Today is Memorial Day, when we honor the sacrifices of armed forces members past and present. They deserve our due respect and recognition on such an important day. But Memorial Day also means much for each of us citizens. After all, we make the decisions - however wise - to send the armed forces to places across the globe. Iraq and Afghanistan are not merely distant campaigns in another continent, but issues very much political and civil. That is why each of us need to re-examine ourselves to make sure the armed forces and the victims of wars have not died in vain.
I recently read a book about the legal profession and the authors' three virtues for the next generation of lawyers: competency, responsiveness, and honesty. Responsiveness should for a virtue for all of us, whether or not we aspire to be or are lawyers. It means keeping informed of the world and engaging actively to solve the world's problems. For each of us, it may be a tall order. In particular, the world's problems seem more immense than ever: the acrimonious politics before the midterm elections, the BP oil spill, impending conflict on the Korean peninsula, the European financial crisis, continuing skirmishes in the Palestine, tensions over immigration policy and the gargantuan problem of climate change are among the few. These problems will not go away, nor should each of us entrust them to politicians and experts. It is up of each of us to contribute our part to understanding the problems and providing solutions.
Thus, resolve to 1) educate ourselves through a critical spectrum about the problems that befall us and 2) evaluate and effect solutions that are wise for public policy and practicable through our individual means. Those who sacrificed for our freedoms demand no less from each of us.
10:00 - Floral Park parade and ceremony
12:30 - Garden City fair and concert
Monday 31 May 2010
Wednesday 26 May 2010
Privacy in the digital age
Maybe Griswold was ruled just in the nick of time. In 1965, the Supreme Court first ruled that there exists a constitutional right to privacy (in that particular case, marital privacy to use contraceptives). That right is commonly and rightfully assumed in our culture. Now, more than ever, privacy is needed as the Internet and digital technology breaks traditional barriers. I recently read about Facebook's long history with privacy intrusions. Indeed, it is quite befuddling to tackle the privacy controls on Facebook - I tried but still cannot master it. Likewise, Google's collection of users' data for its satellite maps is also troubling. Sure, we appreciate the useful Google Apps but would prefer that our cars and pools remain off limits to remote public eyes.
Facebook and Google are just the biggest players. Granted, we are not Britain where public surveillance exists to an uncomfortable degree (thank goodness Labour's ID cards scheme has been scrapped by the coalition). Nonetheless, a sizable number of Americans are worried about big government and corporations looking over their shoulders. Technology plays a dual role: it liberates us to do new things but also breaks barriers that once protected private actions from public scrutiny. We are no longer sure. In fact, we are insecure about the privacy and sanctity of the home, an interest long protected by common law. Computer viruses pop up unexpectedly. Telemarketers continue to call. One paper not shredded may result in identity theft. Sometimes, this makes me (and likely others) want to board a raft and flee for an atoll.
Facebook and Google are just the biggest players. Granted, we are not Britain where public surveillance exists to an uncomfortable degree (thank goodness Labour's ID cards scheme has been scrapped by the coalition). Nonetheless, a sizable number of Americans are worried about big government and corporations looking over their shoulders. Technology plays a dual role: it liberates us to do new things but also breaks barriers that once protected private actions from public scrutiny. We are no longer sure. In fact, we are insecure about the privacy and sanctity of the home, an interest long protected by common law. Computer viruses pop up unexpectedly. Telemarketers continue to call. One paper not shredded may result in identity theft. Sometimes, this makes me (and likely others) want to board a raft and flee for an atoll.
Sunday 23 May 2010
Today's Boston Globe articles
1. Boston Sports: http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/05/23/celtics_run_has_fans_shopping_for_everything_green/
Winning generates fans, obviously. The contrasting fortunes of Boston's Celtics and Red Sox is a blessing: it shows the true, loyal fans from the bandwagon ones.
2. College Education: http://www.boston.com/news/nation/articles/2010/05/23/educators_push_a_college_alternative/
I agree: college education is not cost effective: the value is not worth the cost. Creating vocational alternatives should help students who cannot afford or are unsuited for college.
