: About Me

 I reside in Florida where I wait for retirement. (Still 10-15 years away.)

A native New Englander who has a Northern state of mind in heart and soul. I enjoy scribbling mostly about political, spiritual, or foreign affairs-mostly to try to get a rise out of people or to promote meaningful debate. The writing is for enjoyment.

I try not to take myself too seriously although I take matters that affect my fellow earth mates and the world adversely VERY seriously.

I have worked in social services (surprise..surprise) for nearly 25 years. I also enjoy fitness,good diet, and health. I try to meditate several times per week and have friends who are Buddhist Monks.

My passion is ...

Changng the way America conducts itself on the global stage.

I know too much about ...

The failures of Democrats in conducting useful change.

My parents always told me ...

Not much.

My childhood ambition ...

Was to be the next Pistol Pete Maravich

My favorite memory ...

Last high school footbal game. Sad but true.

Why I write ...

To promote useful debate or to help in matters of recovery or philosophy.

What I am reading/watching/listening to ...

Man Gone Down/Baseball/Pearl Jam

My first job ...

Dishwasher

My best moment ...

It no longer exists.

My inspiration ...

Buddhism

Politics, News & Issues > US Economy In what ways has the US become a corporatism?

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Is the United States a democracy? Or is it a republic? Most would agree with the republic model as it is a government of representatives who are elected to pass laws and legislation. The government responds to outside threats (real or perceived) and takes action as deemed appropriate. Again it isn't a democratic or popular vote that makes these decisions. It is two branches of government-the executive and congressional. By definition a representative Republic. Some would argue democratic in substance but republican in reality. That is what is intended. However, one may ...

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