Monthly Archives: February 2012
My Job
I have to work out the days and times for our department’s courses for next year, based on the preferences of my colleagues. Of course, I have colleagues who teach at the same times, on the same days, in the … Continue reading
Gingrich
I recently heard a great political zinger: Newt Gingrich “is a stupid man’s idea of what a smart man sounds like” (Paul Krugman on This Week with Christiane Amanpour). Sounds accurate to me. Then again, I’ll be laughing out of … Continue reading
Democracy
Someone once said, “In a true democracy, people get the government they deserve.” I think of this line when people complain about our elected representatives. We would probably have better government with electoral reform. Getting rid of Super PACs would … Continue reading