In 2006, Chinese American scholar Minxin Pei published a book called “China’s Trapped Transition.” In it, he invoked the most established “law” in political science — that over time, countries that grow economically tend to become more democratic. (Oil-rich states are the exception.) China had achieved decades of growth, Pei pointed out, yet had made almost no moves toward openness…Read more
Born Free: How
The buying and selling of humans is big business — and an enormous development challenge. It is estimated to generate anywhere from $32 billion to $150 billion a year and affect tens of millions of people: the International Labor Organization believes that nearly 21 million men, women, and children are currently victims of some form of slavery, forced labor, or human trafficking.How to Prevent Human Trafficking…Read more
As a lover of beautiful things I can’t resist such sounds. The purity and sincerity of Janine’s voice comes through awesome clear. Simply beautiful…simply beautiful.
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Day number 2; Pretty good long run today. Not too much doing after the run – just cool down and chill. Good livin’…just keep on movin’
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Day number 1; I started tuning up in September, but started tracking in earnest as of today. I am using this month as a tuneup to start improving stamina and work a bit on speed. I will eventually start working in adominals and a bit of weights into my program. Good livin’…just keep on movin’