Truth
I'm skeptical when someone claims they have the "truth." Frequently, they are just reflecting their belief in their universe.
Here's what my universe looks like.
People are basically good and lazy. We are formed by our genetics and habits. We tend to think everyone is like us and our friends. We are both right and wrong.
We've learned to trust people like us, and fail to double check what they do and say.
Politically, I hate the current name calling. It takes more than a sound bite, or FB comment to make someone change their mind. But we still need to listen.
What I hear when the current president speaks.... FEAR and EGO. He's afraid of anyone different than him, and fails to realize the USA is made of many different people and cultures. That is what makes us strong... pulling from the strengths of many, and learning from the history of all.
Truth is just a word. Saying it doesn't make it so. Please let me see your reasoning. Or tell me it is classified. It seems lately, everyone wants to know everything. The President seems to repeat everything he is told. His emotions are uncontrolled. In a way, this makes sense. No one has told him "NO." That's what we all need. We need to learn about the universe, choose how we want to see it, and make that universe the way it is.
Sorry for the philosophy. This has been floating in my head for a while. People are good, selfish, lazy, and greedy. They are self-centered and ignorant. Even so, we're pretty wonderful. If only we can convince others to see that diversity as a strength. Gay is just another way of loving, not an attack on families. Chosen families are as important as genetic families. You are lucky if you have your genetic family still. Many have cobbled together a family from their friends. They lack the common history, but have a common future.
Too many conservatives just want to go back to the past. Yet, I see the future as bright and beautiful. People will be judged by their efforts and their talents, not their hair and pedigree. Look past the obvious. Too many reject someone due to appearances. Tattoos? They must have limited career options. (not true, by the way...) She's got long, blonde hair? Well, she must be wonderful. (at least that seems to be FOX news staple.)
Frankly, I'm disgusted that all/most newscasters are blonde. What is that message?
The truth is different for each person. Please tell me what your truth is.... it says a lot about who you are.
Here's what my universe looks like.
People are basically good and lazy. We are formed by our genetics and habits. We tend to think everyone is like us and our friends. We are both right and wrong.
We've learned to trust people like us, and fail to double check what they do and say.
Politically, I hate the current name calling. It takes more than a sound bite, or FB comment to make someone change their mind. But we still need to listen.
What I hear when the current president speaks.... FEAR and EGO. He's afraid of anyone different than him, and fails to realize the USA is made of many different people and cultures. That is what makes us strong... pulling from the strengths of many, and learning from the history of all.
Truth is just a word. Saying it doesn't make it so. Please let me see your reasoning. Or tell me it is classified. It seems lately, everyone wants to know everything. The President seems to repeat everything he is told. His emotions are uncontrolled. In a way, this makes sense. No one has told him "NO." That's what we all need. We need to learn about the universe, choose how we want to see it, and make that universe the way it is.
Sorry for the philosophy. This has been floating in my head for a while. People are good, selfish, lazy, and greedy. They are self-centered and ignorant. Even so, we're pretty wonderful. If only we can convince others to see that diversity as a strength. Gay is just another way of loving, not an attack on families. Chosen families are as important as genetic families. You are lucky if you have your genetic family still. Many have cobbled together a family from their friends. They lack the common history, but have a common future.
Too many conservatives just want to go back to the past. Yet, I see the future as bright and beautiful. People will be judged by their efforts and their talents, not their hair and pedigree. Look past the obvious. Too many reject someone due to appearances. Tattoos? They must have limited career options. (not true, by the way...) She's got long, blonde hair? Well, she must be wonderful. (at least that seems to be FOX news staple.)
Frankly, I'm disgusted that all/most newscasters are blonde. What is that message?
The truth is different for each person. Please tell me what your truth is.... it says a lot about who you are.
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