To flourish the welfare state requires favorable economics and demographics: rapid economic growth to pay for social benefits; and young populations to support the old. Both economics and demographics (in the US) have moved adversely. The paradox is that the welfare state, designed to improve security and dampen social conflict, now looms as an engine for insecurity, … [Read more...] about The Welfare State’s Reckoning
The Weight of Walmart
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Having Lunch With Dad
Isn't it wonderful spending time with my dad at Seabright Brewery today this is dictated from my iPhone. … [Read more...] about Having Lunch With Dad
Push of a button and tap of the finger
I am declaring that life after today will never be the same. I say this because I am writing this on my iPhone. In fact the last sentence I dictated to my iPhone and it did a pretty good job. My daughter is taking a bath and although it would seem as I am ignoring her I am actually sitting here with her and we're having a fun time. When I was a kid I dreamt of such technology, … [Read more...] about Push of a button and tap of the finger
What is Fate?
I am not sure what to write about tonight, I just feel like writing. It has been a good week. You know what actually it has been a great week. I love it when family is around. I feel like I am in one of those very positive TV sitcoms like the Cosby show where the generations come together to laugh and play and soak up the love that only the presence of family can bring. No … [Read more...] about What is Fate?