Tag: Democracy
The Climate Fight Is Now The Idiocracy Fight
We’re not supposed to say it. We’re supposed to have nuanced, sophisticated views that respect everyone as intelligent, brilliant human beings — some of whom just need a little bit of support. But the fact is: humans are by and large stupid. We are a species full of misinformation, challenged … [continued]
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“Zuckerberg Poisons the World — Selling Digital Opioid”
Social media often seems minor and harmless, just an app or two on the side for entertainment and learning. Originally, it was supposed to be a wonderful thing that brought the world together. World peace was finally at our fingertips, or at least fun cat videos. Unfortunately, we have learned … [continued]
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Musk & Right Wing Trumpsters Are Already At Odds
The Economist says that petty spats among billionaire Elon Musk, other tech tycoons, and the MAGA crowd may be “a sign of a much deeper rift” within the right wing incoming US executive office. The policy team of once-and-future President Donald J. Trump has “disparate, sometimes contradictory goals,” with the … [continued]
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The Contrarian: Journalism Is An Antidote To Cowardly Media Outlets
Journalism is under attack like never before in America. Several journalists have responded by creating new media channels.
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Dyer: Trump lacks courage to be true revolutionary
Turning yourself from a democratically elected president into a dictator is a tricky operation, and most people who try it fail.
Greenlash And The Enshittification Of America
Enshittification is a work coined by Cory Doctorow in 2022. It seems to perfectly capture the mood of the United States today.
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Global Overheating Is Making The Land Drier And Saltier
Global overheating is making the land drier and saltier, according to the United Nations which makes growing food more difficult.
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9 Organizations for Groundbreaking Program to Foster Collaboration Between Communities & Stakeholders in the Energy Transition
Regional Energy Democracy Initiative Pilot Underscores DOE’s Commitment to Equity and Justice for Communities in the Gulf South The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced today the selection of nine organizations to participate in the groundbreaking Regional Energy Democracy Initiative (REDI) Consortium in Texas and Louisiana. This inaugural consortium will … [continued]
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China Plans 48,000 Kilometers Of High Speed Rail By 2030
China has introduced a new high speed rail train with a top speed of 450 km/h, making it the fastest train on Earth.
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Jimmy Carter to be honored with a state funeral before being buried next to Rosalynn
Carter was president from 1977 to 1981, but he was perhaps more famous for the life he led after he left office. He was one of the biggest advocates for peace, democracy and human rights.