"A
point of view can be a dangerous luxury when substituted for insight
and understanding." - Marshall McLuhan (1911 - 1980)
Below are essays
that I have written expressing my personal views on a variety of
issues. Writting these essays alows me to organize my thoughts,
ideas, and opinions.
While I have strong opinions and beliefs, I maintain an open mind.
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Individuality
Issues:
06-14-03
The Acceptance of the Erroneous Views of Others
06-18-03
The Question of Why People Turn to Others to Give them Direction
11-13-03
A Philosophy to Life - A Key to Guidance and Decision Making
02-04-04
No Regrets
12-10-04
The Fallacy of New Years Resolutions and the Like
Political
Issues:
07-09-03
Abortion
& Responsibility - A Pro-Life Perspective
07-28-03
Capital
Punishment - An Opposition Viewpoint
08-30-03
Presidential
Powers and Term Limits
09-19-03
War
or Diplomacy?
05-08-05
In Support of Gay Marriage
Social
Issues:
06-24-03
The
Lack of Common-Courtesy in American Society
08-13-03
Common
Sense is not so Common Afterall
08-22-03
Irresponsible
and Aggressive Driving Practices
08-27-03
The
Absence of True Debate
09-14-03
The
Fallacy of Compromise
10-08-03
Envy
and Jealousy of Successful Individuals
01-21-04
Do
I Have the Right to Judge Another?
11-26-04
Understanding the Value of Laws, Rules, and Regulations