Round Up

Hilary Benn:  Growth is good for the poor, too!

The New Scientist explores Expanding Time:  You can stretch your perception of time, but only if you're prepared to spend it in the equivalent of a waiting room. Perhaps the best option is to just accept the hectic pace of modern life, but make a serious effort to spend at least some of your time doing nothing much.  Another reason for church!

Juan Cole says about the cartoon controversy:  It isn't just about some cartoons. It is about independence and the genuine liberty to define yourself rather than being defined by the imperial West.

Ayaan Hirsi Ali is the sort of person who will change the Muslim world.  She says, "We want to continue the debate over the Koran's claim to absoluteness, the infallibility of the Prophet and sexual morality."  Hm.  Lots of people say the same about Christianity. 

Evangelicals critique the Apocalypse, including Rick Warren. Meanwhile, the Administration suppresses the evidence.  James Hansen, that is.  An editorial.

the Administration creates Hal.  Yes, we will gleefully accept our new overlords. 

Abramoff in Dixie!

Comments

[Mike Noakes]

Interesting site.