Category Economic Systems

Many New Years: Remembering Time Before January 1st

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January 1st isn't rooted in nature's rhythms or cosmic cycles; it's an administrative agreement that demands the same thing from opposite hemispheres. Knowing this frees us from forcing transformation when dormancy is wisdom, or planning when presence is needed. The new year doesn't begin when calendars say it does. It begins when you're actually ready, and when the earth beneath your feet agrees.

The Mathematics of Fair Wages: Why $25/Hour Should Be Today’s Minimum (And What Happens When We Ignore Basic Math)

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When we strip away politics and emotions, basic mathematics reveals a stark reality: federal minimum wage should be $24-25/hour today based on cost-of-living increases since 2009. Skilled labor should start at $40/hour minimum. Ignoring this math creates cascading system failures affecting workers, businesses, and entire communities. The numbers don't lie.

Ubuntu part 2 ~ Washing off the Mud

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In a world dominated by the forces of commodification and domination, it's time to wash off the mud that binds us. By embracing Unity Consciousness, heartfelt communication, and co-creating a community based on mutual benefit, we can reclaim the collective power to elevate both individual and collective well-being.