Sunday, November 20, 2011

Occupy Wall Street

I'm late on this, but in general I am sympathetic to OWS. And unlike some who claim otherwise, I think the goal is quite clear: to reverse a radical reordering of American society that has taken place in recent years (and in this sense OWS is essentially a conservative movement). I'm hesitant to give it an open-ended endorsement, because the nature of the movement makes it hard to predict the direction it may ultimately take and the measures it could resort to.

When OWS started, I wondered how effective it could be without at least some practical demands; a "greed is bad" platform is fine, though a tad open-ended in terms of resolution. But I've been surprised by the traction the movement has had. I do think if the goal is actual results, then it's important -- and time -- for OWS to issue some realistic, achievable demands under the largest ideological tent possible. A focus of this must be the Federal Reserve, the main instrument of the economic and social reordering against which OWS stands. Wouldn't it be natural to demand the resignation of an unelected official who is more responsible for the bubble and crash than any current policymaker? Someone who engineered massive covert bailouts while fully expecting the details of his actions to remain forever secret? Every Republican candidate for president has either criticized Bernanke or vowed to replace him. The Fed is a main focus of the Tea Party. Why not tap into that sentiment? In doing so, OWS could divide and conquer by forcing Republicans to either praise or denounce a platform supported by their most passionate grassroots members. I'm not the only one to see how effective -- or, depending on one's perspective, dangerous -- this could be (read the link for the Tea Party mention). More soon, hopefully, on why the protesters must focus on the Fed and what they should demand.

Related, it's outrageous that the Obama administration and congressional Democrats claim any kinship with OWS. Obama reappointed Bernanke, and the White House twisted arms and made threats to get him confirmed in a Democrat-controlled Senate and to block the push for a full Fed audit. If you don't know who voted in favor of Bernanke's post-bailout reappointment, scroll to the bottom of this post -- some OWS-friendly Democrats hope you won't.

The situation in Egypt has changed in recent days, but after Mubarak's fall, I wrote about the conduct of the military and asked: "Is this type of moderation and restraint during a crisis part of our own national character?" While there are of course institutional differences in the U.S. between local law enforcement and the military, I fear we may have gotten a glimpse of the answer. The actions of some police -- don't miss this new video -- have been despicable and chilling. A few New York cops have done a great job of destroying what remained of the public's 9/11-forged goodwill. This thuggery must be turned back.

Finally, I can report that a few videos have been pinging up and down Manhattan's canyons. Two of them are below, and they have some of the right people nervous -- the first one for obvious reasons.






56 Comments:

Anonymous Liebchen said...

Welcome back to the blogosphere, you've been missed.

I've just been reading the South Africa chapter of Naomi Klein's Shock Doctrine. She says the ANC failed to negotiate for control of their central bank and other economic controls, and the situation ended up never really changes. Votes without power. This resonated with my experience here in the US. It seems like we can vote all we want, but no real reform will ever come of it, because the control isn't really in the hands of our elected representatives.

11/20/2011 11:49 PM  
Anonymous Ed said...

I live in New York and I've am also hesitant about a movement that seemed to come out of nowhere and about which I don't know their objectives, though I'm generally sympathetic. I'll just have to wait and see.

Its struck me that we are running into a problem with the pattern of governments doing pretty much what the big international bankers want, no matter which party or candidates was elected at the last election. Normally, electoral politics would be the logical next channel for something like this, and this seems to have happened with the Tea Party. But there is no place for these people to go.

11/20/2011 11:51 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Blog more; you are missed!

11/26/2011 4:35 PM  
Anonymous goldhorder said...

Interesting to hear that the DHS organized the police crackdown with the cities mayors. Clearly just one more violation of the constitution. Our leaders are completely lawless. There is only power now. How about the MF global scandal? There are some rumors that it was an inside job. Hear anything TCR? Now you know why I bury my crap in the yard. LOL

http://www.zerohedge.com/news/guest-post-mf-global-was-it-hit

11/26/2011 5:34 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

CR,

Why not go down to Liberty Plaza and provide some teach-ins/strategy? The people seem to be smart and open to good ideas. I saw some Ron Paul signs when I was there. Would be great to see people unify against the Dem/GOP/WS criminal elite.

