Archive for January, 2009
making Gaza Real
by Jeff Hackman
The horrific events in Gaza these past three weeks have been hard to ignore, yet easy to ignore. But I came across a story that hit me hard.
Suleiman Baraka is a Palestinian astrophysicist. He works here in the US. He had an 11 year old son named Ibrahim. I love astronomy, and [...]
Farewell to W
By Jeff Hackman
January 19, 2009
Today is the last full day of the George W. Bush administration. Even though there is still about 24 hours left, it is time to add up the damage.
The myth of redemptive violence has had a field day with Bush. The tragic loss of 3000 Americans on 911 has led to [...]
