The American Form of Government

Here is our civics lesson for today.  After viewing this, reflect on the statements made by our political leaders about protecting our democracy and making the world safe for democracy.

From Bizarro

Sales of "Atlas Shrugged" Soar

"Atlas Shrugged" is a classic from the late 1950s by Ayn Rand (Alan Greenspan was of protege of Rand). Sales of this book have tripled this year due to, what is assumed to be, the similarities between the plot-line and events of our day.

I've had a copy for years and finally started my read a couple of months ago. It is a substantial book (over 1000 pages in paperback), but I hear too many positive reviews to not jump in. I hope to finish it before the US economy recovers.

Missing Nuclear Materials at Dept. of Energy Locations

A report from the Dept. of Energy Inspector General Gregory Friedman has concluded that 'the department cannot account for and effectively manage its nuclear materials maintained by domestic licensees and may be unable to detect lost or stolen material.'

This is absolutely pathetic. Sloppy work, sloppy management, and bureaucratic incompetence.

Sony Preps Hybrid Fuel Cell Battery

Sony has developed a hybrid fuel cell that can switch from a methanol fuel cell mode to the traditional lithium-ion battery system.

They have also shown a bio-battery that is powered by the enzyme degradation of glucose.

"Green" Energy Needs A Big Leap

More research and development is needed to make renewable energy cheap and easy to use. Will more government funding be the answer or will it come from the private sector?

I believe that 'green' energy technology can be the next big source of jobs in this country. Let's hope there is plenty of incentive for the innovators and producers of this technology.

Seven Things You Need To Know About Time

Click here to read about the nature of time and the way humans relate to it.