November 2011
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“They who can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety,...”
– Benjamin Franklin
Although he spoke of essential liberty, Franklin surmised correctly that the concept of freedom is woven into the fabric of humanity. So why then are so many reluctant to seize liberty? There is a John Gault in all of us. Dig deep and find him.
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Technology And Experiences
Among all of the “liking” and “+1ing”, people tend to forget that technology is just a tool that can be used to amplify our lives. At one point, the pen was the most innovative piece technology created. It allowed passing thoughts to be captured, expressed, and shared. Now technology has taken another leap. Our thoughts..experiences..and lives can be shared shared...
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“Ever since you were a little kid you always had this fidget..how you can make...”
– @danielpatricio
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‘Hard Drive’ from Eighteen Eighty on Vimeo.
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Money
“So you think that money is the root of all evil?” said Francisco d’Aconia. “Have you ever asked what is the root of money? Money is a tool of exchange, which can’t exist unless there are goods produced and men able to produce them. Money is the material shape of the principle that men who wish to deal with one another must deal by trade and give value for value....
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A Half Thought On Post Racial America
At a panel I was observing recently, the moderator asked if the panelist believe we live in a “post racial america” and at once the “multicultural diversity panel” set forth responses. In the end, all of the panelist agreed, that we don’t live in a “post racial america”. Citing personal experiences of adversity and even personal preferences.
I somewhat...
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“Drive thy business, let not that drive thee.”
– Benjamin Franklin