The Economy: Who Needs Leprechauns When They Have Capitalism and Corruption?

There are several legends, myths, or fairy tales about leprechauns. But the story that almost everybody knows is the one about catching these wicked, tricky little guys and forcing them to give you their pot of gold, which is at the end of the rainbow. The tale is supposedly a warning against greed or being greedy, that clearly … everybody ignores!

(NOTE: Content published in 2022, but updated with social media posts dated 2026. The blog post title was changed to include "Corruption".)

Many people call Facebook “Facebookistan” because it’s like a whole other country in and of itself and should have its own flag. But you know? So is Google! The corporation is really woven into the fabric of our world. People criticize capitalism in favor of socialism, communism, or other forms of government in which they believe wealth among citizens will be equitably apportioned.

QUESTION: Would Google and Facebook even exist if it weren’t for the entrepreneurial spirit nurtured by capitalism?

ANSWER: NOT ALL capitalists are wicked overlord imperialist dogs.

Also, I never really bought into that claim that 99% of the population are poor folks, and all the riches and wealth belong to only “The One Percent” of the citizenry in the USA, which is a capitalist country. Please! Every country, regardless of its government or economy, has the 3-Tier system.

Tier 1: Wealthy people at the top.

Tier 2: Poor people at the bottom.

Tier 3: Folks who are managing to get by on what they make with a little bit extra to spend on “wants”.

You know it’s true! Neither the French Revolution nor the Communists got rid of the bourgeoisie. A word like “oligarch” is not an archaic expression. It is a word in our current vocabulary that applies to certain people TODAY!

Greedy people know no boundary lines and have no respect for any form of government. If they can find a way to exploit and access ill-gotten gain, it doesn’t matter what kind of economic system is in place in any country.

I truly believe that capitalism adds value to any society or nation because people have more freedom to use their talents, skills, and abilities and turn their work efforts into “pots of gold” which can be further translated into philanthropy, humanitarianism, or charity.

Why can’t we all be allowed to use our God-given gifts and talents, to aspire to color our own rainbows, and to create our own pots of gold? It’s a very reasonable question.

We will always have greedy people in this world. But leprechauns do not exist in this world, and we don’t need them even if they did! We have capitalism!

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P.S. For the record, for all you leprechaun-lovers out there, I am NOT hating on leprechauns. But let’s be clear. Leprechauns (nor the tooth fairy, for that matter) do NOT lead to an increase in individual wealth.

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REFERENCES:

Matthews, Chris. *The Myth of the 1% and the 99%.” Fortune, 2 Mar. 2015, fortune.com/2015/03/02/economic-inequality-myth-1-percent-wealth.

Facts about Leprechauns and Where the Legends Really Came From. ”IrishCentral.com, 23 June 2017, www.irishcentral.com/culture/entertainment/top-ten-facts-about-leprechauns-and-where-the-legends-really-came-from-212728761-237598771.

Capitalism & Freedom by Milton Friedman https://t.co/pGFinjagtY 40th #AnniversaryEdition #FirstEd ~ Friedman (1912-2006) rec'd 1976 Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences for research on consumption analysis, monetary history & theory & the complexity of stabilization policy. pic.twitter.com/7lstYnHoMe

— My Fox Nooze (aka Joie de Vivre Magazine) (@FoxMarks_ATX) January 4, 2020

***THIS IS HAPPENING IN AMERICA AS OF 2026.

“‘Decline is a choice,’ Charles Krauthammer famously said. Donald Trump has chosen decline for the United States, and his trip to China was confirmation of that fact.” www.thebulwark.com/p/youre-gett...

— Bill Kristol (@billkristolbulwark.bsky.social) 2026-05-15T14:55:10.113Z

DOJ created a $1.7 billion “Anti‑Weaponization Fund”, part of a settlement w/ Trump over his IRS lawsuit. Trumponomics. Trickle-down corruption. #POTUS #Trump🐐🟠 - Think it's OK to destroy this "one nation under God"? Did your spiritual advisor tell you to GO FOR IT? Let's see how far you go. 😡😡

— [ᴛʀᴇᴀᴛʜʏʟ ꜰᴏx ᴀᴋᴀ ᴄᴍᴏɴᴇʏꜱᴘɪɴɴᴇʀ] 💖 (@cmoneyspinner.bsky.social) 2026-05-18T17:25:16.365Z

And if you plan to break the law in the future, go ahead & apply in advance. Get the paperwork out of the way. 😡😡 #POTUS #Trump🐐🟠 - Are you HAPPY? Your toadies🐸 know how important it is for you to be happy. Esp, Acting #AttorneyGeneral #ToddBlanche. He and #JDVance really vie for your approval?

— [ᴛʀᴇᴀᴛʜʏʟ ꜰᴏx ᴀᴋᴀ ᴄᴍᴏɴᴇʏꜱᴘɪɴɴᴇʀ] 💖 (@cmoneyspinner.bsky.social) 2026-05-20T05:45:32.299Z

Interesting Reading. What Are 'Guardian' Apps?