3. European Social Policy: http://www.boston.com/news/world/europe/articles/2010/05/23/deficit_threatens_european_lifestyle/
It's about time to wake up Europe. While I do not advocate for America's cutthroat individualistic capitalism, Europe should examine their social welfare model and cut out unnecessary programs.
4. Chinese Jargon: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/editorials/articles/2010/05/23/jargon_from_mao_to_mba_speak/
Discard the old communist jargon. Do not look at ancient literature either. Use language that is current and practical. Looking backwards will be fatal - something many Chinese do not get.
5. Climate Regulation: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/editorials/articles/2010/05/23/preserve_epas_right_to_regulate/
I agree: the EPA must retain its ability to regulate greenhouse gases, something quite patent from the Clear Air Act.
6. Urban Horticulture: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/ideas/articles/2010/05/23/this_is_not_a_weed/
A useful and insightful perspective. Many commonly-assumed weeds serve important roles in urban ecosystems. Horticulturalists and botanists should study them for beneficial effects, and I hope, the public will catch up.
7. Monarchy and Democracy: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/ideas/articles/2010/05/23/saved_by_the_crown/
I'm unconvinced, and still baffled: what substantive benefits do monarchies offer democracies? It seems to me that royal powers are largely ceremonial and only appear to have effect because elected leaders permit them.
8. Terry Francona: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/magazine/articles/2010/05/23/the_calmest_man_in_the_clubhouse/
Much bravo to Terry Francona, whose job is as hard as Barack Obama's (ok, maybe a bit less exaggerated). I never knew he coached Michael Jordan in the 1990s!
9. Mt. Auburn Cemetery: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/magazine/articles/2010/05/23/done_deal/
I visited Mt. Auburn in summer of 2007, and still hope to revisit. I recommend anyone in Boston for a while to stop by and enjoy walking through its history.
10. Islam and West Relations: http://www.boston.com/ae/books/articles/2010/05/23/my_anticommunist_friend_my_islamic_enemy/
A sound and convincing argument (including support for the ancient axiom). The West is just starting to realize the effects of their previous political alliances with many Islamic militants.
Winning generates fans, obviously. The contrasting fortunes of Boston's Celtics and Red Sox is a blessing: it shows the true, loyal fans from the bandwagon ones.
2. College Education: http://www.boston.com/news/nation/articles/2010/05/23/educators_push_a_college_alternative/
I agree: college education is not cost effective: the value is not worth the cost. Creating vocational alternatives should help students who cannot afford or are unsuited for college.
3. European Social Policy: http://www.boston.com/news/world/europe/articles/2010/05/23/deficit_threatens_european_lifestyle/
It's about time to wake up Europe. While I do not advocate for America's cutthroat individualistic capitalism, Europe should examine their social welfare model and cut out unnecessary programs.
4. Chinese Jargon: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/editorials/articles/2010/05/23/jargon_from_mao_to_mba_speak/
Discard the old communist jargon. Do not look at ancient literature either. Use language that is current and practical. Looking backwards will be fatal - something many Chinese do not get.
5. Climate Regulation: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/editorials/articles/2010/05/23/preserve_epas_right_to_regulate/
I agree: the EPA must retain its ability to regulate greenhouse gases, something quite patent from the Clear Air Act.
6. Urban Horticulture: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/ideas/articles/2010/05/23/this_is_not_a_weed/
A useful and insightful perspective. Many commonly-assumed weeds serve important roles in urban ecosystems. Horticulturalists and botanists should study them for beneficial effects, and I hope, the public will catch up.
7. Monarchy and Democracy: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/ideas/articles/2010/05/23/saved_by_the_crown/
I'm unconvinced, and still baffled: what substantive benefits do monarchies offer democracies? It seems to me that royal powers are largely ceremonial and only appear to have effect because elected leaders permit them.
8. Terry Francona: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/magazine/articles/2010/05/23/the_calmest_man_in_the_clubhouse/
Much bravo to Terry Francona, whose job is as hard as Barack Obama's (ok, maybe a bit less exaggerated). I never knew he coached Michael Jordan in the 1990s!
