Category Archives: Land Use

Riding the Tiger

Posted on June 2, 2008 by matt ohern

Many citizens, abetted by the MainStream Media, are clinging to oil and autonomobile dependency to the bitter end. A dismal reality of ever-climbing energy awaits them. Continue reading →

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Personalities and Prosperity

Posted on June 2, 2008 by matt ohern

Ever wonder why New York is full of neurotics and L.A. full of surfer dudes? In his latest book, Richard Florida suggests that regions, like people, have personalities — with big implications for prosperity. Continue reading →

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Three Little Words

Posted on May 19, 2008 by matt ohern

The phrase “no cheap energy” embodies an economic reality that is shaking the foundation of First World Civilization. But citizens and politicians still act as if they can ignore it. Continue reading →

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The Beltway to Easter Island

Posted on May 5, 2008 by matt ohern

Like the Eastern Islanders who built the big-eared moia, the engineers of the well-treed Capital Beltway are oblivious to the signs of impending ecological collapse. Continue reading →

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Second Battle of Fredericksburg

Posted on May 5, 2008 by matt ohern

A Yankee invader… er, investor… wants $30 million in incentives to build a giant waterpark in Fredericks- burg. Local foes say they are fighting to save the city’s tax base — and its soul. Continue reading →

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