the anti-intellectual fever....

This article displays the roots and reasons why we praise ignorance while disdaining intelligence. It has been around for centuries, and now has reared its ugly head again. We must resist this urge to lower ourselves to the level of these cretins and defend intelligence, science, and reason. Posted on Dreamwidth

time to recognize Palestine

The time has come for a two state solution, for a Palestine to again appear on the map of the world and an end to the tyranny and repression of Israel. The United States, being a nation with the largest percentage of people of the Jewish faith outside of Israel has always favored Israel, even in times when Israel has committed numerous violations of human rights accords and international law. It is time for the United States to accept the facts that Israel stole the land they occupy from the Palestinian people and lift the yoke of slavery and bondage imposed by Isreal from their people.  Posted on Dreamwidth

Sitting in Higher Grounds..

Right now enjoying a coffee at Higher Grounds, my preferred hangout in Idyllwild. Just did a shakedown cruise on my 'new' single speed mountain bike. I finally found something to do with my old K2 Zed 3.0. I also was playing with my video cam, so a video may follow. I think I have found my ideal mount for the camera, it now works with my chest mount, yes, I mount the camera on my chest with a mounting kit and harness. The view is different (you'll see). Well the coffee tastes good but time to hit the road. Posted on Dreamwidth