Building Belief

     Remember growing up and hearing "Sticks and stones may break my bones but names can never hurt me?"  It's a lie. No time today to look up the research on that, but even in our hearts and souls we know the truth. Which is why in particular I'm  astounded that so many supposed leaders are willing to say things about their opponents, let alone some TV news channels and talk radio hosts who just completely make up
stories and say the most offensive lies possible to meet their personal agendas.  What's worse is folks who believe falsehoods as fact off :10 sound bytes.
    Knowing directly how much impact words have I'd rather find a way to collaborate and plant seeds of hope that build a better future than destroy or cause damage.  I'm not naive: hypocrits, greed, and self-interest are pervasive and dominant in American society but doesn't have to be and isn't everywhere. 
     I just believe we are, and can be, more.  Better.  Builders of belief that creates a future different from today.  If only congress could learn to read.

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  1. UnknownApril 2, 2013 at 9:25 AM

    I don't know what's worse....that they lie or that people believe the lies!

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  2. JagodaApril 2, 2013 at 10:37 PM

    Words matter and names are powerful. Some people are very good at making untruths sound real. Then there are people like you who walk a hopeful path.
    Fellow Z-to-Zer Jagoda from http://www.conflicttango.com

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  3. DL ShacklefordApril 2, 2013 at 10:45 PM

    It is scary what falsehoods people will believe. They also seem to forget history fairly quick. McCarthyism should have made a permanent impression.

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  4. AnonymousApril 2, 2013 at 10:55 PM

    It is a sad commentary that as long as lies get the victory they are acceptable. Thoughtful post.

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  5. Dana MartinApril 3, 2013 at 12:39 AM

    Just found you during my A-Z blogging challenge homework to tour new sites. Have to say that I like how you express yourself. I will definitely be back.

    Looking forward to "C."

    Dana
    Waiter, drink please!




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  6. AnonymousApril 4, 2013 at 7:16 AM

    Here in Ireland it's the same.
    the media, the political spin, the backstage intrigue
    You have to wonder if anyone knows what it really going on!

    auntyamo
    http://ficticiousamo.wordpress.com/

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