9. Mt. Auburn Cemetery: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/magazine/articles/2010/05/23/done_deal/
I visited Mt. Auburn in summer of 2007, and still hope to revisit. I recommend anyone in Boston for a while to stop by and enjoy walking through its history.
10. Islam and West Relations: http://www.boston.com/ae/books/articles/2010/05/23/my_anticommunist_friend_my_islamic_enemy/
A sound and convincing argument (including support for the ancient axiom). The West is just starting to realize the effects of their previous political alliances with many Islamic militants.
Wednesday 19 May 2010
Elena Kagan may well disappoint liberals
More than a week after the announcement of Elena Kagan as an Associate Justice, the nation is still debating and searching for clues about her judicial philosophy. Truth is, there are few such clues. If a page of history is worth a volume of logic (O.W. Holmes), then Kagan belies the rule. Her long and distinguished legal career reveals little about her legal mind. Unsurprisingly, many have focused on her personal life and tenure as dean of Harvard Law School. Some conservatives are taking delight at examining on her sexual life and questioning her stance against military recruiters at Harvard. Liberals generally are more diligent in asking whether she will truly serving the left as a Justice. I believe they likely will be disappointed.
Contrasting Kagan with her outgoing predecessor, the venerable John Paul Stevens, I find the former a consensus builder whereas the latter a greater dissenter. Stevens has led the left wing of the Supreme Court through a mixture of intellect, experience and will. Often, he has written forceful dissents against conservative opinions such as Heller and Citizens United. While he has tried to marshal other Justices to his views and build consensus with the right wing, Stevens nonetheless is apt to dissent when necessary. On the other hand, Kagan is a foremost consensus builder on a divided and conservative-leaning Court. Her academic hirings at Harvard and term as Solicitor General demonstrate her willingness to reach across boundaries, but will she continue to do so when it gets tough in the Supreme Court and the right wing refuses to budge? Will she command the respect that Stevens does, even years into her tenure? I do not see it happening as much. She may well, in building consensus, concur or reluctantly agree with the conservative Justices.
All that may be moot if Kagan turns out not liberal-leaning at all. I can infer little about her judicial leanings from her previous legal work. Her support for gay rights such as same-sex marriage is the most salient liberal bend, and many will expect her to uphold such rights as a Justice. On the other hand, she has supported strong executive power including warrantless wiretaps and holding enemy combatants without charge. Finally, Kagan preaches judicial restraint and non-activism. That news is a mixed blessing: she will defer to the political branches on constitutional questions regarding health care reform and financial regulation (good for liberals) but will also hesitate to use the courts to advance substantive rights. Overall, I see Kagan as a centrist instead of a liberal. Of course, any new Supreme Court Justice may swing either way and we won't know until a few years out, but given Kagan's consensus leanings and scanty judicial philosophy, liberals should not get too excited.
Contrasting Kagan with her outgoing predecessor, the venerable John Paul Stevens, I find the former a consensus builder whereas the latter a greater dissenter. Stevens has led the left wing of the Supreme Court through a mixture of intellect, experience and will. Often, he has written forceful dissents against conservative opinions such as Heller and Citizens United. While he has tried to marshal other Justices to his views and build consensus with the right wing, Stevens nonetheless is apt to dissent when necessary. On the other hand, Kagan is a foremost consensus builder on a divided and conservative-leaning Court. Her academic hirings at Harvard and term as Solicitor General demonstrate her willingness to reach across boundaries, but will she continue to do so when it gets tough in the Supreme Court and the right wing refuses to budge? Will she command the respect that Stevens does, even years into her tenure? I do not see it happening as much. She may well, in building consensus, concur or reluctantly agree with the conservative Justices.
All that may be moot if Kagan turns out not liberal-leaning at all. I can infer little about her judicial leanings from her previous legal work. Her support for gay rights such as same-sex marriage is the most salient liberal bend, and many will expect her to uphold such rights as a Justice. On the other hand, she has supported strong executive power including warrantless wiretaps and holding enemy combatants without charge. Finally, Kagan preaches judicial restraint and non-activism. That news is a mixed blessing: she will defer to the political branches on constitutional questions regarding health care reform and financial regulation (good for liberals) but will also hesitate to use the courts to advance substantive rights. Overall, I see Kagan as a centrist instead of a liberal. Of course, any new Supreme Court Justice may swing either way and we won't know until a few years out, but given Kagan's consensus leanings and scanty judicial philosophy, liberals should not get too excited.
