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Politics, News & Issues > Political & Economic Theory Is government secrecy compatible with democracy?: 5 of 5
Let's remember what democracy means. "Government of, by, and for the people," as Lincoln put it. Now, how can the people be actively engaged in decisions they are not allowed to know about? I hold that government secrecy is completely antithetical to democracy. Especially since 1947 and the initiation of the Cold War (as wel... More..
Health & Fitness > Childhood Disorders An overview on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children: 5 of 5
There's nothing wrong with your child except the challenge to grow up healthy in a sick society. Prior generations and other cultures had another name for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. They called it "normal childhood behavior." Kids are fidgety and inattentive because they're not supposed to sit still and focus.... More..
Home & Garden > Vegetables & Herbs How to support a vegan diet with your own garden: 3 of 3
Look behind the plasticized packets of meat in your supermarket shelves to find an unhealthy industry. How many acres of GMO corn and soy are required to fatten the cattle in those smelly stockyards? How do chickens grow with clipped beaks and broken wings? How nutritious is eating an animal that wallows in excrement or is i... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Energy Issues Beyond cheap oil: Urban design to maximize energy conservation: 2 of 2
Odds are that you, my dear reader, are not an urban design planner. You may not even know one, but odds are also good that you have one, or maybe a whole department full, working for you through your local government. Odds are also good that they are under pressure to do a less than stellar job. You, as a concerned citizen, ... More..
Travel > Accommodation Tips & Advice How to get free accommodations during your trip: 2 of 2
Tired of paying through the nose for hotel and motel accommodations that aren't worth the price? If you're ready, you can determine that, as of today, you are done with that world and move into the ranks of travelers who stay outside of the travel industry. You'll be able to travel much more and see more fun details when you... More..