Trophy Hunting and The Toddler

Hunting may very well be ingrained in our DNA due to our, “Hunter-Gatherer” ancestry, but in 2015, it is hardly necessary for our survival. Therefore, with few exceptions, all modern hunting is, “trophy hunting” and is done merely for sport. So, while our instinct to hunt for what was necessary nourishment is clearly based in history, Continue reading Trophy Hunting and The Toddler

Epidemic of Pettiness

The idea that, “perception is reality” and therefore justifies belief in an untruth or inaccuracy is ridiculous. Whether gathered from social media, television or just local rumor, consideration for information accuracy is critical for a society based on integrity and fair play. In order for this to become prevalent however, our population must become more Continue reading Epidemic of Pettiness

Racism

American history is rich with chapters of which we can all be proud ; likewise, there are also chapters in which we should all be disappointed. America’s majority and minority alike will need to become much more educated and empathetic to the circumstances of the other before further significant progress can be achieved. BD reference information Continue reading Racism

One Too Many Americas

These politicians represent an America unrecognized by me. My America is freedom, awe-inspiring landscapes, ingenuity and empathetic leadership that protects those unable to protect themselves. Their America is pure greed. BD http://mobile.nytimes.com/2015/05/29/opinion/selling-off-apache-holy-land.html?_r=1&referrer= http://reverbpress.com/politics/arizonas-gop-senators-play-dirty-sell-apache-holy-site-foreign-mining-company-video/

Things That Don’t Matter for $200

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/05/24/obama-salute_n_3331762.html http://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/obama-puts-marines-on-umbrella-duty-irking-conservatives/2013/05/17/cad75a5a-bf0f-11e2-97d4-a479289a31f9_story.html I’ve been hearing about these two ridiculous stories for two years now, and the only thing worse than their illegitimacy, is their intended positive effect on the small and narrow-minded. If you suspect that you may fall into this category, you may consider the following alternate perspectives: In reference to above article about Continue reading Things That Don’t Matter for $200

Human Rights vs The Vatican

http://www.npr.org/2015/01/30/382374060/from-laundering-to-profiteering-a-multitude-of-sins-at-the-vatican-bank Mass graves and evidence of unimaginable abuse found at Catholic run boarding homes, countless substantiated cases of sexual abuse at the hands of catholic priests, and now this. Catholicism may indeed be a, “religious organization”, and may indeed sponsor legions of small community factions that perform selfless acts of kindness for which they are Continue reading Human Rights vs The Vatican