Category: thought

Interesting insights of an American politico in Europe.

Looks like President Obama signed this bill today so it is law. Lots of protection for credit card using consumers here.

The banks, I’m sure, are pissed.

“The so-called Sunni Awakening, in which American forces formed tactical alliances with local sheikhs, has been credited with dampening the insurgency in much of Iraq. But new evidence suggests that the Sunnis were offering the same deal as early as 2004—one that was eagerly embraced by commanders on the ground, but rejected out of hand at the highest levels of the Bush administration.”

A good notebook can save almost any ass.

I think Gruber has it nailed.

Today’s obsession with urban planning continues. In this article, a good argument is made for turning to our immigrant communities to help revitalize fallen neighborhoods.

There are so many excellent points made here. It also makes me reflect on how lucky I am to live where I do, We have a great co-op grocery, bread store, wine shop, restaurants and retail all withing easy walking distance. Even the big box stores are a less than 5 minute drive away.

Please be sure to read the followup, Walking Neighborhoods, as well.