Conference: Beneath the University, the Commons. University of Minnesota, April 8-11, 2010 “Seemingly discrete struggles over the conditions of university life have erupted around the world within the past year. These struggles share certain commonalities: outrage over precarious and exploitative conditions, the occupation of university spaces, and goals of reclaiming education from state and corporate… Continue reading
Date archives "December 2009"
Lessig against the scourge of institutional corruption
Brilliant presentation by Lawrence Lessig on the mechanics of institutional corruption in the U.S., and how important it is to reverse it.
Against Money Relativism
While diversity and experimentation has its value, we live in a time when we can no longer afford to be distracted solely by peripheral currencies that have marginal impact on the global economy as a whole. A central emphasis must be placed on making qualitative judgments about which monetary systems are most appropriate in the… Continue reading
Increasing the public credibility of climate science through transparency
The broader issue is the need to increase the public credibility of climate science. This requires publicly available data and metadata, a rigorous peer review process, and responding to arguments raised by skeptics. The integrity of individual scientists that are in positions of responsibility (e.g. administrators at major research institutions, editorial boards, major committees, and… Continue reading
Hazel Henderson: Investing in Climate Prosperity
All the evidence now shows that there is no shortage of money to finance the global green economy. The only shortage is time, and we have all the technology needed for this transition. Re-deploying just 10% of pension and endowment funds away from fossilized sectors, hedge funds, oil and commodities, derivatives and speculation on interest-rates… Continue reading