Tag Archives: incentive

Ignorance in the Information Age

Posted on June 1, 2014 by john

Dear Friends, They say we live in the “Information Age,” but it seems to me, we live in an Ignorance Age. We have access to heretofore unimagined volumes of information, we have the ability for very little … Continue reading →

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Corruption and Poverty

Posted on May 29, 2014 by john

Dear Friends, It seems to me, there is nothing more destructive of a nation’s economy and standard of living, than corruption in government. This is obvious but also can be proven simply through observation. Corrupt public officials corrode … Continue reading →

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Deflation and Deficit Spending

Posted on May 26, 2014 by john

Dear Friends, It seems to me, the real reason economists, politicians and Central Bank Presidents are so terrified about deflation, has nothing to do with any pernicious incentives deflation would introduce into the economy, but actually because it … Continue reading →

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Our Lack of Outrage

Posted on May 19, 2014 by john

Dear Friends, It seems to me, I wouldn’t be surprised to find out the US, or any other government, is placing subliminal messages to conform and obey in the media. I am not saying they are, or that … Continue reading →

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Freedom, Conniving and Rice’s Non Speech

Posted on May 4, 2014 by john

Dear Friends, It seems to me, Condoleezza Rice’s withdrawing from giving the commencement speech at Rutgers, bespeaks of a serious problem all of our republic’s face, that of the crushing of free speech, freedom of association, freedom of … Continue reading →

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Logically Consistent Measure of Right Versus Wrong

Posted on April 27, 2014 by john

Dear Friends, It seems to me, what most of us consider wrong, depends on whether we identify with one or the other actor. While this is perfectly human, being subjective, it is not a good measure of good … Continue reading →

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Persistence

Posted on April 24, 2014 by john

Dear Friends, It seems to me, persistence in the face of adversity is a sign of inner strength, and the only way to succeed. We all meet challenges in our daily lives. It is the human condition. To … Continue reading →

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God and the State

Posted on April 21, 2014 by john

Dear Friends, It seems to me, government is intent on replacing God, and in doing so they demand equal supplication. This is not a new thing, the ancient empires all did it. The Egyptian Pharaohs were considered the sons … Continue reading →

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Uplifted People

Posted on April 17, 2014 by john

Dear Friends, It seems to me… it is impossible to lift someone up by tearing them down. This logic applies in all walks of life and in every circumstance. Those who claim otherwise are abusers. To lift someone up, … Continue reading →

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Weakness Begets War

Posted on April 14, 2014 by john

Dear Friends, It seems to me… weakness always begets war. The Ukrainian crisis illustrates the weakness of the West in negotiations with Russia, brought about by the fecklessness and stupidity of our leaders. One point I have not heard … Continue reading →

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