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When someone labels you, it can be tough to soak off.
But, as observers, we should all learn not to judge people by what someone else labels them.
Conservatives like to call their fellow conservative opponents “liberals.” They are now fixated on calling their actual liberal opponents “communist.”
When one goes to vote, is that person influenced by someone else’s label for a candidate?
He or she should not be.
Labels on food are designed to be factual. They let potential buyers know what is in the package they are picking up.
Often, they let one know how many calories one would consume by eating or drinking the product.
Hopefully, the product’s maker is not misleading consumers by lying on the label.
But, when people are labeled, the intention is not to inform. The intention is to scare or mislead.
It’s one thing for a person to call himself or herself something. That’s telling all who will listen who they are, and how they might react to certain situations.
When others label a person, one should take it with a grain of salt.
As voters, we should rely entirely on what a person has done, or has said. We should not rely on what others say about them.
The exception here is when a person is accused by another of wrongdoing. The accused is very unlikely to admit guilt, at least right away. But, if the accusations are true, or the accusers show credible evidence to back up their allegations, one should take them seriously.
Of course, people can redeem themselves and warrant forgiveness. But, observers should be wary of any redemption efforts. They could be a charade.
When others label a person, it’s often to tell others what such person MIGHT do when he or she is in office.
They are designed to let fearful imaginations run wild at the prospect of this person having power or authority.
Make no mistake. Some politicians or candidates deserve what they are labeled. But, to deserve a label, there must be evidence to back it up.
People often get labeled because what they are proposing, or offering, is good for the public. Good ideas can lead to bad labels.
So, don’t judge a person by what others label him or her. Let them speak, or act, for themselves to tell you who they are.
The act of fighting off a label can be a noble trait. The act of fighting for others who need help is honorable.
So, in this election season, vote. Vote for good people who will work for you. Vote for people who will do their best to keep their promises.
Not voting will get you nothing more than an imaginary label.
Peter
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WHEN POLITICS TAKES HUMANITY AWAY
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We value humanity as integral to our existence.
The Golden Rule says: “Do unto others, as you would have them do unto you.”
But, some in public life are working very hard to try to tell us that SOME of us are worthy of our humanity, while others are not.
If you favor X, you should be treated well. If you oppose X, you should be treated badly.
As a result, we have public policies that literally dehumanize the opponents of those in power.
The policy takes shape by first dehumanizing those who don’t LOOK like, or whose surnames are dissimilar, to those in power.
Then, it moves on to those who look and have surnames similar to those in power, but express views differing from those in power.
It goes further, thereby declaring those in science and others who live by and tell the truth as something less than human.
If you believe this is not who we are, or this is not who we should be, YOU can do something about it.
You can work for political opponents of those in power, who strive to restore humanity.
If you can’t do that, make it a point to vote for those candidates at every level, and at every opportunity.
Working for candidates requires a great deal of sacrifice. Voting may also require some sacrifice.
But, if you want to restore our humanity, the sacrifice will be more than worth it.
Those in power want fewer people to vote, because their dehumanizing policies are not popular.
They will try to mess with elections. They may even try to interfere at polling places. That puts voters at some risk.
But, don’t let their tactics deter you. Don’t let long lines deter you. In fact, if the lines are long, be thankful as well as patient.
Local law enforcement and election authorities must do all they can to prevent ANY interference – foreign or domestic, federally authorized or otherwise – with our elections. Remember: State and local authorities control elections, not the federal government.
Most of the local officials are dedicated to free and fair elections. They encourage ANYONE eligible to vote to vote by whatever methods are allowed. They ensure that if one votes, and follows the rules, his or her vote will be counted. The goal is to have as many eligible voters as possible at the polls casting votes.
So, this year’s elections may not seem like a threat to our existence. But, they could be a threat to our humanity.
Under no circumstances will sitting out the election solve this problem, particularly if you are looking for change.
So, work for candidates if you can. But, having all eligible voters vote is a must.
Peter
We value humanity as integral to our existence.
The Golden Rule says: “Do unto others, as you would have them do unto you.”
But, some in public life are working very hard to try to tell us that SOME of us are worthy of our humanity, while others are not.
If you favor X, you should be treated well. If you oppose X, you should be treated badly.
As a result, we have public policies that literally dehumanize the opponents of those in power.
The policy takes shape by first dehumanizing those who don’t LOOK like, or whose surnames are dissimilar, to those in power.
Then, it moves on to those who look and have surnames similar to those in power, but express views differing from those in power.
It goes further, thereby declaring those in science and others who live by and tell the truth as something less than human.
If you believe this is not who we are, or this is not who we should be, YOU can do something about it.
You can work for political opponents of those in power, who strive to restore humanity.
If you can’t do that, make it a point to vote for those candidates at every level, and at every opportunity.
Working for candidates requires a great deal of sacrifice. Voting may also require some sacrifice.
But, if you want to restore our humanity, the sacrifice will be more than worth it.
Those in power want fewer people to vote, because their dehumanizing policies are not popular.
They will try to mess with elections. They may even try to interfere at polling places. That puts voters at some risk.
But, don’t let their tactics deter you. Don’t let long lines deter you. In fact, if the lines are long, be thankful as well as patient.
Local law enforcement and election authorities must do all they can to prevent ANY interference – foreign or domestic, federally authorized or otherwise – with our elections. Remember: State and local authorities control elections, not the federal government.
Most of the local officials are dedicated to free and fair elections. They encourage ANYONE eligible to vote to vote by whatever methods are allowed. They ensure that if one votes, and follows the rules, his or her vote will be counted. The goal is to have as many eligible voters as possible at the polls casting votes.
So, this year’s elections may not seem like a threat to our existence. But, they could be a threat to our humanity.
Under no circumstances will sitting out the election solve this problem, particularly if you are looking for change.
So, work for candidates if you can. But, having all eligible voters vote is a must.
Peter