When gathering with some friends and most family, people have said there are two off-limit conversations, Politics and Religion. I, myself, have made this mistake on more occasions than I can keep track of, this blog may add to the count.
Is it possible to extinguish all politics and all religion from conversation or a society? It seems that in the absence of one the other only becomes stronger. Our founding Fathers left a Religiously controlled government to have the ability to worship freely and create a fair political system. Even the death of Jesus came down to Religion vs. Politics.
So my question is, how much is too much? These two pillars will always be with us so what is fair and balanced? Currently, it seems that government is overstepping our Capitalistic boundaries, but this is still not something people agree on. If our business freedoms are not enough to move us to action will our religious freedoms do it?
There are countless conversations and opinions on social media, radio and of course that’s what the news stations live for, and yet these are still off-limits. In conversation, people are passionate about what they believe politically and religiously all-the-while having freedoms stripped from them.
When the President stepped into GM and sent the CEO packing, people were supportive of that intrusive move. But, what if he didn’t like the food you serve in your restaurant or the way you manage your business? Is it ok for the government to make these decisions? If you collect government funds is it ok for the government to tell you how to spend them or how to live day-to-day? Popular opinion seem to say, "yes, if you’re an auto maker and you took a bailout," but what if you’re a Postal Worker? They work for the government for government funds everyday.
How much is too much? I have definite opinions about politics and religion. I lean to the side of religion and conservative politics. I guess my inner struggle is, what can be done about it? I hate the frustration I feel about the politics being committed while there seems to be no strong voice opposing it. Will religion rise up to fight? Will the Vatican denying Notre Dame’s idea to give President Obama an horary Legal degree spur an uprise? I seriously doubt it, but I hope something does very soon.
I don't usually write like this and hope you will read some of my other pieces. I guess the news of the day has me feeling more opinionated than usual (holy smokes!). Don't be afraid! I believe and coach to have balance in all things, so I will take my own advice in this matter also. Have a great weekend and Happy Mother's Day to all the Domestic Diva's :)
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