Remembering Hiroshima & Nagasaki: Honor All Children’s Peace

Hiroshima (where my family emigrated from in 1892) was bombed in WWII on August 6, 1945, followed by Nagasaki on August 9, 1945. “The public is invited to gather to mark the 74th anniversary of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Japan by the United States during World War II. This beautiful and moving tradition … Read more

Arizona Legislators setting up a new Sustainability Work Group

What is a Sustainability Work Group and why are Arizona Legislators setting one up? For now, the draft purpose statement of the group states that it is to: “Work with businesses and sustainability organizations to develop a state sustainability plan for Arizona. Air quality, drought, fire, tourism, manufacturing, and transportation-these issues are related to each … Read more

The budget deal does not avert a government shutdown this fall

Last week, the House passed a two-year budget deal to lift spending, suspend debt ceiling: A large majority of Democrats voted for the legislation, while a majority of Republicans opposed it despite appeals from President Trump to support the bill. The 284-149 vote was one of the last acts by the House before lawmakers leave … Read more