Give Peace a Chance!

Those who believe that the idea of peace is nothing more than an unrealistic notion embraced by liberals and hippies ignore its ability to heal and transform the world. Our world is being torn apart by a corrupt ideology rooted in the belief that violence solves problems. That enemies and opponents of our perspectives can be destroyed through literal violence or violent rhetoric. The time is now for advocates of peace to challenge the culture of war that threatens to continue to sow the seeds of violence into the fertile soil of democracy. We must peacefully resist attempts by the powerful to use violence to subdue the world for its imperialistic purposes. Peace must be the weapon for those who believe that change is not only essential but necessary if our world is to be rescued from the violent path that we are currently on.

Man Up!

It is time for men to recognize collectively they ways in which they have dropped the ball. The seemingly unwillingness of men to understand manhood in any empowering way has created a environment where men advocate for the privilege of manhood without proper sacrifices. This truth has give way to an environment and culture that affirms men’s narcissisms and allows men to actually act like boys. We must begin to redefine manhood apart from selfishness and domination. Manhood must begin to be connected with responsibility, integrity and pride in order to rebuild communities that are searching for men but yet are stuck with boys pretending to be ready for the mantle of manhood that covet but cannot fulfill. Our communities will continue to be missing a vital component essential to its health until men begin to learn what it really means to be a man.

New Alternatives

The American political system is broken. The two party system no longer incorporates progressive ideals into the political discourse. The country is moving further to the right and those who long for an egalitarian society are left with a democratic party that is weak an unwilling or unable to clearly articulate a vision that appeals to the disenfranchised. What this means is that for those who feel that their voice is neglected by the two party system they must begin to advocate for a new party. Politics as usual will continually leave those who classify themselves as disenfranchised frustrated and forced to compromise with a political establishment that views their concerns as not necessary to their political success. The time is now to begin the process of creating a legitimate political alternative to the foolishness of the Republican and Democratic Party.

It is not all about us!

Can we face the realization that it is not all about us? Are we able to accept the fact that the world was not constructed soley for our desires to be quenched? The truth is that we share this world and the importance of human life is not reserved for those who exist in the midst of these invisible borders.Our selfishness borders on delusions of grandeur that are propped up on notions of specialness. Truthfully, we must break free from the thinking that our specialness allows for us to trample on the humanity of others. We must recognize that it is not all about us, contrary to popular belief. The sooner we can begin to live a life in unison with others the closer we are to commnuity. Let's Get Free!

Indifference

Indifference is an ill-fitting outfit that most seem content to wear. The question is why do most wear indifference like a badge of honor? Indifference is a prison that seeks to isolate the masses from truth. The truth is that the inevitability of righteousness is a wise tale not grounded in fact. In fact in order to create change we must stand up to injustice and not be deterred by the vastness of the task. However, it seems that most our content to ignore the precarious position that we find ourselves in. To become drunk on delusions and immerse ourselves in fiction. The truth is that revolution is the only option. There are no other ways to alter the path towards something more humane. So let us embrace this truth and begin the process of dealing with the complex questions surrounding, what does it look like to create a revolution in the twenty first century? The time is now the only thing we have to lose is our chains. Let's Get Free!

Systemic Brokenness

Does the brokenness of the system simply reflect the brokenness of humanity? At times it is easy to place oneself above the fray inoculated by righteousness, feeling that you are the only one that understands. However, it is this arrogance that stifles change because it leaves many believing they are above critique. Truthfully, we all must share responsibility for the brokenness. To recognize that the systemic indifference is mirrored in our daily interactions. These interactions highlight our inability to truly open ourselves up to others. Selfishness maybe at the root of our broken system but it is our delusional position that seeks to convince us that we are immune to this characteristic that makes change difficult. So let us begin with acceptance that individual brokenness create the systemic brokenness that receives our righteous ire. Change will only occur when we recognize that our individual healing is essential to the healing of the world. Let's Get Free.

break free

The struggle to break free from the American plantation is compacted by the fact that most mistake the plantation for paradise. Sadly,the inability to distinguish between the two leaves most content to embrace oppression while they remain distracted by the fantasy induced state cultivated by corrupt corporations. So, the essence of freedom is lost because most believe that freedom lies in the midst of credit cards or pointless purchases of products meant to signify the good life. The time is now. We must begin to challenge and illuminate the true nature of this decadent system. This requires us to characterize the American system for what it is: A Plantation that still subscribes the masses to servitude. Our collective service must then be turned towards systemic change. If we do not wake up, the prospects for true freedom will forever be an illusion. Let's Get Free!

No More Chains

Chains seeks to confine and relegate the lives of the masses. However, this does not have to be the theme of our existence. We can resist the cultural themes that are indicative of a sick society. Our lives can be testimonies of goodness, honesty and integrity. Let us challenge the entities that seek to enslave instead of liberate. freedom from the chains of others is the right of every world citizen. So let us stop with our allegiance to corruption and our embrace of apathy. Let us begin to chart a new path where humans are valued and oppression is a thing of the past. Let's Get Free!

Struggle to Empower

The struggle to empower those who have been historically convinced of their weakness is at times daunting. Sadly, for most weakness becomes an accepted position and thus the victory of the oppressors is assured. It is essential that we challenge the chains that seek to confine us to positions of powerlessness. Unfortunately, for most an existence not predicated on the simplicity of ignorance and weakness is unappealing. It is a struggle to be free to awaken to the misery of the world. However, it is in the midst of this realization that we begin to live. So, let us break from the shackles that seek to limit the scope of our lives.