First Thoughts

Just to get this blog started, I think I'll put down some initial thoughts. I plan to elaborate on these and many other things as time goes by. I just need to get the writing started.

Here goes ...

Lets start with some politics. I'm always amused at how politics seems to always drag religion into the mix of human emotions, needs, and problems. It's like throwing gasoline on the fire. Once religion is introduced, rational thought is out the window. Ever try to solve a problem by hoping it goes away or solves itself? That's a lot like applying religious beliefs and assumptions to dealing with real life issues of helping to manage a civilization. It just doesn't work.

And yes, I said "managing a civilization", because that is what politics is all about. Even the tiniest local jurisdiction that has a governing organization plays a part in the overall development of national and international life. Politics is important in making the machinery of societies function. It oils the gears and helps to make progress (whatever that may be). Religion has been used by astute rulers and politicians to nudge the population in certain directions, taking advantage of the tendency of believers to be credulous, accepting without question the dictates of authority.

So, what do I think about politics today? More in upcoming posts.