Climate Chronos

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Monday, September 18, 2017

Extend your Life and the Life of the Planet


Emma Brown wrote an article in The Washington Post (Sept. 2017) entitled “Cycling to work means better health and a longer life. Here’show to get started.” She not only provides new data regarding health and safety among cyclist, she reminds us of a vital, practical option to all able people who wish to create a greater impact on their personal lives against a hegemonic automobile culture that says you cannot live without a car.  

Dan Seifert, 58
Route: SE Harrisonburg to the outskirts of downtown, 8 miles round trip
Bike: 2016 Specialized AWOL

Tuesday, September 12, 2017

Reflection at Another "9/11"

While there remains a need to retell this story of trauma, there are those who need to lead us in the face of danger. I want to imagine a people who see a threat they can allay by the very way they live their lives.

  Below are links to two articles that reflect on the inner reality of where the U.S. has come since 9/11—looking for safety while an imminent threat to our national security is plundering the planet. 

Juan Cole in this article begs the question, was the American response really worth it? 

David Robeik reminds of or just how weak and the high price of collective fear.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2017, Adam Zyglis / Cagle Cartoons