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A new Declaration of Independence: how to win back our freedom from the technocrats

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The idea that modernization through technical development will lead to a better life has proved to be untrue. It has caused problems such as environmental degradation, social ills in urban areas, and the loss of individual autonomy. These problems and effects need to be reversed.

Author: Siegel, Charles
Publisher: LENS Publishing Company, Inc.
Publication Name: Utne Reader
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 8750-0256
Year: 1996
Social aspects, High technology, Conduct of life

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A declaration of sustainability: 12 steps society can take to save the whole enchilada

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Many companies and corporations such as Ben and Jerry's Homemade Inc are now espousing socially and environmentally responsible policies in their operation to ensure sustainability of the earth's future. Some strategies are suggested towards this end.

Author: Hawken, Paul
Publisher: LENS Publishing Company, Inc.
Publication Name: Utne Reader
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 8750-0256
Year: 1993
Ice cream and frozen desserts, Methods, Usage, Appreciation, Business enterprises, Environmental policy, Sustainable development, Environmental protection, Ben & Jerry's Homemade Inc.

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Deconstructing Willie: the taco as imperialist symbol

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A scholarly debate has been stirred by Taco Bell's commercial titled 'The Woman with the Rose Tattoo' which features Texan native Willie Nelson. Analysts dissect the Freudian symbolisms in the commercial in an effort to give insight into the message.

Author: Harrigan, Stephen
Publisher: LENS Publishing Company, Inc.
Publication Name: Utne Reader
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 8750-0256
Year: 1993
Eating places, Advertising, Television advertising, Performances, Taco Bell Corp., Nelson, Willie

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