11/27/2011 12:28 PM  
Anonymous KAIMU said...

ALOHA!!

Too bad our own benevolent leaders in Congress do not remove the "occupiers" of Iraq and Afghanistan just as swiftly! Eight years and counting~ WW2 was a total of six years and we were directly involved starting on Pearl Harbor Day December 7th, 1941 so only four years. Half the time we are in Iraq!

Total cost of WW2 in 2005 dollars was $288BILUSD. On August 2nd, after the Debt Ceiling debate the US Treasury raised US DEBT(net) $238BIL in one day.

Value in monetary and Constitutional human terms is in decline. In terms of economies the Middle Class is heading the same direction as the value of a USD. Not a coincidence in my eyes. If only the Middle Class in America was rising as fast as the US DEBT! Maybe Congress should form a Congressional Committee to study that for a few years.

12/10/2011 12:37 PM  
Anonymous pay per head service said...

hey guys that,s really amazing posts...

5/26/2012 10:03 PM  
Blogger uknowme said...

Its struck me that we are running into a problem with the pattern of governments doing pretty much what the big international bankers want, no matter which party or candidates was elected at the last election. Normally, electoral politics would be the logical next channel for something like this, and this seems to have happened with the Tea Party. But there is no place for these people to go.
great song lyrics

logo stamps

7/14/2012 2:48 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

It is an interesting fact that DHS organized the police crackdown with the cities mayors. To the pint, go to custom writing essay to enhance your writings if some obstacles don't let you move forward!

1/18/2016 4:52 AM  
Anonymous artikel penyebab penyakit said...

its good information..

obat jantung bocor

5/05/2016 2:04 AM  
Anonymous pengobatan asam urat said...

sungguh sangat luar biasa dan istimewa >> http://pengobatanasamurat.135street.com/

5/19/2016 11:51 PM  
Anonymous Cara order ovary nutrition capsule said...

obat fistula ani alami adalah obat fistula ani yang terbuat dari bahan alami
obat fistula ani ini aman dikonsumsi layaknya obat fistula ani

10/19/2016 11:20 PM  
Blogger Ukhti Alis said...

Gerd Sembuh Dengan Jeruk Nipis because here everything is a winner, penyebab gagal ginjal pada anak kecil and no fool, that there is not diligent Cara mengobati Congek Dengan bawang putih apakah congek bisa di sembuhkan

3/15/2017 3:35 AM  
Anonymous obat fistula ani said...

health is something tremendous boon but often we forget. Whatever can not be replaced even with abundant wealth or others without health then there is no point

Tanaman obat ginjal

Cara menyembuhkan penyakit ginjal

obat sakit ginjal di apotik

3/21/2017 11:58 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

This information provides new knowledge and can help you overcome various problems in the body

cara menghilangkan lipoma di leher
cara menghilangkan lipoma di punggung
cara menghilangkan lipoma di kepala
cara menghilangkan lipoma di wajah
cara menghilangkan lipoma di dahi

Agen QnC Jelly Gamat Kalimantan Selatan
Agen QnC Jelly Gamat Kalimantan
Agen QnC Jelly Gamat Kalimantan Timur
Agen QnC Jelly Gamat Kalimantan Barat 
Agen QnC Jelly Gamat Kalimantan Utara

5/10/2017 1:44 AM  
Anonymous friv twizl said...

Thank you both for sharing Holy Mass with us each day FnafSisterLocation.us FnafSisterLocationMinijuegos.com Friv2018.us to make yourselves available JeuxDeTwizl.com JuegosDeFnafSisterLocation.com

8/07/2017 11:18 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

manfaat cabe rawit

11/15/2017 12:34 AM  
Anonymous kunjungi website said...

Thank you for sharing in this article obat perangsang wanita , I can learn a lot and obat kuat pria could also be a reference I hope to read the next your article update

2/05/2018 8:58 PM  
Blogger Lutfi Kurniawan said...

