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Who Killed the Electric Car?

Tuesday, August 24th, 2010

This week I watched an outstanding video titled “Who Killed the Electric Car?”. Released in 2006 this documentary was an eye opener to me as to the possibilities of electric motors in transportation. And more specifically, how easy it would be to convert to electric powered vehicles in the near future.

I have always been fascinated with alternative energy sources for automobiles. I remember when people started making their own bio diesel out of french fry grease.  That was cool. And then around the same time the Hydrogen powered engines started to be explored and discussed. But neither of these options were good enough.  They still left people dependent on someone else for the fuel source.

So then this week I see this (now 4 year old) video and I was just blown away by the potential of pure electric engines. I’m thinking… where have I been the past 1/2 decade? I’ve been thinking in the wrong direction. Why not put a solar panel on my house and charge my car while it sits in the driveway?  Why are we paying Billions (CAPITAL “B”) per day on oil to middle east nations, who want us dead by the way, when we could be driving around for FREE? and pollutant free at that.

The intent for this video was to expose the cover-up by GM and other auto makers who want to keep us dependent on oil and the combustible engine. The producer does a great job and I’m sold. I’m realizing that not only is it the auto makers who are to blame, but also the government and the oil companies are in on it. It’s a mess.

The problem with this movie is that the video ends with really no answer or solution. You’re sort of left with the feeling that there’s no hope in site. The government is too big, the oil and car companies are too strong. It’s a lost battle.  But not to fear… A lot has happened in the past 4 years. Here is a website dedicated to following up with people who want to switch to electric locomotion.  http://revengeoftheelectriccar.com You’ll see inspiring stories and see actual examples of people converting their gas powered engines to pure electric. All is not lost and there is hope!

In the midst of all the horrible political and economic news that we see on a minute by minute basis, this is one of the most exciting developments I have heard in a while  For the first time in a long time I’m actually hopeful for the future of transportation.

Side note: I read in the paper this week that Portland just installed 2 new FREE electric charging stations in the past couple of months. I think this is a good sign that we are headed in the right direction (for a change).

I wish I had time to list all the benefits of changing from gas to electric. But I don’t.  Just watch the movie and you’ll see what I’m talking about.

Watch the Movie:   Website | Amazon.com | Netflix

The whole movie is also available on YouTube if you don’t mind clicking through all 9 parts individually.

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Guns in Beaverton Grade School

Monday, March 30th, 2009

Just when you thought it was safe to send your kids back to school…

Yes, I know. We all panicked when the two boys in McMinnville ran down the halls slapping butts. (Story Here). Boys, girls, didn’t matter. They slapped them all. The parents in this small city were suddenly saddled with the enormous job of having to evaluate whether their kids were actually safe from the “Butt Slapping” monsters and others like them, or if these two domestic terrorists should be punished and possibly put to death.

Well it seems that the parents of the community didn’t feel like it was a big enough deal considering all the REAL issues we all face. So since the parents wouldn’t, the school itself decided to overstep its role and make criminals out of these kids. The two were interrogated, jailed, and officially charged with sex crimes. These kids were all set to spend time in prison and register as sex offenders. That is until the public stepped in and completely humiliated that principal for being such a insensitive piece of….. nuclear waste (I had to edit out what I wanted to say).

Well, after a long, hard, unnecessary battle, the charges were dropped and the children were allowed to have a childhood once again. Yes.. finally a happy ending….

But wait… the story doesn’t stop there. It’s happening again. And now we’ve sunk to an all new low. Apparently the public schools are just absolutely determined to make criminals out of each of our kids. They won’t stop until each of them are behind bars.

My child brought home a paper from their school principal today (**Read it here**) informing all parents that two children in the school have committed the worst crime imaginable. These two kids were caught red handed… in possession of… drum-roll please… a toy. A simple toy. Like the one’s YOU played with as a child. This is a toy that could have been purchased at ANY local department store in ANY of our 50 states. A toy that is otherwise VERY legal and has been played with by all children since the 1700s. A toy gun.

