United Nations: New Directions Concluding Old Paradigms
http://motherearthrights.org/2010/08/18/harmony-with-nature-report-of-the-un-secretary-general/
C. New directions and approaches
97. At present, alternatives are being examined to devise a more sustainable model for production, consumption and the economy as a whole so as to promote harmony with nature. In this regard, in February 2008, upon the request of the French government, Joseph Stiglitz, Amartya Sen and Jean-Paul Fitoussi… Continue reading
Elders: Is Business As Usual Acceptable?
http://www.theelders.org/article/bold-action-needed-make-sustainable-development-reality
Bold action is needed to make sustainable development a reality
Today’s leaders must make binding decisions for the long term
Looking ahead to Rio +20, the UN Conference on Sustainable Development taking place in Brazil this June, the Elders say that ‘business as usual’ is no longer acceptable and urge world leaders to deliver… Continue reading
War is Indefensible Spending in 2012
The Bush legacy ended tonight. I found I was barracking for hope as I learned the US defence spending is being cut. I feel real intelligence has finally come to the table of Generals and kernels of wisdom. I give them a 5 star rating for their joint decision. I saw the Pentagon in a… Continue reading
2012: Forgive Your Past to Prepare for A Renew-able Future
A NEW FUTURE A NEW EARTH
No-one knows the meaning of justice,
Unless they have experienced what is un-just,
No-one knows real poverty,
Unless they have begged on the streets in desperation.
No-one knows violence,
Unless violence has knocked down their safety door.
No-one knows financial collapse,
Unless they find there is no money in… Continue reading
Denying the Past or Enlightening the Future?
Denying the Past or Enlightening the Future?
Are you speaking to yourself,
Clearly and without defence?
For when you start this monologue,
This inner cave quest,
As you speak you hear your voice,
As it bounces off all your walls,
Allowing you to step back and listen for it to return,
Audible is the grounded… Continue reading
Palestinian and Israeli Unity is Freedoms Call
I felt inspired to write this tonight. The message for Israel and Palestinians, is the same for the world.
May your heart open and see there is no enemy, we are all family and life is moving us on to a new future. Forgiveness is the path that leads us all home in peace. Forgiveness… Continue reading