Sunday 16 May 2010
Today's Boston Globe articles
1. Arizona Immigration Law: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/editorials/articles/2010/05/16/to_protest_ariz_law_baseball_should_move_all_star_game/
A commendable option by MLB against an unpopular law. Removing the All Star Game will have a greater impact on the state and its economy than any other single boycott.
2. Schools and Religion: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/oped/articles/2010/05/16/liberal_grit_in_the_fight_for_school_choice/
I agree: supporting vouchers is the right position, and their effect in fostering religion is at most incidental. The Supreme Court ruled correctly in Zelman.
3. Kagan Nomination: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/oped/articles/2010/05/16/the_effort_to_out_kagan/
Yes, let's forget about whether Kagan is possibly a homosexual. It's more important, and certainly a hefty task, figuring out her judicial philosophy.
4. Business Ethics: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/ideas/articles/2010/05/16/executive_honor/
Business managers need to realize that they need to balance competing interests, and profit should not be the only end. This oath may be helpful and should be tried in more business schools.
A commendable option by MLB against an unpopular law. Removing the All Star Game will have a greater impact on the state and its economy than any other single boycott.
2. Schools and Religion: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/oped/articles/2010/05/16/liberal_grit_in_the_fight_for_school_choice/
I agree: supporting vouchers is the right position, and their effect in fostering religion is at most incidental. The Supreme Court ruled correctly in Zelman.
3. Kagan Nomination: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/oped/articles/2010/05/16/the_effort_to_out_kagan/
Yes, let's forget about whether Kagan is possibly a homosexual. It's more important, and certainly a hefty task, figuring out her judicial philosophy.
4. Business Ethics: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/ideas/articles/2010/05/16/executive_honor/
Business managers need to realize that they need to balance competing interests, and profit should not be the only end. This oath may be helpful and should be tried in more business schools.
Wednesday 12 May 2010
Tory-Lib Dem Coalition - Unified Policy, Disunited Politics
The new British government with David Cameron as PM and Nick Clegg as deputy promises to revolutionize many aspects of British policy. Starting with the economy, the coalition will start immediate budget cuts to reduce Britain's bloated deficit. It certainly is laudable, although the substantial cuts may dent Britain's fragile recovery. The proposed banking and tax proposals underscored the areas where the two parties agree. On immigration and relations with Europe, the Tories won and will implement stronger controls and more distancing from the EU. On the other hand, the Lib Dems won concessions on education and political reform. Clegg, in fact, will be heading efforts for constitutional reform. Overall, I think both parties got much from compromising on the new government's policy. I had expected the policy disagreements to last much longer.
Nonetheless, the new government remains politically brittle. Many Conservatives remain unhappy with Cameron's election campaign and some of the compromises he had to give to the Liberal Democrats. Likewise, Clegg faces some discontent among his supporters, many of whom find an alliance with the Tories unsavoury. New rules are in place to keep the coalition together through potential political crises but I have many doubts on how long it will last. Five years, supposedly but could well be fewer. Lest we forget, Labour will form a vocal and still strong opposition with both Houses. Maybe the ghost of Gordon Brown will still have its comeuppance.
Nonetheless, the new government remains politically brittle. Many Conservatives remain unhappy with Cameron's election campaign and some of the compromises he had to give to the Liberal Democrats. Likewise, Clegg faces some discontent among his supporters, many of whom find an alliance with the Tories unsavoury. New rules are in place to keep the coalition together through potential political crises but I have many doubts on how long it will last. Five years, supposedly but could well be fewer. Lest we forget, Labour will form a vocal and still strong opposition with both Houses. Maybe the ghost of Gordon Brown will still have its comeuppance.
Sunday 9 May 2010
Today's Boston Globe articles
1. Greek Debt Crisis: http://www.boston.com/news/nation/articles/2010/05/09/greek_economic_crisis_brings_pangs_of_worry_around_world/
This crisis is serious, and can threaten the global economic recovery. Let's hope that Europe reacts fast, and do hold political reservations.
