If I were President: Blair on Job Creation
I guess I will have to categorize this one as a political statement. Sometimes I imagine myself in someone else’s role and ask, “what would I do in this situation?” Take this ride with me if you can. Here’s the premise. I am the President of the United States. I am trying to save the economy and create jobs. Because so much manufacturing...
September 16, 2011 | Continue reading »
What is Peak Oil?
I admit it! I am not enamored with politics and its lack of truth about the real issues affecting the United States, its policies, and the economy. I often wonder what has come over this old warrior – with my optimism at heart but cynicism in view. Reality is a hard taskmaster. True in martial arts – true in evolving points of view. Bush...
April 23, 2008 | Continue reading »
$600? Yea, right.
Many years ago, when I lived in Maine, there was a local comedian that had an amusing expression. He referred to someone as being, “Numb as a hake.” A hake is a fish. He continued by saying, “Not only does he not know anything, but he doesn’t even suspect anything!” This really describes the American people and their awareness...
February 7, 2008 | Continue reading »