In all seriousness….

These kids were just charged with a crime. They could be jailed and have ‘violent criminal’ put on their record for life. They will likely be expelled from school, and have ‘action’ taken against them. All in the name of ‘zero tolerance’. Let’s all leave our brains at the door shall we?

I am really hoping that the public hears about this absolutely stupid act by our school system. I’m hoping that pressure is put on the school district to drop all charges and start evaluating these issues on a case by case basis.

I mean really… who was in danger? Noone. Who got hurt? Noone. Who could have possibly got hurt? Noone. This is a NON-ISSUE that is now going to give these kids a criminal background for life. Don’t we have better things to do with our time? Do they expect us to pass their tax increases so they can turn around and bully our children like this? Don’t they have better things to spend our tax dollars on?

So I’m officially calling for the Beaverton School District to do the right thing and withdrawal their vicious attack against these innocent children.

BEAVERTON…. DO THE RIGHT THING!

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Mayor Sam Adams – Portland is Ashamed

Thursday, March 5th, 2009

News Links:
KGW – Local News: Mayor Sam Adams-Beau Breedlove scandal shakes up Portland.
Willamette Week Online:

I feel like I’m pretty involved as far as what’s going on locally here in the Portland metro area. I listen to local radio and try to keep up on local events as much as possible. And although I technically live outside of the Portland boundaries, what happens in Portland still affects me and my family greatly. So for the purposes of this article I consider myself a Portlander.  

I have to say, I am saddened and embarrassed for Portland these days. Along with spending millions of dollars on things people don’t want like light-rail and overhead trams, we in the northwest seem to have no discernment at all in the type of people we elect for office.

Sam Adams - Wikipedia Image

Sam Adams - Wikipedia Image

I knew from the day one (long before he ran for mayor) that Sam Adams was a swindler. Did I have proof? No, not exactly.  But come on, we know who he is from his years on the city council and as commissioner where he did everything within his power to raise taxes, stop people from driving cars, bully local businesses, and aid illegals in getting jobs.

So should it be a shock when he comes out and tells us he lied about raping his underage intern Beau Breedlove? 

Actually, it should be a shock…. We in Portland should be downright astounded and flabbergasted. But for some reason… I’m not that shocked.  In fact, not shocked at all. Angry that he’s still in office? Maybe. But surprised? No. This doesn’t surprise me at all.

I’m just going to say it…  we’re all thinking it anyway. The reason he’s not in prison is because he’s homosexual. But not just any homosexual, he’s the poster child for homosexuality in the northwest. And this was a ‘gay rape’. Because he’s gay, he can lie about the rape BEFORE he is elected. Then he can turn around and admit to lying about it AFTER the election.  And for some reason the people of Portland don’t seem to care for the most part. (Portland is so ultra “PC”.) He seems to be getting a pass on it. I would think that the homosexual community should be up in arms right now because Sam has “tarnished” the gay reputation. But no, it appears they’re not really shocked either.

Side note: Just so we are clear about this. The issue in question here is NOT about being homosexual. We’re talking about Statutory RAPE. Sexual misconduct with a minor child. This is an act that would normally get a person serious prison time and a ‘sexual offender’ registration status.  

His comments were “…. I know I have let you down and made mistakes. I ask your forgiveness. I believe I have a lot to offer the city I love during this time of important challenges.”  Funny, it seems that the majority of the “Challenges” we’re facing right now are simply trying to hide our shame from his disgraceful actions.

Bottom line:  Sam Adams seems to have some kind of a spell cast on the people of Portland.  He apparently can do no wrong. Personally, I believe if he were not gay, and a city official, he would be in prison right now.  Do people really believe that rape is OK if you’re homosexual?  That can’t be true… can it? I challenge the gay community to do what’s right and publicly request (demand) Sam Adams’ resignation for breaking the law.

Is there any more hope for Portland? Yes, I believe so. But seriously, not if we keep electing people like this.

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