The "global" points are very good. However, I hope feedback from others outside of the initial group is both welcome and considered in good faith.
I am a stickler for precise word use, especially those that denote an all or nothing meaning. In my view, the word "guarantee" is one of these words and in my view, there are no (nor should b…
The "global" points are very good. However, I hope feedback from others outside of the initial group is both welcome and considered in good faith.
I am a stickler for precise word use, especially those that denote an all or nothing meaning. In my view, the word "guarantee" is one of these words and in my view, there are no (nor should be or can be), any "guarantees" in life.
In spending my own career almost entirely in the area of education reform, battling against the status quo and fighting for parental choices of all kinds (and actually bringing options to fruition through my own entrepreneurial efforts), I have come to eventually and deeply believe that "education" needs to be wholly in the hands of parents and extended families. Then and only then might groups of community members come together to further educate. As education topics become more advanced, competition and the provision of teaching and knowledge should evolve and emerge based on what meets the needs of the public (and society) at large. None of this should ever be mandated either - compulsory education should become an idea of the past. Adam Smith's invisible hand should be most at play here; not governmental monopolies.
So...I share all this (which is but a tiny part of my thoughts and philosophy from this deeply personal area of life), to set the stage for my proposed revision to Item 2:
2. Our children are our most valuable treasure, and their childhood and future should be protected first by their parents, then society as a whole, by providing safe haven and ACCESS to all that cultures have to offer, so that they may flourish in any endeavorS they may choose.
And also as a stickler for details, it would be just like me to tweak and tweak again, this one single item. Coming to "consensus" as a group on any set of principles, is indeed perhaps one of society's most challenging (and necessary) tasks that exists, regardless of topic. This is true of a company's mission and corresponding values; it is true of an HOA or any other association; true of churches, community organizations and even families. In a way, it is the making of society's sausage really, and is perhaps perpetually occurring all around us (I think), in ad infinitum.
Merry Christmas to all and a very
Meaningful, Engaging and Exciting New Year!
a2
PS - praying for the safe return of your suitcases, containing every last bit of your possessions.
The "global" points are very good. However, I hope feedback from others outside of the initial group is both welcome and considered in good faith.
I am a stickler for precise word use, especially those that denote an all or nothing meaning. In my view, the word "guarantee" is one of these words and in my view, there are no (nor should be or can be), any "guarantees" in life.
In spending my own career almost entirely in the area of education reform, battling against the status quo and fighting for parental choices of all kinds (and actually bringing options to fruition through my own entrepreneurial efforts), I have come to eventually and deeply believe that "education" needs to be wholly in the hands of parents and extended families. Then and only then might groups of community members come together to further educate. As education topics become more advanced, competition and the provision of teaching and knowledge should evolve and emerge based on what meets the needs of the public (and society) at large. None of this should ever be mandated either - compulsory education should become an idea of the past. Adam Smith's invisible hand should be most at play here; not governmental monopolies.
So...I share all this (which is but a tiny part of my thoughts and philosophy from this deeply personal area of life), to set the stage for my proposed revision to Item 2:
2. Our children are our most valuable treasure, and their childhood and future should be protected first by their parents, then society as a whole, by providing safe haven and ACCESS to all that cultures have to offer, so that they may flourish in any endeavorS they may choose.
And also as a stickler for details, it would be just like me to tweak and tweak again, this one single item. Coming to "consensus" as a group on any set of principles, is indeed perhaps one of society's most challenging (and necessary) tasks that exists, regardless of topic. This is true of a company's mission and corresponding values; it is true of an HOA or any other association; true of churches, community organizations and even families. In a way, it is the making of society's sausage really, and is perhaps perpetually occurring all around us (I think), in ad infinitum.
Merry Christmas to all and a very
Meaningful, Engaging and Exciting New Year!
a2
PS - praying for the safe return of your suitcases, containing every last bit of your possessions.