Copied from my Facebook note....
It is impossible for every two people to see eye to eye, to accept the decisions the other has made in life. But it is imperative that we teach the future leaders of this and all nations the importance of allowing such differences to exist. Social and political infrastructures must maintain an open stance such that people of all walks of life - races, religions, sexualities, cultures, creeds, etc - are able to develop communities that can be simultaneously be self-supporting and externally protected in so far that their existence does not themselves infringe on any other community's ability to properly function as equals.
As today is Spirit Day in honor of unfortunate young souls who have taken their life due to excessive bullying by their peers; I think it is important to not only speak up in favor of equality, but of in support of responsibility each generation has to properly set an example to the next. The youth will inherit the earth. Most importantly they will inherit all of the social and moral stigmas we salt the earth with. There is a difference between teaching your child to follow the same belief structure as you and another to teach them that they have the right to strip the dignity from anyone who may think differently than them. The responsibilty falls as much on our shoulders as parents, friends, family members, teachers, and potential role models for the lives of these children as those who directly bullied them. Because it was one of us that taught them it was ok.
In our schools there is a war being waged. It is a war for survival. It is a war for sameness and tradition. Long standing ideas are being challenged by the outspoken existence of those who threaten to bring about change. Revolution is the hidden message of every man or woman who raises a rainbow flag or brands their car with an equal sign whether straight, bi, or gay. It is the same revolution that errupted after the Boston Tea Party. It is the same revoultion fought by Rosa Parks. It is the same revolution which gave our daughters the right to vote. Without those who would shatter the blinders of tradition we would not see the world as round, nor would we understand molecular sciences. And just like with any revolution there will be those who do not wish to brave the great unknown that lies ahead and will fight back tooth and nail to disparage any hope of reform, often silencing any opposition before it's voice can join in the rally cry.
For equality and change to blossom our revolution must not mirror the opposition. We can not attack, bare our claws, or gnash our teeth. As with today we must stand unified and support each other, while simultaneously offering the acceptance to those who deny it to us. And by "us" I mean human beings who support respect and equality regardless of topic, not just those who are part of the LGBT label. Change and social progress should be the endeavor of all enlightened human beings, not just the oppressed.
Feel free to like and share with friends whether you agree or disagree with me.
It is impossible for every two people to see eye to eye, to accept the decisions the other has made in life. But it is imperative that we teach the future leaders of this and all nations the importance of allowing such differences to exist. Social and political infrastructures must maintain an open stance such that people of all walks of life - races, religions, sexualities, cultures, creeds, etc - are able to develop communities that can be simultaneously be self-supporting and externally protected in so far that their existence does not themselves infringe on any other community's ability to properly function as equals.
As today is Spirit Day in honor of unfortunate young souls who have taken their life due to excessive bullying by their peers; I think it is important to not only speak up in favor of equality, but of in support of responsibility each generation has to properly set an example to the next. The youth will inherit the earth. Most importantly they will inherit all of the social and moral stigmas we salt the earth with. There is a difference between teaching your child to follow the same belief structure as you and another to teach them that they have the right to strip the dignity from anyone who may think differently than them. The responsibilty falls as much on our shoulders as parents, friends, family members, teachers, and potential role models for the lives of these children as those who directly bullied them. Because it was one of us that taught them it was ok.
In our schools there is a war being waged. It is a war for survival. It is a war for sameness and tradition. Long standing ideas are being challenged by the outspoken existence of those who threaten to bring about change. Revolution is the hidden message of every man or woman who raises a rainbow flag or brands their car with an equal sign whether straight, bi, or gay. It is the same revolution that errupted after the Boston Tea Party. It is the same revoultion fought by Rosa Parks. It is the same revolution which gave our daughters the right to vote. Without those who would shatter the blinders of tradition we would not see the world as round, nor would we understand molecular sciences. And just like with any revolution there will be those who do not wish to brave the great unknown that lies ahead and will fight back tooth and nail to disparage any hope of reform, often silencing any opposition before it's voice can join in the rally cry.
For equality and change to blossom our revolution must not mirror the opposition. We can not attack, bare our claws, or gnash our teeth. As with today we must stand unified and support each other, while simultaneously offering the acceptance to those who deny it to us. And by "us" I mean human beings who support respect and equality regardless of topic, not just those who are part of the LGBT label. Change and social progress should be the endeavor of all enlightened human beings, not just the oppressed.
Feel free to like and share with friends whether you agree or disagree with me.
but then again my school lacked bullies.
and had gangs.
but no that i've matured i see the prejudice so much more.
=/ maybe one day it won't be so bad. i hope.
side note
Funny Games- liked it
Let the Right One In- liked it
Pathology-rented it. (is it really good, got my doubts on this one buddy)
sexy ladies in tight suits.. awesome arcade... bar...