Here is a direct link to my interview with John Gambling of WWOR Radio.
http://www.houndbite.com/?houndbite=22296
He and I were discussing my latest novel, Universal Coverage. It was a pleasure speaking with a broadcaster like Mr. Gambling, someone who takes his time, allows the guest to speak, and yet keeps the show moving. I look forward to being on his show and others again soon.
Geroge Will, who has been known to show amazing insight, penned a great column yesterday. Here is my favorite part:
“Before equating Harry Reid to Henry Clay, understand that buying 60 Senate votes is a process more protracted than difficult. Reid was buying the votes of senators whose understanding of the duties of representation does not rise above looting the nation for local benefits. And Reid had two advantages — the spending, taxing and borrowing powers of the federal leviathan, and an almost gorgeous absence of scruples or principles. Principles are general rules, such as: Nebraska should not be exempt from burdens imposed on the other 49 states.”
The emphasis in BOLD RED is mine.
Let there be no doubt. This so-called healthcare bill is as bogus as the day is long. And not many years from now Americans will be kicking and scratching each other for the FAVORS the government-run system (which will replace the private sector after Congress destroys it with their nonsense) meters out a pittance of the monies collected in taxes, fees, and other extortion-like practices.
Thus, read my novel, Universal Coverage, for a preview of what it’s going to be like. It won’t be pretty.
The cover design for my novel, Universal Coverage, has been finalized. Here is a look at the front:
A few cover blurbs came in at the last minute, which kept the designers working over time. I think it was worth it. I like the look, the message it sends, and the way it stands out among other books. Look for it online or at a bookstore near you on 15 December 2009. You can pre-order if you like, too.
In the my latest novel, Universal Coverage, an entrepreneurial-minded doctor named Steven Jossy converts a cruise ship into a floating hospital. This is not exactly a new idea. The U.S. Navy has had hospital ships for many years. However, could you imagine striking out and re-establishing your life aboard a permanent location in the ocean? Well, some creative people have envisioned just that.
Seasteading is the term they have coined, and I think appropriately so. The concept is that the ocean is a new frontier, a place to form new societies. Given the current political climate around the world, it might be a good idea. The engineering challenges are not as great as they might have been years ago. After all, there are mega-cruise ships trolling the ocean, carrying up to three or even four thousand passengers plus an equal amount of crew. Six to ten thousand people is a small community, but it could certainly be a pleasant one. Furthermore, it is possible for these smaller groups to be linked to others in loose or firm alliances. The legal ramifications are quite intriguing.
For more about seasteading, check out the website www.seasteading.org. It will make you think. That’s a good thing.
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