2. British Election: http://www.boston.com/news/world/europe/articles/2010/05/09/coalition_talks_resume_in_britain/
A coalition will be long in the making: the Lib Dems and Tories have too many differences and points of disagreement. But somehow they need to work something out.
3. Cell Phone Traffic Law: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/editorials/articles/2010/05/09/massachusetts_should_ban_all_cellphone_use_while_driving/
I agree - cell phone use while driving should be banned regardless of age, and enforced.
4. Arizona Immigration Law: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/oped/articles/2010/05/09/law_and_disorder/
Generally I agree with the author and oppose the bill. But anti-immigration advocates are right in opposing immigrants who come into America through illegal means, not because they are illegal human beings. With the uncertainty over jobs and domestic industries, immigration is a rightful issue.
5. Water Crisis: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/oped/articles/2010/05/08/7_things_the_water_crisis_taught_me/
Save water everyone. Let's not wait until water crises to conserve.
6. Private Education: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/ideas/articles/2010/05/09/class_difference/
A delightful idea but I wonder how they raise enough funds on such low prices. It seems this model depends much on government and entrepreneurial funding, which controls the strings.
7. Bicycling Traffic Law: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/magazine/articles/2010/05/09/what_cyclists_neglect/
I agree: all road users must exercise due care. Cyclists reasonably should know the dangers from cars and the dangers bicyclists pose to others too. They cannot be excused just because they are smaller than automobiles.
This crisis is serious, and can threaten the global economic recovery. Let's hope that Europe reacts fast, and do hold political reservations.
2. British Election: http://www.boston.com/news/world/europe/articles/2010/05/09/coalition_talks_resume_in_britain/
A coalition will be long in the making: the Lib Dems and Tories have too many differences and points of disagreement. But somehow they need to work something out.
3. Cell Phone Traffic Law: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/editorials/articles/2010/05/09/massachusetts_should_ban_all_cellphone_use_while_driving/
I agree - cell phone use while driving should be banned regardless of age, and enforced.
4. Arizona Immigration Law: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/oped/articles/2010/05/09/law_and_disorder/
Generally I agree with the author and oppose the bill. But anti-immigration advocates are right in opposing immigrants who come into America through illegal means, not because they are illegal human beings. With the uncertainty over jobs and domestic industries, immigration is a rightful issue.
5. Water Crisis: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/oped/articles/2010/05/08/7_things_the_water_crisis_taught_me/
Save water everyone. Let's not wait until water crises to conserve.
6. Private Education: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/ideas/articles/2010/05/09/class_difference/
A delightful idea but I wonder how they raise enough funds on such low prices. It seems this model depends much on government and entrepreneurial funding, which controls the strings.
7. Bicycling Traffic Law: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/magazine/articles/2010/05/09/what_cyclists_neglect/
I agree: all road users must exercise due care. Cyclists reasonably should know the dangers from cars and the dangers bicyclists pose to others too. They cannot be excused just because they are smaller than automobiles.
Wednesday 5 May 2010
British election should be an easy call
Tomorrow, Britons will vote for a new government. By all accounts, the Tories will return to power after more than a decade of Labour. This election is easier to call than the U.S. election in 2008. Similarities are overwhelming: an unpopular incumbent/party, an economy in the doldrums, calls for change or new directions in domestic and foreign policy. Gordon Brown will not because almost nobody likes him, and everyone sees him as an ineffective leader. Nick Clegg, the Liberal Democrat, has made this election interesting and may cause some swing or surprise results. Nonetheless, Cameron has had a steady campaign with a palatable platform that addresses Britons' key worries: the economy and jobs. Some claim that Liberal Democrats and Labour votes will team up just to deprive the Conservatives of victory, but I do not see it happening. The only question is how big (or small) of a parliamentary majority the Tories will enjoy after the election.
