Illegal vs Inhumane
I understand that truth and evidence are no longer a consistent standard in today’s partisan divide; nevertheless, I refuse to intentionally or consciously use lies, half-truths, inuendo, or implication in sharing my convictions and sincere values. It’s tempting to make assumptions and forego vetting claims from social media and cable news; but I have a couple of dependable friends who call me out when I grow careless. All that being said, here is my honest take on events leading up to and erupting in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Our political process is now based upon narrowly focused obsession rather than overall good. There are basically honest people who base the entire scope of their socio/political and moral foundation on one or two issues while ignoring or even vilifying dozens of other issues that impact people’s lives. Sadly, some of them are so focused on their one or two issues that they are willing to adapt an ends-justifies-the-means ethic: “our side has to win, whateve...