Archive for Month: February 2024

“These are the times that try men’s souls.”  Thomas Paine “The science of psychology has been far more successful on the negative side than on the positive side . . . It has revealed to us much about human shortcomings, illnesses, and sins, but little about human potentialities, virtues, aspirations, or health.”  Abraham Maslow “We cannot seek achievement for ourselves and forget about progress and prosperity for our community.  Our ambitions must be broad enough Read More

“Without reflection, we go blindly on our way, creating more unintended consequences, and failing to achieve anything useful.”  Margaret Wheatley “By three methods, we may learn wisdom: first, by reflection, which noblest; second, by imitation, which is easiest; and third, by experience, which is the bitterest.”  Confucius “Research is formalized curiosity.  It is poking and prying with a purpose.”  Zora Neale Hurston “It is a good morning exercise for a research scientist to discard a Read More

In this post, I’m going to make the case for higher taxes.  Yes, very popular subject.  At the end, I will share what my 12 year old grandkids have to say—ahh, from the mouths of children.  The case for raising taxes encompasses concerns for social justice, economic stability, and environmental sustainability.  When governments implement progressive tax policies, they are able to reduce income inequality, fund essential public services, confront global challenges, and invest in natural Read More

Sometimes I feel like a pundit without pedigree or platform.  I guess that makes me a lonely voice in the wilderness.  I often wonder about how many people actually read this blog, but I’m less concerned about broadening my reach than deepening my connection with the people I care about.  To make myself vulnerable by openly communicating my thoughts and feelings.  To invite meaningful conversation.  Writing not only helps me clarify my own thoughts, but Read More