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The amazing robustness of the American economy and society, but …

Posted on August 3, 2021 by TPOL Nathan

Don’t get too excited about our society’s (or societies’) ability to survive all that much longer – at least as measured by history. Yes, it is amazing that we have gone this far, but it probably won’t last. Let’s see … Continue reading →

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Beer Flu (COVID-19) – Panic and more

Posted on February 15, 2020 by TPOL Nathan

Apparently, novelle coronavirus, or NCV-19 or 2019-new corona virus are all now unacceptable, and the official, non-racist, non-partisan, non-chauvinist name is “COVID-19). I still like the nickname Beer Flu coined by a relative. Anyway, as I read and hear the … Continue reading →

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Truckers dilemma

Posted on January 14, 2019 by TPOL Nathan

By Nathan Barton Business Insider’s recently discussed “Black Smoke Matters.” This brought to mind frequent sightings as my family and I traveled the roads this last year. A Facebook group (with an 11-member board) is organizing truckers for a one-day … Continue reading →

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