An unpublished op/ed submitted to Binghamton Press … [Read more...] about Single Payer Health Care in America NOW
Gas Industry Dying in the Marcellus Play
I've been watching the steady decline of the gas industry development in my county of Susquehanna, Pa.. It started about a year ago. The gas industry development has produced a glut of gas and lack of sufficient storage and lack of pipelines has brought the price down to the cellar. Also, OPEC has lowered oil barrel prices, crashed them and … [Read more...] about Gas Industry Dying in the Marcellus Play
DAVID’S DEAD END IS DEAD: Thank you Council President Berg and Council Dems!
(from https://halfmillionbinghamton.wordpress.com/) David’s Dead End, the Mayor’s $500,000 plan to pave over the Metrocenter courtyard for ten parking spaces, is officially dead. We want to thank Council President Bill Berg, and Council members Lea Webb, Teri Rennia and Jerry Motsavage (all Democrats) for standing firm, blocking and burying … [Read more...] about DAVID’S DEAD END IS DEAD: Thank you Council President Berg and Council Dems!
Sustainability — Its Meaning and Lifestyle
The Susquehanna Group of Sierra Club, on Tuesday, March 17, presents Aimee Heavey, to discuss “Sustainability, it’s true meaning and implications for the future.” Heavey, a Binghamton native, is a former National Park Ranger who recently moved back to the area to pursue a life of sustainability. Her work focuses on educating communities and developing … [Read more...] about Sustainability — Its Meaning and Lifestyle
‘Die-In’ protest intended to combat police brutality
By Kerry Longobucco December 22, 2014 Updated Dec 22, 2014 at 11:32 PM EST Johnson City, NY (WBNG Binghamton) Dozens of protesters looked to stand up to police brutality, by laying down at the Oakdale Mall. The staged demonstration turned heads, as the shopping center swarmed with busy crowds of last minute shoppers and children anxiously waiting to … [Read more...] about ‘Die-In’ protest intended to combat police brutality
Holiday treat in store for you!
When all the holiday parties are over, the scrumptious goodies eaten, the gifts enjoyed and stowed away, the Xmas tree put out at the curb, the New Year ushered in, and the New Year’s resolutions made, there’s one more holiday treat in store! The annual visit of Quickstep to the Cranberry Coffeehouse. Quickstep, a.k.a. John Kirk, Trish Miller and Ed … [Read more...] about Holiday treat in store for you!
United Nations Votes for Process to Create Global Bankruptcy Framework
UN Process Could Limit Default and Stop Predatory Funds The United Nations voted 128 to 16 to formally begin negotiations to create a global bankruptcy process. This resolution comes after the UN General Assembly voted in favor of a legal bankruptcy framework for countries in September. The UN framework could prevent global financial crises, limit country … [Read more...] about United Nations Votes for Process to Create Global Bankruptcy Framework
Mayor Rich David wants to destroy Binghamton’s STAR PLAZA and put up a Parking Lot
I have been recovering from this season's election-exhaustion-cold, a form of illness found only in the stuffy quarters of campaign offices nearing the dreaded daylight’s saving’s end. Here, volunteers and experts widdle down the wee hours of the night, gnawing on each passage of talking points, poll results and endless endless walking lists. … [Read more...] about Mayor Rich David wants to destroy Binghamton’s STAR PLAZA and put up a Parking Lot
UN Vote Tuesday Could Create Global Bankruptcy Process, Deter Predatory Funds
The UN General Assembly votes Tuesday at 3pm (EDT) on a resolution that could create a global bankruptcy mechanism. Such a process could protect poor countries from predatory funds and limit future defaults. Jubilee USA's leadership, a group of religious leaders and financial experts sent a letter to United States UN Ambassador Samantha Power urging her to … [Read more...] about UN Vote Tuesday Could Create Global Bankruptcy Process, Deter Predatory Funds
UN Vote Tuesday Could Create Global Bankruptcy Process, Deter Predatory Funds
The UN General Assembly votes Tuesday at 3pm (EDT) on a resolution that could create a global bankruptcy mechanism. Such a process could protect poor countries from predatory funds and limit future defaults. Jubilee USA's leadership, a group of religious leaders and financial experts sent a letter to United States UN Ambassador Samantha Power urging her to … [Read more...] about UN Vote Tuesday Could Create Global Bankruptcy Process, Deter Predatory Funds
