Political Tipping Point

Political Tipping PointHave we finally reached a political and cultural tipping point?

Have people grown weary of having to weigh every word they say for fear of offending someone?

I believe we have reached an impasse.  People are beginning to lose patience with the Social Justice Warriors.  They are finally saying, “That’s enough!”

For too long, we have allowed ourselves to be censored, ostracized, and unfairly labeled with one of the terrible words ending in “ist”.  We have been bullied into complacency.  The more we obeyed, the more they demanded that we comply with their ever-growing list of ridiculous standards.  Things have gotten to the point where the only way to avoid offending these self-appointed censors is to keep your mouth shut entirely.  They lay in wait for a word or a thought that does not align with their agenda.  They want to silence us through intimidation.

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Absence of Character

Absence of Character

In the wise words of Abraham Lincoln, “Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man’s character, give him power.”

I am struck by the blatant absence of character displayed by some political leaders today. Their insatiable desire for power causes them to engage in whatever tactics they deem necessary to advance their party and position.  They misrepresent facts and shamefully smear their opponents in order to manipulate the American people.  These politicians do not want to solve problems.  Rather they want to use problems as a weapon against their political enemies.

Our founders fought a revolution in order to take power from the government and give it to the people.  America was never intended to be a nation led by self-serving politicians.   Our founders understood that they were entrusted to speak for the people.  They possessed integrity which is  a quality now scarcely found in our nation’s capital.

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Hate is not a Solution

Politics of HatePoliticians are using fear and hate as a means to gain power for their respective parties.  Hate is not a solution to any of America’s problems, so perhaps our leaders should devise a better  plan to address serious issues plaguing our country.

America deserves leaders who possess the talent to govern and achieve results without being divisive.  We cannot move forward to address important issues when every proposal is met by politicians running to the podium to twist the truth and spin the facts.  Solutions are not judged on their own merit but rather by the party who proposed them.  The welfare of  the American people has taken a back seat to partisan politics.

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Shame on You!

Shame StickLady

This post is for all those who never miss an opportunity to politicize a tragedy, no matter how inappropriate.

It is also for those who use the words racist, sexist, homophobic, etc. to slander good people and shut down free speech.

Is there no line you will not cross?

Shame on you!

 

 

 

Are we still Patriots?

Patriots StickLady

When President Trump spoke to the UN General Assembly in September of 2017, he asked the question, “Are we still patriots?”  He directed that question not only to members of the international community but also to the American people.  For me it was a very somber moment.  I never imagined a day when an American President would have to ask that question.  It is both sad and alarming.  What is more discouraging is that I do not know if all Americans would answer that question with a resounding yes.

The founders of this great country were willing to die for the very idea of America.  They never wavered in their allegiance to their new home and their dream of living in freedom.  They were willing to pay with their lives to defend their new country.

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Attention Celebrity Court Jesters!

Attention all you celebrity activists who feel the need to lecture Americans on political and social issues.

You may think we look up to you and hang on your every word. This is probably a result of your egotistical nature and juvenile need to be the center of attention.   Let me clarify what we really think of you.

You are the world’s Court Jesters.

You exist only because we, your audience, grant you our attention. Your purpose is to entertain us.  We do not need your guidance to live our lives appropriately.  If we need guidance, we will consult smart people who are qualified to offer it.

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Mainstream Media Manifesto

The people of America are becoming casualties of the Mainstream Media Manifesto.  There are members of the media who have gone off the rails and forgotten their purpose.  The job of the media is to disseminate news and information to the people of America.  They are not elected officials nor are they the fourth branch of government.  Yet they are actively using their platform to manipulate and influence Americans.

What exactly is the goal of the mainstream media?  Do they have an agenda that includes undermining the principles upon which America was founded?  Have they taken sides in a power struggle between political parties?  Have they made a calculated decision to promote violence in our streets?  Are they willing to risk the abolition of the first amendment in order to achieve their goals?  No matter what your political affiliation, be afraid of the tactics being employed by some in the media to advance their own agenda.
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The world has lost its charm

There are times when I truly dislike the world in which we live.  I sometimes feel that the more we evolve the less civilized we become. There is no doubt that advances in science and technology have made the world a better place.  There is no doubt that those advances have made our lives easier and have reduced suffering.  But what about our humanity?

Among the many places I have lived over the past few years, my favorite was a 150-year-old Victorian house.  Living in a historical house was an eye-opening experience.  It was a glimpse into the lifestyles of people now long gone.

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Just Zip It!

Just Zip It!

Each morning, I turn on cable news to find out what is going on in the world.  I flip through all the different news channels in an effort to expose myself to more than one point of view.  I try to tune in to each channel for at least 15 minutes so that I have an opportunity to listen to several different personalities.  Some days, those 15 minutes are as unnerving as nails on a chalkboard.  News anchors have turned into political activists.  Political pundits present opinions as facts.  News stories are cherry-picked to support one narrative or the other.  The hearts and minds of the American people are being influenced by a media which has lost its ability to present the facts without the bias.

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Day of Tolerance

Day of Tolerance StickLady

I am merely a StickLady with a blog.  I do not have influence on a national scale.  I am not a celebrity or a news anchor.  I am not a mover or a shaker.  Still, I am proposing that America observe a Day of Tolerance.  I am hoping that my blog will allow me to reach a small audience  who may consider my suggestion.  I challenge you to observe one day of  open-mindedness.

For one day, make a concerted effort to listen to a new perspective.  You can choose the day, the time, and the method, as long as you vow to listen to an opinion that does not align with your own.   Perhaps you can change the news channel to one that does not represent your point of view. Buy a newspaper or read an online news feed that represents the opposing viewpoint.   Better yet, go online and google search a topic that is a hot-button issue for you.  Research that topic until you have a coherent, non-biased list of the differences that ignite debate.  I believe, if you can look at the facts without the emotion, you might find the differences are not quite so polarizing.

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