Author Archives: MN Gordon
Falling Off the Hunger Cliff
The October edition of Smithsonian magazine tells us that “With five simple words in the Declaration of Independence – ‘all men are created equal’ – Thomas Jefferson undid Aristotle’s ancient formula, which had governed human affairs until 1776: ‘From the … Continue reading
Present Conditions and Negative Outcomes
There are certain things in life a reasonable person knows they should not do. These are things so obvious, evident, and elementary they do not require learning. They go without question. They don’t have to be tested for confirmation or … Continue reading
What You Are Up Against
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported last Friday that consumer prices increased 0.6 percent in August. Over the last 12 months, according to the BLS, consumer prices increased 1.7 percent. Nonetheless, if you’ve paid bills or bought anything lately you … Continue reading
Helping the World Ruin Itself
“Iacta alea est.” – Suetonius to Julius Caesar, upon crossing the Rubicon, January 10, 49 BC Yielding to Political Will Yesterday brought forth new evidence that man, despite his better judgment, will nearly always yield to political will. Several months … Continue reading
