Monthly Archives: February 2014

Restrepo’s Afghanistan

Posted on February 12, 2014 by elroyjones

Restrepo is a great documentary about soldiers in Afghanistan. Sebastian Junger spoke in a John F. Kennedy Library forum. He explained why young men are particularly disadvantaged in transitioning back to civilian life after experiencing war. He pointed out that the average … Continue reading →

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Without Words

Posted on February 8, 2014 by elroyjones

It’s the same old story. We’ve been working our tails off. I’ve lost count of how many weekends we’ve worked through or how many hours I put in through the course of a work day. We’re working like sweatshop slaves. … Continue reading →

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February 11th

Posted on February 8, 2014 by elroyjones

Inscribed on a plaque in the stairwell at the Statue of Liberty- “They that can give up essential liberty to obtain a little safety deserve neither liberty nor safety.” February 11th has been designated to fight back against mass surveillance. … Continue reading →

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