Perishing For Lack of Knowledge

   Are you aware of what’s been going on in the world lately?  How well do you follow current world events?  I assume, since you’re either listening to this by radio or reading this in print, that you are already well informed, much moreso than the average person.  But I’d like to begin today with some news briefs regarding things that have taken place just recently, and just see if you’ve heard of these things.
 
   Just as a reference point, as I prepare this message we’re nearing the middle of August, 2020.   Let’s start with Los Angeles, where the mayor there, Eric Garcetti announced on August 6th that he ordered the LA Department of Water and Power to cut off the water and electricity to any homes, venues or businesses in violation of COVID-19 “safety measures.”  This will potentially put thousands of people in serious danger.  We’re no longer just talking about a fine for not wearing a mask; now, if you disobey the mayor’s edict, you’ll find yourself with no water for drinking, cooking and sanitation purposes and no electricity to run home appliances or medical devices.  
 
   And I wonder if you’ve heard the name Susan Rosenburg.  In the 1970s and ‘80s, Rosenburg was active in the far-left revolutionary terrorist May 19th C ...