Both sides need to listen first. At this point, lack of trying to understand is getting both sides killed.
democracy
What you Ask is Telling
People ask black leaders to speak out on rioting and vandalism. There is some validity to that. However, some say it to get them to shut up about their concerns. To me that is like asking me to do something about the KKK and white supremist. They are not my problem because I am white. … Continue reading What you Ask is Telling
Confession over Hillary
We were/are so sexist that a woman could not get elected.
Troubled Times
I am not condoning violence and rioting in any way. However, the events we are experiencing reminds me of when I was in college. One of my friends came back from a riot excited he had hit an officer with an apple he threw. He was white and is now a state trooper. If caught … Continue reading Troubled Times
If America Was a Family
consider the people on welfare like the weird brother
Racism is Trauma
Liberals believe the world is bad. Conservatives believe it is getting worse. They believe it is because we are getting away from the morality of the fifties and of God. Of course I am drawing too broad of strokes. But my concern is the idea that people in poverty and engaged in poor choices must … Continue reading Racism is Trauma
Sheeple
consider how we can be wrong before deciding others are wrong.
What is Quarantine
I was drinking a cup of coffee this morning and thinking of funerals (as one does). I acknowledged that if a loved one died during quarantine I would have been mad. I would say it does not make sense that bars are open and that protests went on, but a funeral could not be held. … Continue reading What is Quarantine
Your Bible Your Rules
the Bible is for you to read and use to live your life. Not to use it to tell other people how to live their lives. Not to dictate and make laws.
Last Hurrah of America First
When the Trump presidency ends, we will need to come together. There needs to be some give and take. Some concessions. The republicans can put candidates out there that is pro-life. The democrats will not get enraged as long as the judges appointed are dedicated to the rule of law. A republican president can work … Continue reading Last Hurrah of America First
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