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Political activist living on Vashon Island in the state of Washington. Former Chair of Green Party of Washington State (GPoWS); member of Green Party Peace Network; member of StandUp! Seattle; and Jewish peace activist supporting a one-state solution.
(1 comments) SHARE Monday, April 13, 2009 AIR TRAVEL AND ITS IMPACT ON CLIMATE CHANGE
Many may not realize the impact their air travel has on the environment. Studies clearly show the environmental damage caused by aircraft. For example, research by Friends of the Earth found that carbon dioxide generated by a single, round-trip London to Miami flight was equal to one year of automobile driving by the average British motorist.
(1 comments) SHARE Wednesday, March 25, 2009 Financial Crisis: What Democrats Fail to Mention
The current financial crisis lies not just at the feet of the Bush administration or Reaganomics. Democrats have also played a role. The repeal of the Glass-Steagall Act of 1933 occurred during Clinton's second term, backed by the House and Senate, and is said to be a major contributing factor to the financial crisis facing Americans.
SHARE Friday, May 22, 2009 Citizen Politics
It is time for the progressive movement to get behind citizen politicians within its own ranks. It must flex its muscle and be willing to put its vote where its mouth is and no longer vote out of fear for Democratic party candidates.