It is very simple to distill life down to black and white; right and wrong; and, good and evil. However, if we are all connected in the universe, what does that mean. Do social interaction and social institutions have yin and yang balance and need that balance in order to thrive and flourish.

Let us think about this for a second.

In the world of physics when studying forces, every force has and equal and opposite counter force. This is called, Newtons third law of motion. As a result, yin and yang exist in the study of physics accordingly.

It seems to me that many people might think that Freedom is inherent in our system and that our type of freedom must be exported to all other parts of the world. Without getting too technical, empires and civilizations have been trying to accomplish this from time immemorial. Too keep it simple, a quick read of Gulliver’s Travels will illustrate the illogicalness of civilizational export. Who cares how I eat my breakfast or if I eat breakfast at all. When we start flexing muscles especially in the world of international politics power usually rules. No matter how much of a soft power one thinks they extort, when you have a six fold military might from the rest of the world your soft power can and will be backed up.

For the Americans it is dammed if you do and dammed if you don’t as well. I am not anti-American at all. I am just scared when that power is being disguised even from its people. The Americans, every one of them could be living. All living the standard of living next to none if their population was educated. Educated in the manner of social studies and philosophy so that when they hit it big, first they don’t squander their riches but also so that they can give back to the community.

What does this have to do with yin and yang?

Well to put it simply, the world still is divided between the us and them camps the haves and the have nots. As a result, we need balance. When we tip the canoe sometimes we just drift away. As a result, we have been polarized and many resort to apathy. Searching for the mighty dollar does not give you happiness but it certainly gives you freedom. Freedom to get away with things. Freedom to travel. Freedom to learn and educate yourself. Freedom to talk and freedom to be confident and maybe happy. However, if you let things be then your a drifter and apathetic drifter.

As a result, we have three camps, the us, them and the apathetic drifters. In the end if we all just let things be and let the us and them camps show their true colors then we will all have true freedom. Freedom not to be labeled and all be free to drift. Drift in time and place and drift to true happiness.

As a result, yin and yang combined with apathetic observers who let yin and yang exist. To be an apathetic observer you must be educated to a certain degree and have had a taste of at least three classes of society upper, lower middle classes and poor. If when going down a few steps in social status does fix your issues with society and create you to want to read write and become an apathetic observer and just let things be. Because letting things be will let the universe run its own path. Yes, we must all be masters of our own destinies but knowing when one can and when one cannot is key. So the safest bet is to let things run their own course, everyone’s true colors show up over time; individually, and societally.

After watching the latest Jordan Peterson podcast with Dr. Randy Thornhill on parasitism and political affiliation it is was hypothesized the more conservative you are the more likely for one to be xenophobic. I agree with this hypothesis.

The data presented was pretty interesting and I think valid.

As a result, it is imperative that we learn that “the Spanish Flu” pandemic was a precursor to the most xenophobic regime know to man, The Nazi’s. So, the rise of xenophobia and the stressors associated with filth and parasitism. These next few years we must be careful not to fall into the trap of the past because ultra right xenophobia is on the rise and must be curtailed so that we do not end in a world war.

Are we ever aloud to talk incoherently; publicly, in any case? Maybe, but you must choose your words when talking in public. When in private depending on the company speech can and will cause some to shutter, others to love and many to tune out.

Public, private discourse and art need to understand that we live in a society or global market place of ideas that time and place can and will determine how one will speak. Power has much to do with this relationship.

Time and place mean development of the area you live and the laws which govern the citizens in that time and place. Development means the development of the mind and laws that; that, time and place adhere to. Not to delve into the area of behaviorism what makes one speak; Or, speak at all.

this is an oversimplification of course and I will examine societal development or civilization in the next article.

What makes one go to a protest or fight for ones rights to gather as a collective. If we are to take power as central to this, many can and will be disappointed. For example, sanctions for someone in an unequal economic relationship can and will work over time. For example, the Cuban population has been under sanctions from almost the birth of their socialist nation. The US with much more power and economic clout is the dominate power in the area and a socialist country 90 miles from their border is a catastrophe and thorn in the side the American psyche.

To see the cheers of the Americans to turmoil in Cuba, is them shifting their power for a regime more conductive to American hegemony. So, is this the real will of the people or just another power maneuver or lack of any other options.

Think about the right to self determination and sovereignty, the latter not that important anymore. So, power imbalances can and will show one what options one has and does not.

Back to free speech. What can you say and when you can say things? You cannot say anything unless one is an authority and it really comes down to “Money Talks.”

