Quote of the Day
“Are you still waiting for God to answer [your prayers], or is your life the answer you have been seeking, hiding in plain view?”
—–Barbara Brown Taylor, An Alter in the World (2009)Read More »Quote of the Day
October 2015
International Herbert Marcuse Society Conference
I am very much looking forward to the International Herbert Marcuse Society conference at Salisbury University on November 12-15, 2015.
“Doing Liberation: Pedagogies of Praxis and Community Engagement” (Friday, November 13, 10:45am-12:00pm)Read More »International Herbert Marcuse Society Conference
College Students Are Feeling the Bern!
It’s gratifying to see young people getting involved in politics, but especially so given their strong support for Bernie Sanders, the most progressive candidate running for President. That combined with the fact that Bernie will be speaking at George Mason University, where I taught political theory for 12 years, is making me nostalgic.Read More »College Students Are Feeling the Bern!
Towards Non-Partisanship
I’ve been through tremendous personal change over the course of the last four years, including giving up my career, changing my religion, and trying my hand at partisan politics. I say “trying my hand” because I was not a party activist before moving to Delaware, and after the life-changing experiences of the last four years, I’ve decided to refocus my political energy on advancing the issues I care about and growing the progressive community, rather than trying to build “the party.”Read More »Towards Non-Partisanship
Life is Good!
This morning I just want to give thanks for the incredible community we have here in the Rehoboth area. We had an incredible weekend with friends old and new. Read More »Life is Good!
Joe Biden on “Human dignity”
I … believe we need to keep moving forward in the arc of this nation toward justice: the rights of the LGBT community, immigration reform, equal… Read More »Joe Biden on “Human dignity”
The Limitations of Markell’s Political & Economic Vision
As soon as Vice President Joe Biden announced his decision not to run for President, Gov. Markell endorsed Hillary Clinton. I’d like to respond briefly to the rationale offered by the Governor.Read More »The Limitations of Markell’s Political & Economic Vision
Press Release from Coalition for Budget Justice
Delaware Legislators To Address Budget Crisis and Long-Term Solutions
On November 3, the Coalition for Budget Justice will sponsor the “Delaware Budget Forum: A Progressive View for Moving Forward” at the Lewes Public Library, 111 Adams Ave., beginning at 5:30. The forum features three of the six progressive Democrats who voted against the budget deal negotiated at the end of June, including Rep. Paul Baumbach, Rep. John Kowalko, and Rep. Sean Lynn.Read More »Press Release from Coalition for Budget Justice
Would Americans Elect a “Socialist”?
A lot of people believe that Bernie Sanders cannot get elected because he identifies as a “democratic socialist.” Last night I heard John Nichols argue that before Reagan got elected, many people thought he was too extreme to win. I found that argument persuasive. People’s views change over time, and the political center shifts.Read More »Would Americans Elect a “Socialist”?
Budget Forum: Let All Voices Be Heard
There are (at least) two sides to every story, and when it comes to the recent budget deal, multiple voices need to be heard. Why did six progressive Democrats vote against the deal and what do they think we should do going forward?Read More »Budget Forum: Let All Voices Be Heard