The Exapted Human Brain
Humankind stands at an evolutionary crossroads, and the key to our survival lies in awakening a latent potential within the human brain to use our symbolic thought wisely and transition to a state of authentic intelligence.
Passover Redemption for Israel/Palestine
This Passover, a Jewish family will recite the poem “Red Sea” by Aurora Levins Morales, which calls for mutual liberation and the crossing of the Red Sea together, rather than being left behind to drown.
The Dead Hand
The Constitution, written by the Founding Fathers, is outdated and needs to be replaced every nineteen years to reflect the current needs of the people, but James Madison’s fear of instability has prevented this from happening, resulting in a government that is unable to adapt to the changing times.
The Invisible Bill
The American people pay $74 million every hour, or $649 billion annually, in hidden subsidies to the fossil fuel industry, which is more than the entire US military budget.
Meditations: Can We Change the Basic Course of Man?
Meditation is a doorway to a deeper level of being, and the human brain has the potential to awaken the intelligence of the universe when thought is silenced.
Op-ed | Trump Is Trying to Reverse Crucial Strides in Women’s Rights Movement
The Trump administration is pushing policies that undermine women’s economic freedom and security, enforce archaic gender roles, and restrict access to reproductive healthcare, in an effort to pressure women into marrying men and raising children.
The Means of Production
The American gun culture is rooted in a history of conquest and domination, and is perpetuated by a small percentage of Americans who own an arsenal of firearms, resulting in a high rate of gun violence and a culture of fear and control.
Op-ed | Concerns Raised over Village Farms Project’s Potential Contaminant Risks
The proposed Village Farms Davis project is associated with potential risks of contamination from the adjacent Old Davis Landfill, Burn Area, and Wastewater Treatment Plant, including volatile organic compounds, PFAS, dioxins, furans, PAHs, and selenium, which could pose a threat to human and environmental health.
Congress Moves Fast When It’s Their Flight
Congress was able to quickly solve the TSA funding issue when threatened with the loss of their own perks, demonstrating that they prioritize their own comfort over the needs of the people they serve.
Meditations: The Collective Crisis of the Present Is Not Just a ‘Weird Detour’ from the Past
The mass movements of the past for gender equality, civil rights, environmental sustainability and economic justice are inadequate to address the global polycrisis of our time, and a radical change in human consciousness is needed to avoid the downward spiral of destruction.
Op-ed | The Real Estate Industry Continues to Use the Ellis Act to Destroy Affordable Housing in California
The Ellis Act, a 1985 California state law, has been used by the real estate industry to destroy tens of thousands of affordable housing apartments, contributing to the housing affordability and homelessness crises, and activists are fighting to repeal or reform the law.
The Last Free Place
The wealthy have forgotten the importance of public institutions, such as libraries, which provide a space for people to exist without spending money and have become a sanctuary for marginalized people, and are now under attack by those who want to control what people know about the past.
Op-ed | Why I’m Standing with Diane Ortiz for Yolo County Judge
Diane Ortiz has earned the support of a prominent Latino advocate in Yolo County due to her exceptional qualifications, commitment to the Latino community, and the need for a more representative bench.
The Burn Down
The government is being systematically dismantled and replaced with private solutions, resulting in a two-tier system where the wealthy can pay to avoid the failures of the public sphere, while the poor are left in the wreckage.
New Town, New Badge, Old Secrets
A national database is needed to track police officers’ records of misconduct, which would help prevent “wandering officers” from being rehired in other jurisdictions and help protect the public.
Op-Ed: To Achieve True Justice, Yolo County Needs a Bench That Reflects Our Community
Diane Ortiz, a Latina and seasoned prosecutor, is strongly supported by Norb Kumagai for Yolo County Superior Court Judge due to her ability to bring cultural humility and diversity to the judicial bench.
That Lying Dog
The dog alert system is a profitable tool for law enforcement, allowing them to seize money and property without proof of criminal activity, while the dog is rewarded for its behavior regardless of accuracy.
Meditations: True Dialogue Is a Symphony of Shared Meaning and Insight
Dialogue is a powerful tool for creating shared insight and understanding, and can be used to address the root causes of many of the crises facing humanity today.
Op-ed | San Francisco Must Protect Public Defense
San Francisco Public Defender Mano Raju was held in contempt for refusing to accept more cases due to excessive workloads, which is a violation of the Sixth Amendment right to counsel and ABA guidelines.
The Marketplace of Lies
The human mind is not a rational agent, but rather a prior reasoner that is motivated to defend its existing beliefs and identity, making it difficult to change minds with facts.