Category: leadership
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Welcome to the Ferengi States of America.
As evidenced by Donald Trump and the Ferengi Rules of acquisition. “Star Trek” and related series documented many of the Ferengi rules. Notice how the Ferengi Rules of Acquisition and Trump’s values overlap repeatedly. (Ferengi rules in bold). What the Nagus (the leader of the capitalist Ferengi species) wants, we acquire.Trump is famous for taking…
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Vichy Republicans: The Rise of Opportunistic Politicians Willing to Defend Lies, Support Harmful Policies, and Say and Do Anything Trump Wants.
“Trump won the election of 2020. The U.S. should seize Greenland, even if it means war. Bombing civilian boats at sea and killing survivors is moral. Ordering Cabinet Secretaries to use the government to harass and persecute opponents who oppose Trump is ok. Blackmailing states and cities to change local policies we disagree with is…
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Christian support for Trump is harming Christianity in America
The author reflects on the response of Southern Christians to Donald Trump, contrasting their support for him with the moral stance they should uphold regarding racism and human dignity. This support damages Christianity’s reputation, alienating non-believers and contributing to the decline of faith in God, as hypocrisy becomes evident through actions taken by Christian leaders…
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Our Treatment of Fellow Americans is Atrocious. We can do better.
I once took a child to McDonalds. The place was busy, with numerous patrons waiting patiently in line to order. A young teenager was working the register and clearly doing the best she could. Suddenly, a customer rushed the counter, hitting the teenage employee in the face with fries while screaming obscenities and demeaning the…
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Love Over Hate: Transforming American Leadership
The author advocates for non-violence, compassion, and unity, emphasizing that leaders should promote harmony over division. They criticize nationalism, racism, and the treatment of prisoners, urging society to embrace love as a fundamental value. Ultimately, the piece calls for a collective rejection of hatred and a commitment to kindness and respect in all interactions. Click…