. 7 guaranteed its place in the modern democratic liturgy. He was willing to die a martyr for the sacred principle of “free speech,” and he did.
Democracy in action at the local level
Taxpayers deserve accountability. And they deserve an open, frank explanation of where their money goes.
Fine-tuning a budget is never easy
Every year our esteemed local politicians and staff set about a laborious and delicate task of creating a multi-million-dollar game plan for this municipality. Regardless of the upper-level expertise, it’s never easy and the process is fraught with hurdles, pitfalls and ramifications.
Wordwide corruption is no conspiracy theory
People love a juicy conspiracy theory. From the assassination of JFK and the moon landings to Elvis, people cling to their beliefs.
Top environmental issues for the coming year
After gazing into my green crystal ball, and consulting with several legitimate scientific organizations (like the mythical anchor William Duncan McAvoy on The Newsroom, I protect my sources) I can pronounce with more certainty than a long-term Weather Channel forecast, the top environmental issues of 2015.
Parents no longer masters in our castles
We had thought that growing up, becoming adults and assuming the responsiblity of home ownership came with certain perks. As kids, we all wanted to be “king of the castle.”
Technology – our salvation or undoing?
Every new chapter of humanity requires some reflection, evaluation and goal setting.
Mounting debt a burden for us all
Mark Pavilons As we engage in our annual exercise in overspending and over-extending ourselves, at one point we take stock, usually when the rye runs ...
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