Author: craigshields

I’ve participated in several protests, and I always take note of the attitude the police take.  I’ve noticed that in liberal areas, law enforcement actually helps, smiling and keeping traffic out of the way. In rural, more conservative areas, police …

Denver Ordered to Pay $14M to George Floyd Protesters Read More »

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GOP Senate candidate from Michigan John James says, “America is at a crossroads—Freedom or Communism? Send John James to defeat Communism by donating $5 or $10 at the link below!” He believes, and he’s probably correct, that folks who would …

Understanding Communism — Or Not Read More »

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If there is a recurring theme to the politically-focused posts here at 2GreenEnergy, it could be summed up as “how far we’ve fallen.” The author of the meme here has nailed something.  American revolutionary Thomas Paine’s famous book shares its …

The Age of Reason Got Left in the Dust Read More »

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Ever since I was a boy I’ve been coming across theories to the effect that humankind finds itself at the end of a cycle that starts with the development of rudimentary technology, then radio (speed of light) communications, followed by …

The Birth To Death Cycle of Murderous Monkeys Read More »

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This guy makes a good point. But early stage? I’m worried that this is the late, near-end stage.

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To people of conscience, this seems like the ultimate in noncontroversial statements. Keep in mind, however, that there is a whole political party asking itself, “What do I care about the people of Ukraine?”  These are the same people who …

How We Look On Refugees Read More »

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It’s safe to say that on the face of the Earth today, every single “advanced” culture, i.e., the nations that constitute the developed world, are focused on short-term results at the expense of a long-term, sustainable society.  Of course, some …

Myopic Thinking Read More »

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Things are divisive in U.S. politics, but they haven’t come to the point that progressives wear shirts like this, if only for the concern about welcoming bodily damage. Trump supporters are far more likely to be brazen in terms of …

The Wisdom of Putting Your Politics on Display Read More »

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There is no doubt this is true, but that doesn’t make this stupidity and effrontery any easier to watch here in 2022.

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There was a pop song about 30 years ago that began, “I believe the children are our future,” which I found amusing. I wish I could have interviewed the lyricist and asked him if his initial idea was that old …

Gore Looks to the Youth to Fight Climate Change Read More »

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