One Week, and Vacation Fades
admin December 25th, 2009
It may be unhealthy to feel a relentless need to keep at it, and I realize it sounds lame or rehearsed or fake, but it pulls at me.
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My name is E. Colin Ruggero. This blog focuses primarily on processes of social change, drawing from politics and culture. The name comes from the work of Antonio Gramsci, a huge influence on my thinking. Please comment. Feel free to contact me: ecolinr@warofposition.com
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