Tag Archives: Kenya

Democracy’s Decline

Posted on August 15, 2022 by lewbornmann

Global freedom has continuously declined every consecutive year for over a decade. While democracy can meet the challenges of the 21st century better than authoritarianism, the promise of democracy must remain real and powerful and those believing in freedom must not only defend it but broaden its reach as one of the great causes of our time. Continue reading →

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Universal Basic Income

Posted on August 26, 2019 by lewbornmann

It seems to me…. “A certain small income, sufficient for necessities, should be secured for all, whether they work or not.” ~ Bertrand Russell[1]. In the U.S. and some other nations; e.g., Finland, Netherlands, Kenya, and Canada (and in Alaska); … Continue reading →

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U.S.-Iranian Relations

Posted on December 4, 2017 by lewbornmann

It seems to me…. “Iran rejects weapons of mass destruction based on its belief system, its religious belief system, as well as well as its ethical standpoint.” ~ Hassan Rouhani[1]. The nuclear agreement signed with Iran on 14 July 2015, … Continue reading →

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