Planet Waves Daily Oracle for Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2019

Today’s Oracle takes us to the Cancer weekly for April 16, 1999.

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Beware of all appearances, especially the one that says you are going too slowly or even backward. A combination of factors is creating the illusion of delay, frustration and even a strange kind of retrograde motion (your mentor the Moon never goes retrograde, but in its current and very temporary “slow” phase, it can surely seem that way). In fact, current aspects are very likely to support your aspirations, but only if you make the necessary choices to support them as well. Mars retrograde in your sympathetic water sign Scorpio reminds you to trust your deepest creative instincts. Critics, bizguys, professors, pop, mop and the crew swell with opinions, but in the end, it’s the artist who makes the art in an independent act of self-creation. Right around now. Eh?


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Denver Teachers Strike over Bonus-Based Pay System, Demanding Reliable Salary Plan & Better Wages

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Denver Teachers Strike over Bonus-Based Pay System, Demanding Reliable Salary Plan & Better Wages
Public school teachers in Denver, Colorado, are striking for the second day, after negotiations between the teachers’ union and the school district failed to reach a contract over the weekend. The Denver Classroom Teachers Association is demanding an increase in teachers’ base salaries rather than putting money in incentives and bonuses. The Denver teachers walked out Monday following 15 months of negotiations over a controversial bonus-based pay system that educators say leaves them unable to predict their salaries and guarantee financial security. The starting salary for a Denver teacher for the 2019-2020 school year is $43,255, according to The Denver Post. This is the district’s first teacher strike in 25 years. Henry Román is a Denver elementary school teacher and president of the Denver Classroom Teachers Association.

Wright State Faculty Ends One of the Longest Strikes at a Public University in U.S. History
In Dayton, Ohio, faculty members at Wright State University have just concluded one of the longest public university strikes in U.S. history. On Sunday, the university’s administration reached a tentative contract agreement with the faculty union’s executive committee, which union members will vote to ratify in coming days. The strike began late last month, when the university imposed a contract on faculty members that worsened working conditions and decreased benefits. When the administration refused to negotiate, 85 percent of Wright State University’s union members voted to authorize a strike. Rudy Fichtenbaum is the president of the American Association of University Professors. He is the chief negotiator for the association’s chapter at Wright State University, where he is professor emeritus of economics.

The End of Ice: Dahr Jamail on Climate Disruption from the Melting Himalayas to Insect Extinction
A new report finds at least a third of the Himalayan ice cap will melt by the end of the century due to climate change, even if the world’s most ambitious environmental reforms are implemented. The report, released by the Hindu Kush Himalaya Assessment earlier this month, is the culmination of half a decade’s work by over 200 scientists, with an additional 125 experts peer reviewing their work. It warns rising temperatures in the Himalayas could lead to mass population displacement, as well as catastrophic food and water insecurity. The glaciers are a vital water source for the 250 million people who live in the Hindu Kush Himalaya range, which spans from Afghanistan to Burma. More than 1.5 billion people depend on the rivers that flow from the Himalayan peaks. Dahr Jamail is an independent journalist and Truthout staff reporter. He is the author of the new book “The End of Ice: Bearing Witness and Finding Meaning in the Path of Climate Disruption.”


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Planet Waves Daily Oracle for Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2019

Today’s Oracle takes us to the Aquarius weekly for January 12, 2007.

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Aquarius is now a potent focus of planetary movement, reminding us that the only constant is change. What most human beings struggle to change is their ideas, and I strongly suggest that you lead the way in revising your notions, beliefs and concepts as quickly as you have reason to do so. You may be concerned what people will think when you do this. You may feel it will cost you respect to change your mind. That is a fixed belief that many people have, and I can think of few mental habits that block progress more effectively. Let’s move on; we need some progress in this world.


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Glenn Greenwald: As Bezos Protests Invasion of His Privacy, Amazon Builds Global Surveillance State

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Glenn Greenwald: As Bezos Protests Invasion of His Privacy, Amazon Builds Global Surveillance State
Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos is publicly accusing the owner of the National Enquirer of “extortion and blackmail,” weeks after the paper revealed details about his extramarital affair. Bezos had recently hired a private investigator to determine how the tabloid newspaper obtained private text messages between him and his lover, and whether the paper’s actions were politically motivated. The National Enquirer’s parent company, American Media, Inc., responded to Bezos’s investigation by threatening to publish revealing photos of Bezos if he did not agree to publicly state that the Enquirer’s coverage was not politically motivated or influenced by political forces. Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Glenn Greenwald speaks about the dispute and Amazon’s role in building the surveillance state.

Glenn Greenwald Defends Rep. Ilhan Omar: Criticizing Israeli Lobby & AIPAC Is Not Anti-Semitic
Democratic Congressmember Ilhan Omar of Minnesota is facing criticism today after commenting on a tweet by Glenn Greenwald. On Sunday, Greenwald tweeted, ”GOP Leader Kevin McCarthy threatens punishment for @IlhanMN and @RashidaTlaib over their criticisms of Israel. It’s stunning how much time US political leaders spend defending a foreign nation even if it means attacking free speech rights of Americans.” Rep. Omar retweeted his post and added the line: “It’s all about the Benjamins baby.” She later named AIPAC as the organization paying American politicians to be pro-Israel.

