For the better part of the last two years, since completing my book, The Division of Light and Power, I have refrained from entering the national political fray, partisan fights and social media circuses, so you have not heard much from me. Today a sense of urgency requires me to speak out for the common good, with common sense, to illuminate the truth, to show a better way as a response to those who would lead America, and the world, further down a path towards destruction.
Thanks. I voted for you for President. and you are the only candidate whose name has ever shown up on my car. I can't imagine how you will get this population to befriend Russia, but it is desperately needed.
I would have voted for him for president, but by the time the primaries got to California, it was always narrowed down to two or three flavors of corporate concierges.
Oh how glad I am to see you using your voice again. One of the few politicians I've ever trusted. Met you on the presidential campaign trail in New Hampshire in '07. Still treasure my buttons and signed Constitution. Please bring your rationality and common sense back to public discourse. I taught critical thinking for 33 years at the university level. I feel I have massively failed.
Absolutely. I argue that critical thinking void of ethical-compassionate thinking is not really critical thinking. Great thinkers of the past --Einstein, Maslow, Fromm--viewed ethical thinking as essential to good thinking. (These are some of the matters I address in my substack, Humanities in Revolt).
I do agree that there is a need for ethical -compassionate is a large part of excellent critical thinking. But I see too many people feeling something but not going any further. Too many years of hearing I feel it, so it's right. I just can't tell you why it's right. I don't think any one of us here are lacking ethical-compassionate thinking.
Dennis, you're only 76. One more run? It's great to hear that you're about to enter the "fray" again. Our country desperately needs to hear common sense, well-articulated perspectives on peace, heath care, the environment, education, and social justice. Caring about these topics hopefully one day will be mainstream -- as opposed to 'far left' concerns.
I was thinking about suggesting this to Dennis as well. I was a Washington State delegate for Kucinich for President in 2004. He won the Washington State Democrats secure online presidential straw poll in 2007! My hesitation is that the powers that be seem able to get whoever they want into the White House.
Have always admired you and your work so very glad to hear from you again. My concern is that working for peace is not policy in this country. Hegemony with its military and economic aggressiveness seems core policy. So how will you/we/us reframe the dialogue and call to action that deals with this rotten reality.
Very big question indeed! One idea that keeps coming up for me is we must focus on the role of corporations and banking and how they control everything including the promotion of war for profit and greed/control. Just read one article that called for focusing on issues that people of all persuasions can agree. It noted the Rage Against War rally in DC that coalitioned with Libertarians as well as Lefties. The idea was to work on those issues felt by all classes of people, particularly the working class who once were the core of progressive politics. The need is to bring them back into a movement for change. If people come together on particular big issues then the leaders can begin to use these venues and experiences to educate on the bigger, broader analysis. What do you think of this?
Before I knew your name, I remember watching you on TV; you were one of the few people with the kohones to vote "No" with regards to invading Iraq. My ears are open to what you have to say today.
The corporate world does NOT watn peace. They want destruction, then re-construction, both of which feeds their pockets: destruction cia munitions, re-construction through all the money that comes from building infrastructure and all else they will destroy when they can. it's great that you keep trying, Dennis; we need to change hearts, to overwhelm greed with love.This issue is about profits vs. love of humanity. You know whish of these is fed by ENDFLESS WAR.
Dennis is back!! So happy to see you on the recent PNHPWA call. I walked precincts in your presidential campaign. When I'm down, I play the, "Wake up, America" speech from the convention. We need the Department of Peace more than ever, and your voice for an end to US hubris and myth-making, militarism, and corporate control of the public commons. Has everyone seen the 2016 film Arrival? Let's hear it for global cooperation. And Dennis!
Welcome back Rep. Kucinich! You were ahead of your time when you ran for President. Now the times have caught up with a strong progressive movement in spite of how the nation's political divide has considerably widened. 🙏
Welcome back! It would help to see what a paid subscription costs without having to click yet another button. I am 81 years old, still working, and glad to see that you are still speaking out.
I have a problem with Substack. I've paid $80 for a yearly subscription for the Kucinich Report and have received one report. Also, I have invited three friends using Kucinich one month free gift for each - and now - given the paucity of Reports and the expense, I'm seriously questioning the wisdom of subscribing. And of leading my friends into this. $80 for one report. Even if the report is once a month, $80 is more than I want to pay for this. Trying to access Kucinich helpers as with all other subscriptions is neigh on to impossible. There's no email access. No phone. Were there either, I would not write this comment here.
Thanks. I voted for you for President. and you are the only candidate whose name has ever shown up on my car. I can't imagine how you will get this population to befriend Russia, but it is desperately needed.
countykerry. we are related. My grandfather came from there.
I would have voted for him for president, but by the time the primaries got to California, it was always narrowed down to two or three flavors of corporate concierges.
Thank you for getting back into the fray. We need your perspective.
Please stay the course. We need strong voices for peace.
nay.
we Demand it.
& Welcome BACK!