What is in an identity?

To think about it; identity, is what makes one sleep at night.

If you are comfortable with your identity then you can and will be able to accomplish anything.

Those with identity issues will most likely have difficulty in life because that search can and will run one down.

Why are we so compelled to define oneself in the first place? That is a great question and one that can and will benefit one to answer.

I have chosen to remain silent for a while because a lot has been happening. COVID has stretched everyone’s patience and I know we all need to do the right thing but it is difficult when our leaders do not even know what the right thing is.

What is the right thing? I truly do not know either. We have been caught off guard and I think that we here in the developed world are confusing rights with public health. In Canada, we have the quarantine act and your rights can be stripped if you have a contagious disease I think since 2016.

The faster we realize this the faster we can get on with normal life. If you are a threat to yourself and others you can and will lose your rights, until one understands that actions can and will be sanctioned if deemed dangerous. Is this good, I think so.

So please stop the nonsense and live civilized life. No one said you are free to hurt yourself so don’t do it.

I have taken a few days to react to this event. Not only was it a shame after inciting his followers to storm the bastille 4 of his supporters including some police officers lost their lives.

If any regular citizen incited riots they would be rounded up and arrested in no time.

Privlege and afluenza in the USA and other capitalist societies, nevermind only captialist but in all societies is what is at issue here. Consistency in the rule of law must be applied if we as citizens are to trust our legal and political systems.

There are no sides in this battle but one of regaining the legitimacy of our political order/orders.

This can be seen as a problem world wide and people are losing faith in our systems and major ethical and corrupt deficientcies are found throughout the (east/west/north/south), world.

Although most would like to forget the last four years of American politics, it just illustrates how a man with money and power can capture the whole state apparatus and maybe some changes needed in the electoral system. Although, Trump was sucessful in some major areas in US politics, economics and foreign policy. His arrogance and detestability caused massive social devide.

As a result, America is now polarized and divided in a civil war like mentality, its war in a new sense. I hope armed conflict can and will be avoided and that is why I say “never trust a politician,” becuse they do not care about personal circumstances or how many lives will be ruined or lost just so that they can hold power. Yes, their are a few good politicians out there but never trust them because once the calculations are out of your favour you will be stabbed in the back.

To end this post, I would just like to encourage all who hate violence, civil strife and arrogance to think about what a world would be like without violence just think about it and then think how one can make this a reality, your comments would be greatly appreciated.

academia.edu/resource/work/717086

I agree with Gramsci! Uninformed discussion is mere rhetoric.

For background read this article first: https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/critical-theory/

I’m not sure that the end of Democracy will come soon but it is inevitable as our freedoms through every stage and new hurdle have been curtailed.

In the Canadian context the first past the post voting system is far from democratic or best form of Democracy (Proportional Representation)

The Supreme Court of Canada will hear on the first past the post system and it will be really interesting to read the decision.

If we care for democracy we will have electoral reform but it would change Canada forever just like P.E. Treadau changed canada in the 70’s with mulicultralism and a new constitution. Fitting that Justin Treadau would also make another monumnetal change as to how Canada works following in his fathers footsteps.

If we take Democracy for Granted we will loose it. So proportional representation is the way to go. Lets do this.

Continue reading “Critical Theory and the End of Democracy. The Canadian Context.”

This is no easy word to define. Although, I will try to attempt to put this term into context from my last entry.

It is hard to be a pacifist. When one tries to be peaceful and not harm anyone and others seem to instigate problems it can be a cause for alarm. Sometimes as in other situations like on the ice in Hockey; a knuckle sandwich, is all that is needed to gain momentum and are put one in line. What a brutish sport, but one I love.

In real life; however, it is not so clear cut. Some believe that force is sometimes necessary. I tend to disagree. If we are to set the example, we must use other methods aside from being attacked or defending one’s right to live.

If we lived in the perfect world we would not have to worry. We would have guns, we would not be afraid of our lives because everyone is stable. However, that is not the case. It is very complex. In a previous entry I explained that I was for the carrot and stick diplomacy of the US of A. Yes, for the time being. However, once we all come to a realization then we will not need to force others not to exploit their people directly with state apparatuses. Now, will we see the date that we can all become pacifist I certainly hope so.

The literature says you can be a pacifist and war in just cause. I also tend to agree and disagree but sway to disagree in most instances. Now, when we all come to the conclusion that war is bad it will do wonders for the world civian economy.

