US and the World
People should enjoy freedom, democracy and self-determination – but only if this involves overthrowing governments that America doesn’t like. via Palestinian UN bid: is the US losing grip on world...
View ArticlePeople and Law
When a huge percentage of your population is accused of breaking the law, the problem is not with the people… but with the law. via France Continues Mass Processing Of Infringement Accusations So when...
View ArticleThe Illusion Of Democracy
But, of course, corporate media professionals have long propped up the illusion that the public is offered an ‘impartial’ selection of facts, opinions and perspectives from which any individual can...
View ArticlePolitics and future
“When politics decides your future, decide what your politics must be.” via Tehelka
View ArticleTriple Standards
With the case of Tarun Tejpal exposed there was a media flurry for breaking the news to the audience. But it was a broken news, it did not need breaking. Though I am not against questions Mr. Tejpal,...
View ArticleThe Worst Get to the Top
Yes, you read that correctly: democratic government invariably leads to the rule by “demagogues” who manipulate the most immoral segments of society. The core of this immoral coalition consists of “the...
View ArticleIn defense of digital freedom
We need to defend democratic principles not only against outside attacks, but also against erosion from within. The strength of an open society is tested especially when it comes under (perceived)...
View ArticleWhistleblowing as an act of political resistance
The individuals who make these disclosures feel so strongly about what they have seen that they’re willing to risk their lives and their freedom. They know that we, the people, are ultimately the...
View ArticleTrump’s Trumpeting Triumph
Election of Donald Trump and Democracy I have two observations to make for the election of Donald Trump to the president’s office in he United States. First there is a certain sense of bewilderment in...
View ArticleThey Thought They Were Free
In this post we will look at some experiences that people in Germany had during the rise of Nazi Party. Overall the trend is that you make it almost impossible for anyone opposed to your thought as an...
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