From JacobinOne of my all-time favorite comedy clips is a bit called “People Without Children Have NO IDEA What It’s Like!” by comedian Michael McIntyre. It’s cathartic for parents, and it should be mandatory education for adults who don’t have children. “You think you … [Read more...] about Parenting Is a Job. During the Pandemic, It’s Impossible.
Social Justice/社会正義
Amy Coney Barrett Helped Corporations Quash Discrimination Cases
From JacobinAs Donald Trump works to try to halt racial sensitivity training in America’s workplaces, he has pushed to appoint a Supreme Court justice who has periodically ruled against workers who claim that they have faced racial discrimination on the job. Judge Amy … [Read more...] about Amy Coney Barrett Helped Corporations Quash Discrimination Cases
So Trump Loses to Biden….Then What?
From CommonDreamsDonald Trump isn’t just inside the heads of his Trumpster base; he’s long been a consuming obsession among those yearning for his defeat in November. With barely more than a week to go before the election of our lifetime, those given to nail biting as a response to anxiety have by now gnawed ourselves down to the quick. And many have found other … [Read more...] about So Trump Loses to Biden….Then What?
South Australia to Go 100% Solar as Sun Power Offers World's Cheapest Energy
From CommonDreamsThe state of South Australia is the future. For one hour, on October 11, all of its electricity was generated by solar power, the first time this feat was achieved by any major jurisdiction in the world. So reports Richard Davies of the Australian Broadcasting Corporation. October is a spring month in Australia. The news comes as the … [Read more...] about South Australia to Go 100% Solar as Sun Power Offers World's Cheapest Energy
Hello, Neighbor: My Letter to a Trump Supporter
From CommonDreamsHi neighbor! How are you and your family? I hope this letter finds you each doing well despite the challenges the pandemic has presented. What a year, right? Like some cosmic test to see how much we humans can handle. Our family is good, thankfully, though I've been out of work since May. Less money, but more time for doing the things I … [Read more...] about Hello, Neighbor: My Letter to a Trump Supporter