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Embracing good will this Christmas
Tuesday, December 24th, 2019
In some sense, our schools, libraries, hospitals, public parks, social housing, legal and social assistance programs all speak to a type of structured good will. These are all places that promote collective caring. These are some expressions of the social dimensions of good will toward all, not just those who can an afford the finer amenities of life.
Tags: featured, globalization, ideology, participation, standard of living
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Is the Conservative government muzzling federal scientists?
Monday, February 27th, 2012
Feb 26 2012
… the Conservative government issued a media protocol that has served to suppress scientific input on issues of public interest. The protocol states: “Just as we have one department, we should have one voice. Interviews sometimes present surprises to ministers and senior management. Media relations will work with staff on how best to deal with the call (an interview request from a journalist). This should include asking the program expert to respond with approved lines.”
Tags: ideology, participation, rights, standard of living
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Learning to live with ‘boy energy’
Monday, January 30th, 2012
Jan 29 2012
Noting that “boy energy” is often perceived as something “innately disruptive,” Reist has observed that boys, in particular, are seen as threats to the “institutional decorum” of schools, expressed in three terse rules: “sit still, be quiet, and do what you’re told.” Building on recent research in psychology and cognitive studies, he points out that many boys learn kinetically, and that their tendencies to fidget, tap and move while in the classroom is not only normal, but also often advantageous for their learning processes.
Tags: youth
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Recession Redux: Time for an Economic Overhaul
Monday, August 15th, 2011
Aug 14 2011
As a social construction, our economy can and must be radically altered. It is clear that the neo-liberal paradigm, with its tax breaks and financial bailouts for the most affluent, is failing not only our societies, but our ecosystems as well… our current economic system does not simply need fine-tuning, it needs a serious and sustained overhaul… It’s time to be compassionate, socially just, and ecologically responsible in the “global village
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