I have not been lucky, failed and always failed again. I will not give up

Mengatasi Gatal Di Selangkangan
Obat Leukemia Alami
Cara Menghilangkan Benjolan Dibawah Telinga
Obat Amandel Alami
Cara Mengobati Abses Payudara

1/29/2019 2:25 AM  
Blogger Zihan Amelia said...

I have not been lucky, failed and always failed again. I will not give up

Obat Luka Diabetes Ampuh
Obat Batuk Rejan
Obat Lemak Darah Tinggi Alami
Obat Nyeri Punggung Tradisional
Mengatasi Gatal Di Selangkangan
Obat Leukemia Alami

2/04/2019 2:32 AM  
Blogger pets worlds said...

Cool math games
www.coolmathgames.com

10/22/2019 7:41 AM  
Anonymous hrroman said...

If you are stuck with your Law assignment then in this case you can opt for our Law Assignment Help. we provide the bestLaw assignment writing UK.We also provideCriminal Law Assignment Help for students across the globe. for more information contact us +16692714848.

3/30/2020 8:30 AM  
Anonymous anker soundcore pro price said...

"Thank you so much for this excellent blog article. Your writing style and the way you have
presented your content is awesome. Now I am pretty clear on this topic. apple watch diamond bezel"

5/11/2020 8:31 PM  
Blogger eCom said...

thanks for sharing this stuffs, a very nice https://www.cekaja.com/info/cara-mengurus-polis-asuransi-hilang-dan-apa-saja-yang-diperlukan

10/09/2020 5:17 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Last Day on Earth: Survival Mod
city or countries. We develop

5/17/2021 10:46 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

digitechtricks.com
best interpretation of your words. I would also li

8/13/2021 9:20 AM  
Blogger Ace Infoway said...

This was a great post. Finding the time and genuine effort to make a great article… but what can I say… Thanks for providing these details. Love from Ace Infoway.

11/17/2021 6:39 AM  
Anonymous koreayadong.com said...

It’s really a great and useful piece of information. I am glad that you shared this useful information with us. Please keep us up to date like this. Thanks for sharing. Feel free to visit my website;
국산야동

1/12/2022 7:30 PM  
Anonymous chinayadongnet said...


Nice post. I learn something totally new and challenging on blogs I stumbleupon everyday. It’s always useful to read through content from other authors and use something from other sites. Feel free to visit my website;
일본야동

1/12/2022 7:30 PM  
Anonymous yahanvideonet said...

Hi there, You have done an excellent job. I will certainly digg it and personally suggest to my friends. I am confident they will be benefited from this web site. Feel free to visit my website; 일본야동

1/12/2022 7:31 PM  
Blogger SAFE SITES18 said...

Very helpful info specifically the ultimate part. 스포츠토토

1/31/2022 2:10 AM  
Blogger SAFE SITES18 said...

Simply wish to say your article is as amazing. The clearness in your post is simply great and i could assume you are an expert on this subject. 파워볼사이트

1/31/2022 2:11 AM  
Anonymous 슬롯커뮤니티 said...

슬롯커뮤니티

4/21/2022 2:23 AM  
Anonymous casinositehomecom said...

바카라사이트
카지노
카지노사이트


It’s really a great and useful piece of information. I am happy that you just
shared this useful information with us. Please stay us informed like this.
Thank you for sharing.

5/25/2022 7:26 AM  
Blogger Safe Toto site said...

토토사이트
토토
토토게임


What’s up it’s me, I am also visiting this website
regularly, this web page is really good and the users
are in fact sharing nice thoughts.

5/25/2022 7:36 AM  
Anonymous betmantotopro said...

스포츠토토
사설토토
프로토



I want to to thank you for this good read!! I absolutely loved every bit of it.

I’ve got you book-marked to look at new things you post…

5/25/2022 7:37 AM  
Anonymous sportstototvcom said...

