The old joke is that if you put all the world’s economists end to end they still wouldn’t reach a conclusion. That’s another way of saying that economists routinely disagree with each other—often completely. Nonetheless, much of the public and many journalists treat a recommendation from a group of economists like the word from Mt. Sinai—as long as they agree with it. That kind of response was widespread when, as the Wall Street Journal recently reported, a group of economists … [Read more...]
Socialist “Green New Deal” Laughably Ridiculous
We’re told global warming gives us only 5, 10, 12 more years (depending on the doomsayer) before the planet is irretrievably doomed. “Therefore, act now!” alarmists demand. Of course, they’ve been saying the same thing for 10, 20, 25 years. It’s become impossible to spoof these people… Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s socialist Green Deal is so laughably ridiculous even the leftist leadership of her own Democratic Party is running from it. Amid the backlash, she's apparently removed … [Read more...]
Cornwall Alliance Guide to Prayer for the Environment and the Poor
Thank you for participating in the Cornwall Alliance’s Day of Prayer for the Environment and the Poor! Throughout March 1-25, we will share many specific prayer requests for the environment and the poor. Here, however, are some broad, general ideas to guide you in prayer: First, begin with praise and thanksgiving to God for His wisdom, power, and love displayed in all of creation; His faithfully preserving all of creation; His just judgments in creation for man’s sin; His plan to … [Read more...]
