Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Friday PSTSS: "Summertime Blues"
Poignant and incisive, "Summertime Blues" addresses one of the pressing issues of our age: horny kids, bored during summer vacation. Enjoy the ne plus ultra of covers, courtesy of Hanson.
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
My Mission, Twenty Years On
Monday, June 9, 2008
On Red Tories and Libertarians
Thursday, June 5, 2008
The Future of Communitarianism and (or in) Quebec
A lot of French-Canadians in Quebec are xenophobic, so the government paid a philosopher and sociologist to think about that. (This is a model for how all governments should handle problems.)
I will list some key observations in their report.
1) If the French-Canadians aren't going to get off their asses and reproduce, they had better get used to immigration.
2) Since French-Canadians are still the majority in Quebec, they should insist that French be the official language for all their new neighbors. This approach is referred to as "interculturalism," as opposed to "multiculturalism." (In the US, it would be referred to as nativism, chauvinism, and/or bigotry.)
3) Quebec should be officially secular. Religious culture clashes should be resolved informally, rather than through legislation or litigation. (Young siblings should also work things out non-violently on their own, without running to their parents for resolution.)
This is a monumental study that should be (but will not be) read by everyone.
I will list some key observations in their report.
1) If the French-Canadians aren't going to get off their asses and reproduce, they had better get used to immigration.
2) Since French-Canadians are still the majority in Quebec, they should insist that French be the official language for all their new neighbors. This approach is referred to as "interculturalism," as opposed to "multiculturalism." (In the US, it would be referred to as nativism, chauvinism, and/or bigotry.)
3) Quebec should be officially secular. Religious culture clashes should be resolved informally, rather than through legislation or litigation. (Young siblings should also work things out non-violently on their own, without running to their parents for resolution.)
This is a monumental study that should be (but will not be) read by everyone.
Thursday, May 29, 2008
Blasts from the Past
Yesterday I learned that someone I barely knew twenty years ago died two years ago. Actually, I first heard of his death last year. Instead of belatedly dwelling on the sadness of his passing, I will reminisce about my college escapades (i.e., ska and a cap concerts, war protests, student newspapers), then leave you with links to three old posts from yours truly (and a favorite song of the deceased).
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
Presidents on Film: A Bleg
I've asked for help with my lesson plans before (see superfluous link #1, superfluous link #2). I'm doing it again. What movies can I use for my workshop on the presidency?
Friday, May 23, 2008
Friday PSTSS: "Birdhouse in Your Soul"
They Might Be Giants might be widely recognized--by those who recognize them--as a dated novelty act. I do not recognize that. Watch the video for "Birdhouse in Your Soul" and see how wrong the majority can be.
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