“This Is Just the Beginning”: Greenwald on Rising State Violence & Homophobia in Bolsonaro’s Brazil
On Friday, an operation by Brazilian military police in Rio de Janeiro left at least 13 people dead after a shootout in the neighborhood of Santa Teresa. Police say they were there to investigate suspected drug traffickers but encountered gunfire when they entered the area. Last month, Rio’s new governor, Wilson Witzel, said that city security forces were authorized to shoot to kill suspects. He also said Rio should have its own Guantánamo Bay to house criminals, whom he labeled “terrorists.” Brazil’s new president, Jair Bolsonaro, has vowed to intensify the war on drugs. While running for president, Bolsonaro said a “good criminal is a dead criminal.” In other news from Brazil, Brazil’s first elected openly gay federal lawmaker, Jean Wyllys, recently left his post and fled Brazil, amid growing homophobic violence coinciding with the rise of Bolsonaro. He was replaced in Brazil’s Congress by David Miranda, a Rio city council member and husband of guest Glenn Greenwald.

Greenwald: How Can Democrats Support Trump’s Push for Regime Change to Seize Venezuela’s Oil?
The U.S. and Russia have proposed opposing draft resolutions at the U.N. Security Council as the leadership crisis in Venezuela deepens. The U.S. is calling for elections in Venezuela and for international aid deliveries to be allowed to enter the country. The Russians called out international intervention in the affairs of Venezuela and the threat of foreign military action. The Venezuelan government of Nicolás Maduro is accusing the United States of attempting to stage a coup. We speak to The Intercept’s Glenn Greenwald about the actions of Washington and of Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro.


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Planet Waves Daily Oracle for Monday, Feb. 11, 2019

Today’s Oracle takes us to the Capricorn monthly for May 30, 2005.

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Just remember you’re the boss. It is true that you may live with other people and getting your way in any community is always a matter of politics. But yours is the way that must be had so put your excellent negotiating skills to work take some initiative and make sure that things work out the way that you both need and want. The point is you’re not going to be taking any nonsense anyway so rather than slug it out you might as well get things started on the right foot.


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Monday Morning Horoscope #163 for Feb. 11, 2019

Aries

Aries (March 20-April 19) — Astrological weather for the next few days is likely to be edgy for just about everyone, though some may be able to burn that energy as fuel or ride with the tide. Don’t forget to go easy on yourself, as well as on others, and try to keep a grasp on the astute and pragmatic aspects of your mind. That said, amid the turbulence, you will probably have at least one profound flash of insight, which could lead to inspiration and possibly a new understanding of your current purpose. Notice also if a theme appears to be repeated. This may be especially relevant. Get your full Aries reading by Eric here.

Taurus

Taurus (April 19-May 20) — Uranus is now in the final degree of Aries before it re-enters your sign for its seven-year stay. This may well be something of a restless time for you, as you prepare to stretch and grow in all the ways you’ll be encouraged to. Stay in touch with your sense of fairness in dealings with others, and do your best not to let impatience govern your actions. Instead, notice where the tension is excited most, which could offer valuable information on where specifically you need to aim. This is coming from a deep stratum of your psyche; to grasp its language may bring considerable healing. Get your full Taurus reading by Eric here.

Gemini

Gemini (May 20-June 21) — Do your best to avoid taking part in any quarrels that don’t immediately concern you. Distractions and diversions tend to come in thick and fast these days, so that it can take skill to deflect them all; it’s especially easy to find oneself drawn needlessly into an argument. Yet you likely know exactly where you really need to focus your efforts: what you are working on is of profound importance, and speaks to your highest purpose and goals. Keep close to your inner guidance, and surround yourself with people whose presence is congenial and nourishing to your soul. Get your full Gemini reading by Eric here.

Cancer

Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Remember that things are not always as they appear at first glance, and that often hidden agendas or motives can exist, sometimes without the understanding of the person who holds them. This is not an invitation to general suspicion. Merely, if you’re presented with an offer or request, even one that seems innocuous on the surface, check in with your intuition. If something feels strange or out of place, dig around a little and see what emerges; the resulting information, regardless of its nature, may help you understand many facets of this situation a little better. Get your full Cancer reading by Eric here.

Leo

Leo (July 22-Aug. 23) — Be ready to take the high ground in any dispute with a partner or friend. That means listening earnestly to the other party’s argument, trying to empathize with their point of view, maintaining calm where possible, and responding with compassion and reason — which is by no means the same as acquiescing if you cannot do so truthfully. If you notice fear or jealousy taking hold, pause to analyze that material. Don’t judge it; simply acknowledge its existence as a potential driving factor. All this may not gain victory for your position, but it will earn you respect. Get your full Leo reading by Eric here.

