I've been utterly swamped with schoolwork today, but wanted to post this one quick thought: If anyone out there hasn't read Marx's Communist Manifesto for himself or herself, please do so at your earliest opportunity! This is one of the most misunderstood documents ever written. For far too long it has been slandered and a bastardized version has been used for propaganda purposes, by our own government, to show us just how "bad" and "evil" socialism are and why we should continue to support the capitalist status quo that has enriched the powers-that-be. See for yourself what all the uproar is about, don't take anyone's word for it, including mine. Complete copies are available online at no cost, I think it can be found on the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy, just google either that name or Communist Manifesto. You're going to be surprised when you read it, this will really open your eyes.
By the way, I've already had someone in one of my classes respond to one of my posts with the phrase "America - love it or leave it". I wrote back that I'll take option #3 - change it.
“The fact that an opinion has been widely held is no evidence whatever that it is not utterly absurd; indeed in view of the silliness of the majority of mankind, a widespread belief is more likely to be foolish than sensible.” - Bertrand Russell
Peace,
AuntieM
About Me
- AuntieM
- I returned to school after a 20+ year absence and have since completed a Bachelor's in Sociology and a Master's in Public Administration with a concentration in Nonprofit Management. I work for a nonprofit organization where I do fund development/grant writing, manage government contracts, and assist with organizational compliance and transparency. I am also adjunct faculty in the Sociology department of a local community college. I am married, no kids, 2 cats. I am also an aspiring author with one novel completed thus far, so writing comes very naturally to me. I have long been a supporter of various liberal causes, and have reached the point in my life where I feel the need to give voice to my beliefs. This blog is intended to be a public outlet for those beliefs. It is a collection of original essays on peace, justice and positive social change, and how we can get there from here. If it raises awareness, generates discussion and makes people THINK, then it will have served its purpose.
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