Solstice

Summer solstice today. In ten days, we'll officially be halfway through the year; by school and financial calendars, into a new year.

It seems like 2020 has already lasted forever. We are so tired. And there's no letup in sight. COVID-19 is spiking in many of the states and cities that are re-opening, we're desperately trying to figure out what school is going to look like for the fall. It turns out that Multnomah County's re-opening was based on inaccurate data, and we may get backed down.

Every night, the cops are shooting at people downtown. There've been serious injuries. It's only a matter of time until someone gets killed. City Council made some cuts to the budget, and eliminated a few really egregious programs, but everyone agrees that's not enough. Still, a year ago, I wouldn't have said this much was possible.

I may live long enough to see major police reform, in Portland if not nation-wide. (I'm increasingly doubtful that "nationwide" will be a thing after the end of this year.) Will I live long enough to see the end of capitalism? God willing.

Books Available
Country Well-Known as an Old Nightmare's Stable
High-Voltage Lines
Knocking from Inside