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Unlimited Power Leads To Unlimited Atrocities

Posted on December 18, 2024 by john

Dear Friends, It seems to me, unlimited power leads to unlimited atrocities. History is unambiguous on this. With examples spanning human history. Alexander’s slaughtering of the city of Thebes, Tamerlane’s atrocities against Hindus and Christians, up to today’s North Korean … Continue reading →

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Idealists In Government

Posted on November 20, 2024 by john

Dear Friends, It seems to me, the reason government fails at everything it puts its hand to, is because government is idealistic, while the world is complex. Which is why the private sector is pragmatic. In the real world actions … Continue reading →

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Captured By An Idea

Posted on September 12, 2024 by john

Dear Friends, It seems to me, a huge percentage of the human race, are effectively pawns without agency. Who? Those who are captured by an idea. They go through life parroting someone else words, zealously acting against their self interest, … Continue reading →

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