Maybe we need a revolution in Civilian economies or was that globalization. Some people think being a globalist you have to be wealthy, well I think that is not that good of an assumption. As a result we are falling victim to populists, however, if a populist is pacifist then they should get a fair shot at leadership.

War even for military men and women is and always is the last resort. It is truly HELL on earth and let us not fall for it again. We should be loving and not competing. Just imagine what another big war will and can do. IRAN and North Korea have to capability to do much damage even world annihilation if thats not enough we should all vote for pacifists instead of war mongers.

Pasifits need to talk and need to organize; so, educate.

To speak of dignity, is to speak of the inherent nature of respect given to a being, place, thing, memory or even rock to name a few. When people disrespect another and call them names, purposefully ignore them, and maybe just plain disrespect can be a harm against someone’s dignity. But first one must understand what RESPECT means.

In this context, it is a very broad meaning of RESPECT.

People disrespect people all of the time. It is natural, instinctual and sometimes not even known.

I remember when I was a lot younger than I am now sibling rivalry was just that sibling rivalry. Some took it personal, some took sides in a sibling rivalry and others were afraid to do the right thing. The right thing to do in my opinion is to let the subjects cool down, and have a respected person talk to them about an incident or multiple incidents.

Taking sides makes no sense and usually staying out of the problem or minding your own business would be the right course of action. No need for peacekeepers here. I remember even at confession mentioning my sibling rivalry.

Sibling rivalry can happen for a variety of reasons. First and foremost it is inherent in our culture of competition. If you are raised especially as athletes in competitive sports even video games can turn nasty. I have to admit the first time I lost a computer game to my younger brother I lost it. And I lost it bad, I still remember I was Cameroon and he was Brazil in FIFA Soccer on the Sega Genesis. He must of felt proud to beat me but he must have been scared from my reaction because I scared myself.

Over the years, I have grown and matured from the ten year old playing video games. But, life is not a game and sometimes sibling rivalry can take a lot of steam out of ones engine. I know my brother looked up to me and every time he felt he defeated me he relished it and it is sad but somewhat natural. He has been nagged on by others to dislike me and it is frustrating.

Time can heal many wounds but people do not know what trauma is and sibling rivalry is not one of them. So to all those who want to ruin this family FUCK OFF!!!!!! There you go. I have not yet died. If people cannot see what I am saying I know many others who have the same problem. It is very insulting and disrespectful to interject into a quarrel between brothers.

If you are not qualified do not meddle. So, we are social beings who all make mistakes. I have made millions of mistakes and smile every morning because I am alive and breathing. Yes, I was difficult to be around sometimes but that is me, my journey and my life. Once again, we all have growing pains, set-backs and issues but never let that get between your unit. Sometimes, being a voice of reason you can make many enemies especially enemies who want to thwart the truth.

It is fine, I’m fine! and I lost a lot of respect for a lot of people in my sibling rivalry.

You know who you are.

So, even though I have beef with alot of meddlers. I still have to treat them with dignity. Yes, my first reaction would be a huge knuckle sandwich to anyone innocent and deserving of one. But that would be against dignity. It would also be against dignity to retaliate or even seek revenge. The mystery of life has a funny way of working things out and realization of ones miniscule problems can never hurt.

We are here once, make the best of it. Do not forget who you started life with. At least respect them enough to give them a call once and a while. The game of life is not a game if your playing by yourself. So, life is not a game it is a reality. Once again make the best of it and do not go out of your way to piss off the only people who really care about you. That is all I have to say about that.

So, yea

should I be upset, off course does it ruin my mood yes does it stop me from living, NO. I was raised to be a machine, and I will not stop until my heart stops ticking. My values are rather self-evident. I do not go out of my way to ruin someone’s day, I use to unknowingly but now I make sure I do not. I am sure.

These are some of the lesson I instill in my children. If you have not known already Gabrijel is the kindest funniest kid already. He reminds me a lot of my younger brother in his mannerisms at that age. Like I said, funny how this life works. And Ivy I cannot express how much the little things mean nothing when I look into her eyes.

So, yes it is a good thing that I can raise children to teach me that no I cannot be a machine since I am human and humans need to pass it on to the next generation.

I know they are in good hands because I am a militant humanist. if you want to know what that means it means that I buy into the carrot and stick diplomacy of the USA.

I never thought I would say this but Thank You USA for all the hard work. Now it is time to stop the rhetoric and all focus on what is important and that is to treat all with dignity which is very American and very natural for all people.