Peon Quotables

Wisdom never kicks at the iron walls it can't bring down. —Olive Schreiner Hazelden.org

Each man with a new idea is a crank until the idea succeeds. --Mark Twain source: Hazelden.org

We do not live an equal life, but one of contrasts and patchwork; now a little joy, then a sorrow, now a sin, then a generous or brave action. --Ralph Waldo Emerson

Not the power to remember, but the power to forget is a necessary condition for our existence. --Sholem Asch

Showing posts with label Democracy. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Democracy. Show all posts

Saturday, June 20, 2009

Iranian Protesters in D.C. chant Democracy for Iran


The District of Columbia awoke to storms this morning. Huddled under an overhang outside the Iranian Consulate's office, were Americans and Iranian-Americans standing in solidarity with the people of Iran. Notwithstanding the rain, the crowd began its slow march, about two-and-a-half miles to the White House.

As they marched, the rain subsided, giving way to a gorgeous day, almost perfect for a demonstration. The crowd was loud and energetic,venting their anger, frustration, and concern. There was also a sense of hope, in light of an uprising in Iran on a scale not witnessed since the Iranian Revolution of 1979. Young and old alike, expressed their inspiration.


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Thursday, September 11, 2008

Craig Ferguson on politics in America and voting

Craig Ferguson recently became an American citizen.
His citizenship was not by birth.
He wanted it, he waited for it and he earned it.
We should probably listen to him.
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Friday, August 22, 2008

Something to think about: Cartooning, Circumventing the Constitution, Pervez Musharraf

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Wednesday, July 23, 2008

Peon Blog Recommendations: If you read it, they will write.

In this post I am introducing bloggers from around the world. It helps me to explore the wider world that I am not familiar with, which expands my knowledge and understanding. Blogging is also a creative experience for many people. If blogs are not read, then there isn't much inspiration and/or motivation to create through writing.

Congo: Congo Blog - Citizen of Congo or Zaire?

Armenia: What Democracy Means

Bahrian: Mideast Youth

Cambodia: Kamsan Blog Digg!

The (new) West Wing

Peon News & Blog Faves