Virgo

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sep. 22) — Go easy on yourself just now, and try to take any agitation of mind, especially relating to self-doubt, with approximately a handful of salt. Above all, don’t allow it to prevent you from continuing to carry out an essential long-term project. The benefits of this may be somewhat hidden from your view at this moment, but they are being palpably felt by others — or they will be. If faith is not forthcoming, grit your teeth and use determination instead, adding stubbornness where it’s needed. Within a week from now, the pressure will almost certainly have subsided. Get your full Virgo reading by Eric here.

Libra

Libra (Sep. 22-Oct. 23) — You have the capacity to be a force for calm amid the storms of the week ahead, in part because you’re nicely situated at present to channel your energy constructively, including through creative arts if you’re involved in that. Additionally, you bring much-needed maturity and diplomacy to the table. Don’t be surprised if others turn to you for reassurance, compassion or a listening ear, and be ready to offer such help should it be requested. You will almost certainly learn something useful in these encounters, which could guide your own healing and growth process. Get your full Libra reading by Eric here.

Scorpio

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 22) — Tolerance may be a useful watchword to keep in mind at present. Many people, regardless of their political or moral viewpoints, tend to have difficulty tolerating specific qualities in others. The point of view that everyone is unique, or that there is always some common ground to be discovered, has gone out of fashion, replaced by identifying people with social demographics, with statistics or with abstract ideas. In the week ahead, which many will find tense and some even chaotic, you might do well to remember that we are each different, and yet also all part of the same species. Get your full Scorpio reading by Eric here.

Sagittarius

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 22) — Acting with entire transparency seems like an impossible standard to obtain at this particular moment; yet it’s one you would do well to aim at. This doesn’t require you to make pointless disclosures to strangers; rather, it initially involves awareness of your personal motives, and then being clear about them where there is an ethical requirement to do so, which includes willingness to listen to any responses you might receive. Be the straight arrow that flies swift and sure in any wind; embrace your passion for truth. This is the side of you that shines brightest. Get your full Sagittarius reading by Eric here.

Capricorn

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20) — One of the problems with our current socioeconomic system is that human beings are not technically viewed as having intrinsic worth; rather, our importance is tied to what we can do. This may be one reason why people are so competitive: feeling one’s significance to be greater than someone else’s means that at least it’s higher than zero. Starting with the premise that everyone has inherent value by virtue of existing would imply a very different culture; yet this idea is fundamentally true. That includes you. Once you recognize this, you will feel much lighter in your mind. Get your full Capricorn reading by Eric here.

Aquarius

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — It is not possible to cover every eventuality with strict rules or with statistics. There will always be exceptions, hence the facility for laws to be altered and to allow for individual freedoms. It could be argued that the various permutations of the Golden Rule at times transcend everything else. Grant yourself the right to choose your independent path, irrespective of whomever this might offend — and remember that some people are very ready to be offended. Your existence is more important than anyone’s social norms, comfort or sense of certainty. Get your full Aquarius reading by Eric here.

Pisces

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — Lately, in the service of your mission, you’ve had to confront certain old fears. They might not seem familiar at first glance; they may appear as if they have brand new faces; yet these are more than likely to be the very same you’ve dealt with previously, only wearing different masks. If you notice this, it’s a positive thing, because it means you’ve beaten these adversaries before and can do it again, and more thoroughly. Take courage. You possess more gifts and resources than you realize, and this time you’re working from an excellent vantage point, armed with useful information. Get your full Pisces reading by Eric here.

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Mars, Meet Uranus; Chiron, Prepare to Move

There’s a lot of pent-up energy looking for a way out currently. Can you feel it? Two main astrological factors are at work: one is a handful of planets in the final degrees of their signs; the other is a Mars-Uranus conjunction in Aries that’s exact on Wednesday at 1:21 am EST (6:20:31 UTC).

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Throwing sparks; photo by Tom Bullock under CC 2.0

I’m going to describe Mars-Uranus first, because that’s likely to be the influence you’ll feel more personally, immediately and possibly dramatically. First and foremost: Mars-Uranus is classic “fall, crash, shock” accident astrology.

It’s crucial this week to be careful with sharp, hot or electrical tools. Have someone spot you if you need to climb on a high object, even a chair, to get something. Uranus puts particular emphasis on the electrical and electronic theme, and on any kind of technology. This means drive with full focus when you drive — no calling, texting, etc. Pull over if you need to re-program your GPS. If you’re already prone to moments of road rage, please be extra mindful about taking some deep breaths and counting to 20 before reacting to anything annoying while on the road.

As luck would have it, this conjunction also takes place in the last degree of a sign — a position often described as having a sense of urgency. Any sign’s last degree (which will have a ’29’ next to it, but which is really the 30th degree) is known as ‘anaretic’. Planets in an anaretic degree can often manifest as a sense of being at a crisis point in a certain area of life, or may come through as erratic tendencies, such as in decision-making processes.

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