Wednesday, December 31, 2008

Faith Based Initiatives


Even if Obama is not religious at all, he is very smart in forming social policy. His work as a community organizer taught him that faith based groups will always be working with those who are oppressed and embracing these groups will not only help those who are seeking the aid but also the government as well. This alone is not the answer but it is one step closer.

Crafting Policy Agenda, Obama Team Brings in Faith Groups

Perspective

David Brooks - Lost in the Crowd

We haven't heard from Mr. Brooks in a good while. Never forget individual free will within any preconceived determined situation.

Tuesday, December 30, 2008

MGMT - The Youth



I love this song and this homemade video is crazy.

Sunday, December 28, 2008

Who is Going to Heaven?


Who do you think is admitted to Heaven?

Heaven for the Godless?

Friday, December 26, 2008

Have a Happy, Happy, Happy, Happy Hanukkah!


Competing religions. American consumerism. Christmas vs. Hanukkah.

Are you ready to rumble?

The Invisible Hand of God.

Thursday, December 25, 2008

Development as Freedom


Profitability and justice are not mutually exclusive.


A Small Bank Juggles Its Roles.

Tuesday, December 23, 2008

Revolution in Economic Thinking?

Here is a little summary of where the study of economics has been and will be going. I think the article misses a few points of why we are in this mess but nonetheless it is worth a read.

Paradigm Lost