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But seriously though... We live in interesting times. We can expect a majority of the response to today's news about President Biden dropping out of the presidential race to be politically informed. I think the really interesting and insightful stuff will avoid all that, because politically biased takes are often flawed, boring, and predictable. I wrote a post just last week riffing on things I have learned about indigenous views of leadership—particularly in how transient that role was in certain cultures. How the torch could be passed on the basis that relationship had changed, rather than attempting to force relationship on the basis of role. Consider what it means to respect those who decline to pursue power rather than on the basis of having attained power.

https://lnkd.in/eBympSCS This is a call to action for our elected leaders to lower the temperature and serve as role models for the public good, and for the media to resist the temptation to publicize violent rhetoric and instead report news guided by real facts and truth. It is part of return2respect's movement to focus on a more positive future where everyone belongs, where inspiration and incentive can thrive and where we can be more than our politics. https://lnkd.in/eBympSCS

Dear Mr. Trump, I write to express my concerns about your political approach, which seems more focused on spectacle than on meaningful governance. While your media-driven style captivates attention, it primarily benefits those who thrive on the relaxation of regulations, business entanglements, and the sensationalism that often overshadows substantive leadership. Your administration's indulgence in extravagance and headline-grabbing tactics may serve short-term interests, but it neglects the serious, long-term challenges facing both the United States and the world. The global community needs leadership rooted in justice, equality, and the common good—qualities that are often lost in the pursuit of personal or political gain. The world is at a critical juncture, facing issues that demand thoughtful, steady leadership, not merely attention-grabbing sound bites. I urge you to consider the lasting impact of your actions and to reflect on the legacy you wish to leave. History will judge us not by the noise we make, but by the enduring impact of our choices. Sincerely, Sam Kalifi A Global Citizen

Sunday share: Accountability, the first step in regaining credibility At the end of 2023, visible glimmers of hope are emerging that accountability will return to Britain’s and America’s democratic processes. An aspect of the inflection point these countries and many other democracies face, accountability may help restore faith in our leadership. Another important aspect of accountability is our own, whether that be in leadership roles or as members of engaged society. 2024 is a pivotal year for politics in Britain and America. I am a political hobbyist, at best, but in recognition of my accountability and responsibility as a citizen of the Locke/Hobbes system, I intend to commit to understanding exactly what values I share with the political leaders and the mandate they seek my vote to support. To support that endeavour, this week I read James O’Briens ‘How they Broke Britain’. Although emotional and sometimes disjointed, his analysis of the last decade or so in politics and the impact of media moguls on society is packaged brilliantly, equally disturbing and disappointing, and sometimes outright shocking. I recommend reading it as part of your vote determination. Accountability: to work it needs to go both ways.

'A kid with a stutter from modest beginnings in Scranton, Pennsylvania, and in Claymont, Delaware, one day (sits) behind the Resolute Desk in the Oval Office as the President of the United States, but here I am.' Politics is complicated, and there's a great deal more in this moment than Joe Biden's stutter, but for me, as another Joe with a stutter, that's the phrase that stood out. Every stutter is different, as every person is different, and Joe Biden's ability to deal with his is different from others. But still. There is a story for those of us with speech disfluencies that anything is possible. More complicated, there is the way that Joe with a stutter convinced other people to accept that different ways of speaking are not an indicator of anything other than how you talk. Joe Biden did what he did largely by minimizing his stutter and managing it, others of us deal with it differently. Today I spoke at the World Congress of Comparative Education Societies, and I stuttered. People listened, and it was okay, and we had a great conversation, learning and sharing. So that's it. We're getting better, lets keep on. Speaking confidently, though its hard. Listening with inclusiveness, because its positive for us and we learn. Telling and listening to each others' stories is how we get to where we want to go. Thanks Joe. #stutter #stammer #WCCES #JoeBiden #speechdisfluency #listen

Some people think making noise on social media is the way to influence the outcomes of an election. They count numbers, and observe trends. They use that to very correctly measure public sentiment. But they forget, or maybe they don’t know, that Media is only one of seven ways to influence the outcomes of an election. If you feel like your party has been cheated right now, it is because of one thing only: Your opponents have been deeply entrenched in all the other six ways for decades. They are miles ahead of you. If you really want to see change, then you need to get personally involved. Learn about the seven spheres of societal influence. Find people who share similar ideals, and begin to intentionally orchestrate your position in one or all of them- if you want to protect the values you hold dear. And remember that you have some catching up to do. So, what are these 7 mountains of influence? - Religion/Faith - Family - Education - Government & Law - Media, News, & Commentary - Arts & Entertainment - Business & Economics Wake up. Seeing change requires intentionality, not just talk.

It’s a Context Dependent Decision

How does a celebrated author and intellectual become a leading contender for Donald Trump's Vice Presidential pick? In my latest article, I unravel the remarkable transformation of Senator J.D. Vance. From his early days as a critic of Trump to his current status as a key figure in the MAGA movement, Vance's journey is a fascinating look at the shifting tides of American politics. Discover how the author of "Hillbilly Elegy" navigated his path to prominence and what it means for the future of the GOP. Read more to understand the story behind this highly unexpected political evolution.

There's Bad Dominance; & we know who represents that! But there's Good Democratic Dominance. Read this article & you'll know what that is:

A fascinating conversation between Chris Williamson and Eric Weinstein that I watched the other day. I had a sense, but not nearly this level of awareness, that String Theory had been revealing itself more and more to be a dead end (from a practical usage perspective). The parallels Eric draws though, between that theory, which has evidently been guarded by academia and the consensus of a scientific community from any possible forms of real scrutiny or analysis, along side the commonality Eric points out in many realms of society, where things are basically "crazy". But you're not "allowed" to say anything about it, or the social ramifications of it may be too high if you even mention it. Using the "move along everybody, nothing to see here" metaphor of an accident scene official, when what they really mean is "act as if there is nothing to see here, and just go on about your day" while everyone can plainly see the mayhem behind the taped off scene. This extends to many areas, but unsurprisingly, often to a typical one, which I will only mention here because it is through this lens in particular, or most especially the utter lack of any sense of gradation or critical thinking when applying it, that truth and logic and ideal outcomes become obfuscated by 2nd, 3rd and 4th order consequences that are almost counter intuitive to predict at times, as Chris Williamson points out. This is of course the lens of political view points, which are kind of a riot to even bring up, because had the Overton window not shifted so dramatically these last few decades, I believe the democrats could be split up into actual conservative (Center left but let's be real the center is to the Right at this point) and more progressive leftists. And I say this as someone who was a registered independent for many , many years until I was forced to change it to vote. But yes, I will not full on call myself a democrat, as that's not fully accurate, but I do believe in preserving democracy and that's the team right now that's interested in that. But to Eric's original point, on both sides, in cases, it is pretty wild. The entire Harvard situation and the lack of the ability to even discuss that critically. Going back to 2nd and 3rd order consequences, things that could be intended as "well meaning" can become exploitable pathways, or if not that, at least not as critically evaluated ones, for fear of said labels or judgments alluded to above. Or, knowing, and working with people who happily support a party that just had literal n*zis at their CPAC conference.. Like, we are just supposed to act like this is normal? I'm literally sitting next to someone(s) who have claimed a team and ideology that is willfully allowing literal n*zi proliferation and fascist ideology, and people just dap them up and act like everything is normal. It is such a bizarre, bizarre situation this world we are in currently.