Britons rightfully demand more from Parliament, especially after years of corruption among many MPs. A hung parliament, where no party enjoys a sizable majority, is a distinct possibility. I think it might be a good thing. A hung parliament may encourage parties to compromise and will put more pressure and accountability on individual MPs. Britain, like America in 2008, seriously needs change and reform in the economy, NHS and relations with Europe. I do not find the Conservatives' platform too enticing, nor do I find it unwholesome. What Britain needs is a government committed to tackling its many problems and fostering long term economic growth. The Conservatives look like a good bet. We'll see how they turn out in five years.
Britons rightfully demand more from Parliament, especially after years of corruption among many MPs. A hung parliament, where no party enjoys a sizable majority, is a distinct possibility. I think it might be a good thing. A hung parliament may encourage parties to compromise and will put more pressure and accountability on individual MPs. Britain, like America in 2008, seriously needs change and reform in the economy, NHS and relations with Europe. I do not find the Conservatives' platform too enticing, nor do I find it unwholesome. What Britain needs is a government committed to tackling its many problems and fostering long term economic growth. The Conservatives look like a good bet. We'll see how they turn out in five years.
Sunday 2 May 2010
Today's Boston Globe articles
1. Arizona Immigration Law: http://www.boston.com/news/nation/articles/2010/05/02/ariz_immigration_law_spurs_protesters/
I join the protesters in opposing the bill, which is arbitrary and capricious, and unfair. It will be struck down as unconstitutional, if not repealed sooner.
2. Offshore Drilling Disaster: http://www.boston.com/news/science/articles/2010/05/02/climate_bill_caught_in_fallout/
I oppose expanded offshore drilling, especially with inadequate safety regulations and oversight from OSHA and other agencies. The benefits do not justify the enormous costs from oil spill accidents.
3. First Amendment Rights: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/oped/articles/2010/05/02/signing_on_the_line_is_a_public_act/
I disagree: freedom of speech includes the freedom to be silent. Organizations and individuals should have the right to voice their support for certain issues and propositions anonymously.
4. Social Communication: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/oped/articles/2010/05/02/when_youre_only_text_friends/
Yes, guys. Let's chat face to face. Enough with the endless txts.
5. History of Islam: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/ideas/articles/2010/05/02/islams_beginnings/
I would like to read this book. Historical evidence does support the ecumenical nature of Islam and the other monotheistic religions. Maybe from history they can mend their current differences.
6. New England States: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/ideas/articles/2010/05/02/altered_states/
A fun read. I still wonder whether Massachusetts's shape is some pre-ordained abstract art.
7. Entrepreneurship Education: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/magazine/articles/2010/05/02/me_inc/
Very true. Entrepreneurship is a crucial skill for all fields, and something to be encouraged in high school and college. Selling lemonade even makes a good start, especially today.
I join the protesters in opposing the bill, which is arbitrary and capricious, and unfair. It will be struck down as unconstitutional, if not repealed sooner.
2. Offshore Drilling Disaster: http://www.boston.com/news/science/articles/2010/05/02/climate_bill_caught_in_fallout/
I oppose expanded offshore drilling, especially with inadequate safety regulations and oversight from OSHA and other agencies. The benefits do not justify the enormous costs from oil spill accidents.
3. First Amendment Rights: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/oped/articles/2010/05/02/signing_on_the_line_is_a_public_act/
I disagree: freedom of speech includes the freedom to be silent. Organizations and individuals should have the right to voice their support for certain issues and propositions anonymously.
4. Social Communication: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/oped/articles/2010/05/02/when_youre_only_text_friends/
Yes, guys. Let's chat face to face. Enough with the endless txts.
5. History of Islam: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/ideas/articles/2010/05/02/islams_beginnings/
I would like to read this book. Historical evidence does support the ecumenical nature of Islam and the other monotheistic religions. Maybe from history they can mend their current differences.
6. New England States: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/ideas/articles/2010/05/02/altered_states/
A fun read. I still wonder whether Massachusetts's shape is some pre-ordained abstract art.
7. Entrepreneurship Education: http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/magazine/articles/2010/05/02/me_inc/
Very true. Entrepreneurship is a crucial skill for all fields, and something to be encouraged in high school and college. Selling lemonade even makes a good start, especially today.
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