I was listening to Trace Atkins singing Toby Keith’s song- Ships that Don’t Come In. Here are the lyrics I want to talk about: So here's to all the soldiersWho have ever died in vainThe insane locked up in themselvesAnd the homeless down on Main It’s a tribute to soldiers mostly, but that line about … Continue reading We are all Locked up in Our Minds
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The Case for Universal Healthcare: A Personal Experience
A family member needs a heart transplant but has inadequate insurance, highlighting the necessity for universal healthcare to prevent costly medical crises and ensure equitable treatment.
The High Cost of Healthcare
A family member's struggle for a heart transplant highlights the shortcomings of the U.S. healthcare system, emphasizing the need for universal healthcare to ensure access to quality, affordable preventive care for all.
Are We Prepared
Are we prepared? As we know, January 6th was enacted by left wing operatives that were sent there to……disrupt the proceedings. Luckily for them, Trump has promised to pardon them. I’m not sure why he would do that. Why would he want to pardon his enemies that broke the law? I guess he is just … Continue reading Are We Prepared
Bullying
Bullying is now part of public school curricula, focusing on fostering a protective environment among children. However, the influence of adult behavior and school culture complicates this initiative. Children face their own anxieties and challenges, making it difficult to act against bullying. Adults should model empathy and understanding before expecting children to do so.
Redefining Patriotism: A Call for Inclusivity
The post emphasizes that true patriotism involves supporting all citizens, not just those who succeed by chance. It argues that a nation's greatness lies in caring for the suffering and recognizes that societal upliftment will benefit future generations. True pride in a nation requires ensuring respect and safety for everyone, or it remains meaningless.
Tony Robbins for President
The United States needs to set goals. There is a nonstop debate about where our country went wrong. Then we cleanse our pallets by telling ourselves how great we are, just before returning to our pointless tug of war of who is right and who is wrong. Who is right about abortion, poverty, drugs, healthcare, … Continue reading Tony Robbins for President
Welcome to the Baader-Meinhof Phenomenon
The Term simply means that when you notice something you start to notice more of it and noticed things that go along with it. So like if you see a VW bug or you buy one, you start to notice how many are out on the road. We've been told that the culture is going … Continue reading Welcome to the Baader-Meinhof Phenomenon
The Impact of Tough Love vs. Nurturing Support on Overcoming Poverty
There are two schools of thought when it comes to the poor and needy. Provide assistance and take care of people or tough love- let them suffer so that they grow into a person that does not need help I do not believe either works. I do believe people that suffer but grow are … Continue reading The Impact of Tough Love vs. Nurturing Support on Overcoming Poverty
Poverty is Like Divorce
People often tout their overcoming hardships when talking about welfare. They respond, get to work, instead of a hand-out. People like that should be given more respect than they are. Their point of taking care of yourself as empowering and producing the best outcome is valid as far as it being the best way. Yet … Continue reading Poverty is Like Divorce
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