High levels of Carbon Dioxide in the air we breathe reduces our cognitive abilities and the quality of our decision making.
Category: Politics
Somewhat Evident Truths
The Declaration of Independence stated that some truths are self-evident. Others are not so sure.
Global Warming
People are not likely to vote for someone who promises to lower their standard of living. Perhaps we need to invest heavily to find a technological solution to Global Warming.
Invasions
17 years ago we invaded a backwards third-world country. 17 years later we still haven’t won. But that’s okay.
Vested Interests
We complain that our governments are not doing enough to solve future problems, but most of us aren’t doing much about our own individual future problems.
The Benefits of Capitalism
Capitalism has been an amazing force for good, improving the lives of people around the world. Yet there is a growing sense that capitalism in its current form works better for some people than for others.
Brexit Fantasies
A big part of the choice to leave the EU was the desire of many Brits to regain British sovereignty, for Britain to make its own decisions. But international capital is likely to have a bigger impact on British decisions than does the EU.
Health Care: Job Losses
Any change towards a Medicare-for-All type of system will lead to large job losses in the health insurance industry. But this is an issue we need to face with all job losses caused by changing conditions.
Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland is the rock on which the orderly exit of Britain from the EU (Brexit) is foundering. This comic cuts the Gordian Knot, offering a simple solution to the complex problem.
Modern Slavery
During the recent government shutdown many federal employees were required to work without pay. This was somewhat ironic, and ominous, given America’s dark history of slavery.
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