In a perfect world, we would have free press that report objective and fair news. We are also told that western developed countries are responsible in their dealing with global issues, especially one as important as climate change. However, if you think there is no invisible hand behind what is selected to be reported by press, privately or government held, think again. … [Read more...] about United Nations Climate Change Conference, Warsaw 2013
Opinion
“Capitalism Has Gone Nuts!”
That's what I said to my parents-in-law who asked me to explain the "market" behavior that turns on every bit of news. To the ordinary people, American or Chinese or anyone else, the "market" is hard to explain/understand. That's because it really is nuts/bonkers/crazy/insane/irrational. This is NOT some "rational market", because this "market" of today responds to … [Read more...] about “Capitalism Has Gone Nuts!”
Typhoon Haiyan’s Destructive Path
The news is still enfolding on the destruction Typhoon Haiyan - now barreling its towards Vietnam and on into southern China - left in the Philippines. For those with the means, it appears the best way to help for the public now is to donate money. Two organizations with the capacity to help on the ground are: Doctors without Borders, and International Red Cross. … [Read more...] about Typhoon Haiyan’s Destructive Path
New Internet Economy Puts Dent In “Boycott China”
I have long maintained that boycotts rarely work well as a tool of political protest. Even when mobilized as a collective national action like a trade embargo, history has not shown much effectiveness in causing political change, other than merely increasing bitterness (like the Embargo against Cuba). Against a much larger target, with even broader scope, such as "boycott … [Read more...] about New Internet Economy Puts Dent In “Boycott China”
The Justification of Violence and Terrorism?
Today, I came across an article in Asia Times titled "Tiananmen Crash Linked to Xinjiang Mosque Raid" by Shohret Hoshur, originally published via Radio Free Asia's Uyghur Service. In the article Hoshur appears to justify violence and terrorism committed last week by presenting what must appear to him to be legitimate motivations for plowing a car into the guardrails in … [Read more...] about The Justification of Violence and Terrorism?