American History

America’s Cultural Revolution: A Magical Time

It’s the cliché with the ring of truth—cultural change in America begins in California. And so it was with our cultural revolution. Not the destructive class struggle of Chairman Mao, but a revolution in consciousness—a new way of thinking, activism and questioning. Ironically from today’s perspective, it began with the free speech movement at UC-Berkeley in 1964. Fresh from the Mississippi Summer freedom project, student … Continue reading America’s Cultural Revolution: A Magical Time

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Global Affairs

Inspiring People I’ve Met

During five decades of traveling and writing, I’ve met several people who through their humanity and ability to stay focused conveyed a rare, clear sense of purpose. Here’s my list. Warren Buffett  What you see is what you get. Despite being the world’s most successful investor, Warren keeps his ego in check.  He is modest and straight forward, exhibiting genuine interest in the person he’s talking to. … Continue reading Inspiring People I’ve Met

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health care

An Inconvenient Four Months

In London at one of his final European concerts Leonard Cohen apologized to his audience for sky-high ticket prices that had caused financial inconvenience for many. With a nod to the memory of Canada’s gift to the world, I’m borrowing his phrase. Several have asked what specifically was the back-surgery Dr. Joshua Ammerman performed on July 17th.  It was bi-lateral lumbar 4-5 laminectomy. He judges the … Continue reading An Inconvenient Four Months

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