Wall Street Reform (or lack thereof) Update

Obama takin on Wall Street?
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America and the Crisis of Religion Part III: Why Evolution Matters

Well it's certainly been awhile since I've talked about religion, but I wanted to say something brief and vital.

The fact that 55% of American citizens believe evolution is a myth stands as testament to the state of judgement in this country. It seriously worries me when I see so many people refuse to accept the clear and overwhelming evidence of the Evolutionary process. This is not because denying evolution causes deep problems on it's own, rather it's what problems are arising from other delusions that simply must arise from this warped sense of what is real. When they look at the world, what is seen? How is news interpreted differently? What questions are being asked about the state of this nation and international community?

Refuting the legitimacy of evolution is like denying that it's raining outside when it indeed is raining. And if such circumstantial evidence is so easily cast aside by individuals due to superior religious beliefs, then what other facts of the world are being neglected? Probably some important ones.

This country needs to wise up... soon.

Important Vids: Obama and Economy

Sorry I've been away... this week has been hell. Please watch these videos on Obama and the economy... they are unique from all the other news I have seen, and frame all the goings on in a very interesting way.

Please share your thoughts. PS: None of these are actually as long as it says because there is a 3-4 commercial at the end of each. Enjoy.

Obama is a "liberal wolf in centrist clothing"?:







On ECONOMIC CRISIS:

Obama Must Lead the Fight on Climate Change

I've noticed that there has been very little coverage of climate change on the SkyeWire, which is odd because it is certainly the most significant impending disaster that the world faces--and we are not doing enough to stop it. There is a lot of talk about governments, politics and social issues on here, but I want to bring to light the climate issue with a somewhat disheartening article from the Guardian, which showcases a very interesting study.

The survey, "supported by groups including the World Bank, the United Nations Environment Programme and the Pew Centre for Global Climate Change, questioned 1,000 senior figures across governments, pressure groups and companies in 115 countries over the last few weeks." The results conclude that climate experts have lost a significant amount of faith in the effectiveness of alternative energy sources against climate change.

One answer to this perplexing dilemma: "As the climate crisis deepens they could be becoming less optimistic that individual technologies may be able to solve the problem" (Eric Whan). 44% of respondents also agreed that the economic crisis will significantly set back efforts to act on climate change.

The world is in agreement that something must be done--for the lives of a billion hang in the balance--but in this time of confusion, Barack Obama must set an ambitious path towards completely sustainable society, while also addressing the drastic economic situation--in fact, he ought to set the framework for a plan that will help solve both.

We need his charisma and his wit to not only lead the United States, but to bring all powerful nations into the fold for the "green" economy of the future. I am talking about a Green Revolution led by the United States and executed by the global economy. Scientists are losing hope ... it may already be too late according to many ... but we must not wait for the final proof ... we must change the way we live now, so that we may live another day.

Yes we must. Yes we can.

I believe in Barack Obama, and I hope you can too

Today I want to specifically speak to those voters who are undecided or who feel fearful of an Obama presidency.

First of all, I do not know what will happen if Barack Obama becomes the next President of the United States. I do not know what his agenda will become, and I cannot tell you how his administration will unfold. As I wait for the impending day of final decision, the anticipation is incredible--the butterflies are swarming. How will the next President be able to set a new course for America? Renew the economy. Improve our moral standing in the world. Ensure domestic and human rights. Civil Liberties and safety. Inspiration and hope. The American Dream.

The American people have a mountain to climb as we attempt to find our place in this 21st Century. We must come to accept the fact that we will not forever be the global superpower. Concessions will have to be made. The world is getting smaller, and we must adjust. How will will rally to convert our carbon-based economy into a renewable green one? How will we bring a hault to U.S. aggression in foreign lands? And how can we make these changes while still maintaining our strength as a nation?

It is clear to most that a new direction is necessary. I cannot promise that Barack Obama is the one, but I will attempt to put this into somewhat of a historical perspective. People keep saying that "this election is the most important election of any of our lives." Is this true? Perhaps it is. I tend to believe it is. The costs have never been higher. The economic crisis, the climate crisis, and the foreign policy crisis have come together to create a desperate climate. But as the great leaders of the past have told us time and time again during desperate times: fear not. And the man telling us to have courage happens to be a skinny black man named Barack Obama.

On November 4, 2008, the American people will make the decision, and will determine the next chapter in the Amercan Legacy. People will look back on that date as a turning point--for better or for worse. I ask you all to consider: who is the man most likely to take us safely into the future? What side of history will you be on when this is all over and done with? 

Americans are a conservative people, in general.  By this I do not characterize a political persuasion, but more of an unwillingness to change unless change is truly necessary.  92% of the American people believe the country is on the wrong track.  Ron Paul ran on the platform of the "anti-Empire" and sparked a Revolution.  People are angry and ashamed.  They know we have gone off-course.  We have the desire.  We have the drive.  The candidate we need may be in front of our very eyes.  

Now we must take the leap of faith.