Oh how glad I am to see you using your voice again. One of the few politicians I've ever trusted. Met you on the presidential campaign trail in New Hampshire in '07. Still treasure my buttons and signed Constitution. Please bring your rationality and common sense back to public discourse. I taught critical thinking for 33 years at the university level. I feel I have massively failed.
We teach them critical thinking, but we need to teach them to think from their hearts.
Absolutely. I argue that critical thinking void of ethical-compassionate thinking is not really critical thinking. Great thinkers of the past --Einstein, Maslow, Fromm--viewed ethical thinking as essential to good thinking. (These are some of the matters I address in my substack, Humanities in Revolt).
I mean I agree with your point about ethical compassion
In my lecture on creativity/imaginative thinking and social change, I quote from this powerful speech of yours: https://youtu.be/EcVDbs8rDRg
I agree
Wanted to share the first of a six part series I'm doing on Iraq. Part two will address resistance to the war, highlighting the efforts of the peace movement and elected leaders like you : https://jeffreynall.substack.com/p/invading-iraq-a-bipartisan-tragedy
I do agree that there is a need for ethical -compassionate is a large part of excellent critical thinking. But I see too many people feeling something but not going any further. Too many years of hearing I feel it, so it's right. I just can't tell you why it's right. I don't think any one of us here are lacking ethical-compassionate thinking.
Some of you might appreciate this newly published piece of mine: https://jeffreynall.substack.com/p/invading-iraq-a-bipartisan-tragedy
I don't disagree. I've just seen too many students not get past their emotional responses. So frustrating.
Agreed. We must be able to distinguish between rational and irrational emotions.
Or emotions based on misinformation.
Fellow Critical Thinking instructor. Definitely an underappreciated and often misunderstood skill.
Thank you. I appreciate your comment.
Dennis, you're only 76. One more run? It's great to hear that you're about to enter the "fray" again. Our country desperately needs to hear common sense, well-articulated perspectives on peace, heath care, the environment, education, and social justice. Caring about these topics hopefully one day will be mainstream -- as opposed to 'far left' concerns.
I was thinking about suggesting this to Dennis as well. I was a Washington State delegate for Kucinich for President in 2004. He won the Washington State Democrats secure online presidential straw poll in 2007! My hesitation is that the powers that be seem able to get whoever they want into the White House.
Have always admired you and your work so very glad to hear from you again. My concern is that working for peace is not policy in this country. Hegemony with its military and economic aggressiveness seems core policy. So how will you/we/us reframe the dialogue and call to action that deals with this rotten reality.
Tanya Marquette: I have same question. How do we change values?
Very big question indeed! One idea that keeps coming up for me is we must focus on the role of corporations and banking and how they control everything including the promotion of war for profit and greed/control. Just read one article that called for focusing on issues that people of all persuasions can agree. It noted the Rage Against War rally in DC that coalitioned with Libertarians as well as Lefties. The idea was to work on those issues felt by all classes of people, particularly the working class who once were the core of progressive politics. The need is to bring them back into a movement for change. If people come together on particular big issues then the leaders can begin to use these venues and experiences to educate on the bigger, broader analysis. What do you think of this?
welcome to Substack Congressman!
Before I knew your name, I remember watching you on TV; you were one of the few people with the kohones to vote "No" with regards to invading Iraq. My ears are open to what you have to say today.
Thank you for being on Substack Dennis. You are The Voice Of Reason!
The corporate world does NOT watn peace. They want destruction, then re-construction, both of which feeds their pockets: destruction cia munitions, re-construction through all the money that comes from building infrastructure and all else they will destroy when they can. it's great that you keep trying, Dennis; we need to change hearts, to overwhelm greed with love.This issue is about profits vs. love of humanity. You know whish of these is fed by ENDFLESS WAR.
Dennis is back!! So happy to see you on the recent PNHPWA call. I walked precincts in your presidential campaign. When I'm down, I play the, "Wake up, America" speech from the convention. We need the Department of Peace more than ever, and your voice for an end to US hubris and myth-making, militarism, and corporate control of the public commons. Has everyone seen the 2016 film Arrival? Let's hear it for global cooperation. And Dennis!
So glad to receive this. Big fan (not quite the right word). When money flows my way, I'll subscribe.
Welcome back Rep. Kucinich! You were ahead of your time when you ran for President. Now the times have caught up with a strong progressive movement in spite of how the nation's political divide has considerably widened. 🙏
Welcome back! It would help to see what a paid subscription costs without having to click yet another button. I am 81 years old, still working, and glad to see that you are still speaking out.
I look forward to reading your perspective.
I supported you for president too! Looking forward to being part of your community on Substack.
I have a problem with Substack. I've paid $80 for a yearly subscription for the Kucinich Report and have received one report. Also, I have invited three friends using Kucinich one month free gift for each - and now - given the paucity of Reports and the expense, I'm seriously questioning the wisdom of subscribing. And of leading my friends into this. $80 for one report. Even if the report is once a month, $80 is more than I want to pay for this. Trying to access Kucinich helpers as with all other subscriptions is neigh on to impossible. There's no email access. No phone. Were there either, I would not write this comment here.