Monthly Archives: October 2007

Selling Death

Selling Death

October 31, 2007

It is a pretty well known fact that the US is the global leader in arms sales. Some will also have heard that Russia is second. But in fact, if you put together all the European Union numbers, in terms of total arms sales in the last 10...

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Toxic Chemicals Again

Toxic Chemicals Again

October 30, 2007

Beautiful night here in Amsterdam that I managed to get out and enjoy, spending some time with a new friend and catching jazz at ye old bimhuis. As I set out on my bike in the direction of centrum, On Point (one of my favorite podcasts) was on,...

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bm231 Gold Mining in Canada

October 29, 2007

Many people are excited about the rising price of gold. But with that price comes a renewed push for more gold mines, which have serious effects on environments and communities. In this program with the help of Joan Kuyek of Miningwatch.ca, we talk about gold mining in Canada,...

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Retired Leaders

Retired Leaders

October 28, 2007

I remember a few years ago when Joaquim Chissano, president of Mozambique, decided not to run for a third term. I remember because I already thought he was a fair guy from his good speeches and the fact that under his watch, the nation had managed to move...

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Brad Will, Compañero

Brad Will, Compañero

October 26, 2007

Riding home from the train station today, feeling the cold wind of the sudden winter that has gripped Amsterdam, in my ears I'm listening to the cries of a friend who I never knew... he has been shot...he is dying. And I'm on my bike in Amsterdam, but...

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