Research shows that the body politic is not just a phrase: our physiological wiring can influence how we vote. People who support heavy military spending, wiretapping etc. are more likely to startle easily at loud noises and threatening images. The wiring of our bodies affects our desire for protection, and therefore our politics.
Now, I have [...]
Entries Tagged as 'military'
The Critical Vote
October 22nd, 2008 · 1 Comment · sustainability
Tags: bipartisan politics·critical thinking·culture·Democrat·military·physiology·Republican·voting
Standing Beside Mr. Elizalde
October 12th, 2008 · 2 Comments · health & well being, work
I respect the Oregonian for running a large front-page story this Sunday morning on the prevalence of military personnel who get raped — by fellow military personnel. In particular, I respect Jeff Elizalde for going public with the fact that this happened to him 30 years ago. He has guts.
Why am I covering this topic [...]
Tags: life·military·Oregonian·rape·sexual assault
