“Then I’ll have to kill you.” Monday, August 28th, Grad student kills UNC Professor. I suppose folks will advocate BP vests in the classroom now. We have become a world of insanity and, it is getting worse. Be safe.
Thanks for this perfectly timed discussion on the state of our educational system Professor =] I am setting my reminder right now for fridays discussion so I don't accidently miss it. Here is me wishing the very best of luck to all educators and especially to the ones that share in the Lucid community, Break a Leg =] (agh, now Im wondering if break a leg will come across as a micro aggression. I will let it stand and resist self censorship. I come from a theatre family and we use it in the loving way in which it is intended)
I think I misused "micro-aggression" what I meant is that there is so much violent rhetoric being thrown around that I was afraid to be adding to it =]
Has anyone heard of a request made by the Indian Government to MIT for the names, details (contacts, lodging, dates), and research interests of anyone having recently traveled to India? I heard that MIT is complying due to tax & funding pressures.
I have to note that the many letters , talks, interviews , commentary here speak of accomplishments , ongoing progress and plans, putting others first and working towards betterment.
What I hear about the Republican Circus is wheel spinning , rev ruckus for their base, tactics of conquering and control, hatred, division ,bigotry ad infinitum.
Seems the American tax payer would be so sick of these representative banging the warning bells , coming up with no substance and based on nothing but THEIR philosophy ( plus still the lies).
What voter isn’t saying ‘I’m sick of this ‘ buffoonery , bluster , and bullshit . Doesn’t fly . Doesn’t provide alleged evidence...repeatedly. Overplays name calling , childish bully talk ...soooo boring.
Except to their base.
Bless their hearts...( WV saying)
And then there’s Biden out there telling accomplishments, goals, mostly of not even three years, respecting, smiling, forging ahead, as his staff works quietly towards yet more goal for all of us.
I am one of the many who believe their number dwindled, their base per se. As for the seduction , let it be the first flag seen . Hear me women of America ! Women in near every sector have become educated , not only through ME TOO , but voting rights and such figures as Madonna, Michelle, even as far back as Mamie and a stand out Greta T who inspires our youth. Whether they’ll walk it to the ballot box ..we shall have to wait and see.
I DO acknowledge the dumbing down , as well as those seduced you mention , but the majority sees the fight which most have NOT forgotten with some perceived sense complacency.
Our fight is long and tenuous , has been proven , and likely will be yet. I have no doubt .
Thanks for your input and realities , we need to stay vigilant and remember .
Lots of meat in this one. Thanks so much for all the extras this time. I wish you success in all you do. We all need encouragement and truth is encouraging. Ruthie B
What a generous soul you are, Ruth. My father taught college history as a 2nd career and I, out of rebellion, kind of ignored all his tales. Delving into your work is a homecoming for me. Eternally grateful.
2. Defend Institutions - 20 lessons from the 20th Century, Tim Snyder
Here’s how conservatives/libertarians feel very openly about destroying the very institutions that sustain democracy. The ignorance is shocking. Since 1980, serious threats to abolish the Department of Education. Distrust of institutions is at an all time low, only 9% trust. This is so dangerous.
Thank you for your important work!
Thank you Diane , she’s a trooper 🙌
“Then I’ll have to kill you.” Monday, August 28th, Grad student kills UNC Professor. I suppose folks will advocate BP vests in the classroom now. We have become a world of insanity and, it is getting worse. Be safe.
It is haunting! I’m so glad you continue to contribute your important teaching as a tutor!
It's way too early to post anything intelligible, but here's a copy/paste link as a 'thank you'.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s-erB7HmdDw
It's okay, she's Ukrainian.
Thanks for this perfectly timed discussion on the state of our educational system Professor =] I am setting my reminder right now for fridays discussion so I don't accidently miss it. Here is me wishing the very best of luck to all educators and especially to the ones that share in the Lucid community, Break a Leg =] (agh, now Im wondering if break a leg will come across as a micro aggression. I will let it stand and resist self censorship. I come from a theatre family and we use it in the loving way in which it is intended)
I think I misused "micro-aggression" what I meant is that there is so much violent rhetoric being thrown around that I was afraid to be adding to it =]
Has anyone heard of a request made by the Indian Government to MIT for the names, details (contacts, lodging, dates), and research interests of anyone having recently traveled to India? I heard that MIT is complying due to tax & funding pressures.
DDG with a VPN has kept me invisible.
thank you, Ruth, for this gift chock full of useful resources!
Thanks for posting all - I have alot of homework to do- especially learning about Italian fascism.
I have to note that the many letters , talks, interviews , commentary here speak of accomplishments , ongoing progress and plans, putting others first and working towards betterment.
What I hear about the Republican Circus is wheel spinning , rev ruckus for their base, tactics of conquering and control, hatred, division ,bigotry ad infinitum.
Seems the American tax payer would be so sick of these representative banging the warning bells , coming up with no substance and based on nothing but THEIR philosophy ( plus still the lies).
What voter isn’t saying ‘I’m sick of this ‘ buffoonery , bluster , and bullshit . Doesn’t fly . Doesn’t provide alleged evidence...repeatedly. Overplays name calling , childish bully talk ...soooo boring.
Except to their base.
Bless their hearts...( WV saying)
And then there’s Biden out there telling accomplishments, goals, mostly of not even three years, respecting, smiling, forging ahead, as his staff works quietly towards yet more goal for all of us.
Sorta a no brainer , huh!
💙💙VOTE THE COMPLICIT ALL OUT💙💙
I am one of the many who believe their number dwindled, their base per se. As for the seduction , let it be the first flag seen . Hear me women of America ! Women in near every sector have become educated , not only through ME TOO , but voting rights and such figures as Madonna, Michelle, even as far back as Mamie and a stand out Greta T who inspires our youth. Whether they’ll walk it to the ballot box ..we shall have to wait and see.
I DO acknowledge the dumbing down , as well as those seduced you mention , but the majority sees the fight which most have NOT forgotten with some perceived sense complacency.
Our fight is long and tenuous , has been proven , and likely will be yet. I have no doubt .
Thanks for your input and realities , we need to stay vigilant and remember .
💙💙VOTE THE COMPLICIT ALL OUT💙💙
Lots of meat in this one. Thanks so much for all the extras this time. I wish you success in all you do. We all need encouragement and truth is encouraging. Ruthie B
Thanks, Ruth for all you do. I'll dig into your homework assignment and I'll see you on Friday.
=]
Infinite gratitude, Ruth, for all the posts, essays & your being on MSNBC!
What a generous soul you are, Ruth. My father taught college history as a 2nd career and I, out of rebellion, kind of ignored all his tales. Delving into your work is a homecoming for me. Eternally grateful.
2. Defend Institutions - 20 lessons from the 20th Century, Tim Snyder
Here’s how conservatives/libertarians feel very openly about destroying the very institutions that sustain democracy. The ignorance is shocking. Since 1980, serious threats to abolish the Department of Education. Distrust of institutions is at an all time low, only 9% trust. This is so dangerous.
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ezra-klein-show/id1548604447?i=1000624496530