All Blog Articles, arranged here by Year and Month.

September 2024

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Greed, Conflict, and Resource Wars: Is Humanity Heading Toward Self-Destruction? A conversation.

  From the perspective of the Torah, what is the justification for the creation of Israel and it's current/continued slaughter of the Palestinians? The Torah itself, as part of the Hebrew Bible read more..

40

Embracing Uniqueness: Breaking Free from the Herd Mentality

Why do I constantly measure myself against others? I am unique, as is every human being. Not just now, but throughout all history and the future, there will never be another person exactly like me. Th... read more..

45

Freedom - a word much used, but with little thought or understanding

What is "Freedom"? I often hear it used, but clearly there are many ideas of what it means: Here are 10 different definitions or views of freedom: 1. **Political Freedom**: The absence of oppression... read more..

44

Reducing Duplication Costs in Switzerland’s Political System

Analysing the cost of duplication within the three tiers of Switzerland’s politics involves understanding the structure of Swiss governance: federal, cantonal, and municipal levels. Each level has its... read more..

37

Switzerland’s Climate Challenge: Rising Catastrophes and Migration

Switzerland, like much of the world, is grappling with the accelerating impacts of climate change. The country has set ambitious goals, including reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030 compa... read more..

29

Switzerland’s Political Stagnation: A Nation Stuck in Neutral

Switzerland, renowned for its scenic beauty, wealth, and stability, often prides itself on being a model of democracy and neutrality. However, beneath this polished exterior lies a political system th... read more..

31

The Chaos of Political Arrogance and Greed in a Broken World

In my view, politicians often fall into one of two categories: either they’re incredibly arrogant, believing they have all the answers, or they’re driven by greed, looking to get what they can from th... read more..

39

Global Governance Trends: Democracy, Autocracy, and Hybrids

This is a list of countries categorized as democratic, autocratic, and hybrid/flawed democracies, including their leaders and populations. Just simple facts. Make what you will out of this information... read more..

38

Global Imbalance: Hunger, Obesity, and Biodiversity Loss

The imbalance between resource distribution, environmental degradation, and human health reflects a deeply flawed global system driven by economic and political interests rather than the common good. ... read more..

39

Balancing Heart and Mind: The Path to Humanity

I am you, and you are me. We are all connected, sharing the same potential, regardless of our backgrounds or circumstances. The difference lies in how we let our minds and hearts guide us. Too often, ... read more..

40

Zionism vs. Mosaic Law: A Divergence in Principles

I find it deeply troubling that the ongoing violence and terror in Gaza seem to completely disregard the ethical and moral principles laid out in the Mosaic laws, the very foundation of Judaism. These... read more..

35

The Unseen War: Palestine’s Struggle for Justice

I'm deeply disturbed and angered by the ongoing violence perpetrated by the Zionist government in Israel. It's impossible to ignore the countless war crimes being committed, yet the world seems paraly... read more..

40

Collective Guilt: Racism, Refugees, and History’s Weight

James Baldwin’s insights into collective guilt, historical legacies, and systemic racism extend beyond the contexts of racial inequality in countries like the USA, Australia, and the Israeli-Palestini... read more..

42

The Illusion of Control and the Power of Choice

I look around and see a world that has flipped its moral compass. What was once considered good is now seen as bad, and vice versa. The lines between right and wrong are blurred by narratives that fav... read more..