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Politics, News & Issues > Government & Policies Does governmental secrecy make us safer?: 3 of 14
Especially since 1947 and the initiation of the Cold War by Truman, military planners have justified increasing levels of government secrecy under the nebulous title of "national security." Civil Libertarians who rankled at this claim have routinely had their patriotism questioned, a tactic favored by Nazi Propagandist Josep... More..
Relationships & Family > Married Life How many marriages are too many?: 8 of 36
What is the function of marriage? Most answers probably include to merge and build families, to establish or expand a home, and to create or provide for children. Does multiple marriage undermine these functions? Some societies have honored and encouraged multiple marriages, but polyamory is not valued in the modern, industr... More..
Sports & Recreation > Biking Roadside diagnostics: Simple steps to take after a cycling crash: 1 of 4
If you are present at the scene of any accident there are a few vitally important steps to take. Paramedics say "check your own pulse first." If you are traumatized physically or emotionally, your attempts could just make things worse. Sit or lie down in a safe, comfortable spot and take time to recuperate. If you feel at al... More..
Sports & Recreation > Biking Cycling circuits: The best rides out there: 1 of 4
How very fortunate for you! The best bicycle ride you could take starts and ends right at your own home. In case you have difficulty finding the route, please let me offer some tools that might help. First, please recognize that the best ride is the one you actually ride. I find that incorporating my bicycle into my daily li... More..
Sports & Recreation > Biking The prepared cyclist: Off-season training: 1 of 4
There is no off-season for cycling. When your bicycle is your favorite vehicle, there are delightful seasons for riding and even more delightful seasons. The benefits of using a bicycle for transportation work all year round. You save money, especially when you completely replace your car. You save time, because you're not w... More..
Sports & Recreation > Biking Fuel for cycling success: Eating right for a better ride: 1 of 4
As a cross country bicyclist, I average about six hours of riding each day, five days a week. I've tested the limits of what my body is capable of and encourage you to learn from my experience. Failure to nourish yourself properly while exercising strenuously can lead to "bonking," as cyclists refer to hypoglycemia. You don'... More..
Sports & Recreation > Biking The cyclists' toolbox: What to have, and how to use it: 3 of 11
I've known cyclists who don't want any extra weight on the bike. A seat pack with a cell phone and a credit card is all some riders carry, no matter how long the tour. On the other hand, I've known cyclists who can completely disassemble and rebuild any bike from the frame up with the kit they routinely carry any time they l... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Energy Issues Is the ethanol boom about to bust?: 4 of 14
Ethanol can be a sensible alternative to petroleum. Brazil is producing ethanol from sugar cane and has greatly reduced their dependency on oil as we begin to use up the second half of oil on the planet. This has been a good move for them. Ironically, the US' ethanol projects have been much less sensible. Ethanol in the USA ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Politics in the Middle & Near East Will the current peace process in the Middle East yield lasting results?: 16 of 50
What hope can we hold for peace in the Middle East? Assuming the US withdraws from Iraq and Afghanistan, is there any reason to believe the 60 year old struggle between Israel & Palestine can be resolved? I believe there is hope, but if we keep trying what we've always tried, we'll keep getting what we've always gotten. The ... More..
Home & Garden > Vegetables & Herbs Permaculture basics: Zones: 1 of 3
What do you imagine it would be like to live in Eden? Would you be able to pick your food and eat it as you strolled through the garden? That is the vision permaculture reaches toward. Permaculture means designing human-friendly sustainable ecosystems. Permaculturists work with nature rather than against it. Their approach i... More..