토토사이트
스포츠토토
해외스포츠중계



Wonderful, what a web site it is! This web site presents
useful information to us, keep it up.

5/25/2022 7:38 AM  
Anonymous Majortotosite Com said...

Hi there! I could have sworn I’ve been to this website before but after browsing through some of the post I realized it’s new to me. Nonetheless, I’m definitely delighted I found it and I’ll be
bookmarking and checking back often! 메이저사이트

6/03/2022 12:49 AM  
Anonymous Racesite Pro said...

I admire what you have done here. I like the part where you say you are doing this to give back but I would assume by all the comments that this is working for you as well. 경마사이트

6/03/2022 12:49 AM  
Anonymous Oncasinosite Net said...

This is a fabulous post I seen by virtue of offer it. It is genuinely what I expected to see look for in future you will continue subsequent to sharing such an extraordinary post 카지노사이트

6/03/2022 12:49 AM  
Anonymous casinositetop said...

I just found this blog and Hopes it continue. Keep up the great work,
바카라사이트
카지노사이트
온라인카지노
바카라사이트닷컴

7/02/2022 2:48 AM  
Anonymous casinositewiki said...

I enjoy this kinds of own post. It Like this knowledgeable blog.
온라인카지노
바카라사이트
카지노사이트
온라인카지노

7/02/2022 2:55 AM  
Blogger Ricky C. Smith said...

Thank you so much for this post, I was Impressed by your post a lot I am also here to advertise our Virtual Telehealth website. I am so using these tips. Thank you again.

11/02/2022 8:48 AM  
Blogger Realtor Niagara said...

Looking For Cheap houses for sale in Niagara Falls? Durgesh Patel, Realtor is the right place. We offer a wide range of real estate products like cheap houses in Niagara Falls, cheap to rent homes in Niagara Falls, apartments for sale in Niagara Falls and many more. Contact us with your query or call us at (289) 969-2036.

1/10/2023 5:09 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

"Thanks for sharing ths valuable content!.

I've found a web portal and APIs can be very useful when sending bulk SMS offers. The thing I like most about them is that they allow me to send really targeted messages based on specific criteria, which makes it easier for me to increase sales and customer satisfaction at the same time!

Click to know more:
bulk sms
bulk sms india
dlt registration
"

5/01/2023 3:06 AM  
Blogger Balance ayurvedic center & spa said...

Your website's tagline was truly amazing and I loved it. I have found this site accidentally and I like your blogging style. Thanks for sharing informative and good quality stuff.
Ayurveda massage near me | Ayurvedic spa near me

10/31/2023 3:29 AM  
Anonymous 메이저 토토사이트 said...

Enjoyed reading the article above, the article is very interesting and effective.

5/11/2024 11:58 PM  
Anonymous safetotosite said...

I am truly grateful to the owner of this web page who has shared this impressive article.

5/11/2024 11:59 PM  
Anonymous casinositenet said...

It is in reality a nice and useful piece of information. Thank you for sharing.

5/11/2024 11:59 PM  
Anonymous casinositekim said...

I am satisfied that you simply shared this helpful information. Please stay us informed.

5/11/2024 11:59 PM  
Anonymous mttotosite said...

Thanks designed for sharing such a pleasant idea, post is fastidious, thats why i have read it fully

5/12/2024 12:00 AM  
Anonymous sportstoto365 said...

Good day! I would like to offer you a huge thumbs up for your great info on this post.

5/12/2024 12:00 AM  
Anonymous cmriindia said...

Keep up the excellent quality writing, it is rare to see a nice blog like this one today

5/12/2024 12:00 AM  
Anonymous 메이저사이트 said...

This is a wonderful blog that I want to read it twice! Thanks ! Keep it up.

11/06/2024 2:34 AM  
Anonymous 토토사이트 said...

I feel very grateful that I read this article. Still waiting for some, Thanks

11/06/2024 2:35 AM  
Anonymous 파워볼사이트 said...

Awesome article you write, it was exceptionally helpful data here! Cheers,

11/06/2024 2:35 AM  

Post a Comment

<< Home