Author Archives: Mike Bock

To Help Our Constitutional Democracy Get Out Of Its Deep Hole, We Need The Zeal, Energy And Idealism Of Youth

Posted on October 25, 2016 by Mike Bock

I like the story about two economists on a walk who fell into a deep hole. One economist asked, “How will we get out?” The other answered, “I’m going to hypothesize a ladder.” Trump has revealed that our democracy is … Continue reading →

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Education In 2046, Chapter 1: Congress Demands That Schools Develop Human Intelligence

Posted on October 24, 2016 by Mike Bock

When my great-great niece Anna is 19, in 2030, according to Ray Kurzweil, author of, “The Singularity Is Near,” she will be entering adulthood into a world stunningly different from what it is today. Five years ago, 2030 seemed a good target … Continue reading →

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Ron Alban, Citizens For A Better Kettering, Disputes Claims By Kettering Mayor Don Patterson Concerning Issues 31-35

Posted on October 14, 2016 by Mike Bock

This morning I met with Ron Alban, spokesperson and leader of Citizens For A Better Kettering (CBK). Alban explained that up until late May the group had no intention of putting proposals on the ballot to change Kettering’s City Charter … Continue reading →