Why Surveillance and Not Problem Solving?
I have been reflecting on intelligence gathering today by the world’s agencies and even in business settings. What I have come to understand clearly is that there is a modus operandi of looking for threats rather than solving problems.
Over the years this realisation has become clearer. I see it in the realm of the… Continue reading
Focus on Peace: Boston Bombings
We live in Cultures of Violence where we are learning about it through film, videos and unhappiness in society. It is seen as exciting and masculine. Do you think it is time to change?
In my view it is not just about finding out who is responsible and punishing them it is… Continue reading
Obama and Romney: Building Bridges to Peace?
I see the invitation of President Obama extended to opposition leader Mitt Romney as a important political initiative and raises for me the prospect of peacemaking in politics. To reach out beyond the political divide and learn how to work together for the greater good. This is not easy given that democracy’s… Continue reading
A Peacemaker Perspective of Peace in the Middle East
If I was asked as a peacemaker to solve the Middle East crisis, what would I say? I would say that I cannot re-solve the Middle East crisis, only the leaders and people can resolve their own inner conflicts when they choose peace.
The background setting to real peace is that both parties… Continue reading
Why Not Divert the Military from Energy to Human Food Security?
It was interesting I have posted a few articles about fiscal issues and defence spending. Then suddenly I thought about the starving in Africa, I just felt the gap in the news, you don’t hear anything about them. So I did a google search and to my amazement the problem is unabated. … Continue reading
Children’s Parliaments Where Children Are Seen And Heard
I wonder what children’s would dream up for the World. I am sure it will astound adults. Children are not seen and heard still, even though they speak more, they are not acknowledged as equal participants at the table. The decisions of adults affect children, yet I feel adults can learn from… Continue reading