 The beauty of social media posts is the other "voices" that are NOT in my head.  Many account holders freely share their thoughts and also share links to insightful articles.  We, or at least me ... I have already accepted that AI (artificial intelligence) is here to stay NOW!  So the next step is to try to keep up!  I am active on Bluesky, and someone shared a link to this article:

‘Guardian’ Apps Aim to Stop AI Agents From Going Rogue — The Information

(Image credit: Featured image in the article referenced.)

QUICK SUMMARY: Several AI companies are developing “guardian” or “safety” apps designed to monitor and control increasingly autonomous AI agents. As AI systems gain the ability to take actions on computers—such as browsing the web, sending emails, or executing code—researchers worry these agents could behave unpredictably or cause harm if not supervised. 

New tools from startups and major labs aim to track an agent’s actions in real time, block dangerous behavior, and provide audit trails for accountability. The piece highlights that while these guardrails are promising, they are still in their early stages and may struggle to keep pace with rapidly advancing agent capabilities.

Overall, the article frames these guardian systems as an essential but evolving layer of protection as AI becomes more autonomous.

But What About ...?

OK! Sounds like a wonderful “theory”. But we all know AI can only be used for good if the human mind or HI (human intelligence) using it … is not already corrupted. Care to follow me down this rabbit hole? 

I want to share a link to a Sherlock Holmes mystery (probably AI-generated). Sherlock said, “Someone is teaching the computer to ignore crime.” 

They say, "To err is human.  To forgive divine."  Well, maybe errors can be forgiven.  But what about CRIMES?  Imagine if law enforcement ignored crime because of AI?

Whispering Willows Sleep. “Sherlock Holmes and the Algorithm of Doubt.” YouTube, 31 Dec. 2025.

I do my best to stay informed and up-to-date about the use of AI in our world, and also share my thoughts or perspectives.  Follow on Bluesky.

My Philosophy ~ Patience and Happiness Are Not the Same (Agree or Disagree)

I work at home, and often feel as if I live in the Dark Ages. A typical “happy day” at my house? Wake up. On my laptop from sunup to sundown. In between, break for lunch. While chowing down, I decided to make one more attempt at trying to watch the news online for free. Surfed the Internet for about ten minutes and gave up.

● So what came next?
Next, I decided to play one of my favorite games to amuse myself. What game is that, you ask? Sometimes I type a phrase into the search engine just to see what pops out!

The phrase for the search query was:
“I don’t have the patience to find out what’s happening now!”

The results included a link to a great article.

Patience Is a Virtue, but Don’t Wait to Be Happy by Hannah Eagle

Love it!! The quote or title, I mean. The article was kind of sad, but a real-life incident, and the writer, Hannah Eagle, conveyed her thoughts quite well.

The website is called Tiny Buddha, and the site’s tagline is “Simple wisdom for complex lives.”

As one thing leads to another, my late husband was in the kitchen preparing his midday meal, so I asked him a question:

* “If patience is a virtue, then what is happiness?”

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My late husband was always my in-house wisdom and enlightenment-free resource.

I was very satisfied with his response.

No, I am not going to write out his answer.

♦ Instead, Mr. or Ms. Reader, the question is for you to ponder.

* Patience is to virtue, as happiness is to ______________.

How would you fill in that blank?

Fun Finds on Amazon:

Enesco Kimmidolls

The Enesco Kimmidoll figurine collection was inspired by the traditional kokeshi dolls from northern Japan, with a philosophy of bestowing good fortune. I chose the Patience doll. But they have Hope, Love, Happiness, Optimism, Success, and more! Purchase the wooden doll figurines or keychains, notebooks, and writing pads, etc.

Enesco Kimmidoll Yuzuki Patience Mini Doll Figurine, 2.25″

Patience; My spirit is resolute and calm. By holding tightly to your dreams with quiet tenacity, you show the strength of my spirit. May the gifts of patience be your reward with all the blessings your dreams afford.

Patience • Strength • Calm #giftideas#Handmade #jewelry #gemstone #bracelet blends amazonite, turquoise, aquamarine, & traditional japa malaelements, finished w/ a symbolic elephant charm. https://t.co/5ofqOiQ6MW
Each stone is chosen for its calming, grounding energy, perfect… pic.twitter.com/EiZMQsavtO

— My Shopping Channel (@goshoppingbees) March 14, 2026

Anger Management: Is It OK to Be Angry?

Is it OK to be angry?  Sure!

Getting angry is a natural emotion and reaction.
- Taking out your anger on others is NOT!!
- AND …?? And there is no EXCUSE or REASON for you do it!

IF the source of your anger is social media or constant negativity and your anger is a result of this, that's easy to fix. Don't get on social media AND ignore the negativity. People have “turn off” buttons in their brains!

IF the source of your anger is economic hardship … Do you think you're the ONLY ONE having a hard time?? WELCOME TO THE CLUB!! A lot of people all around the world are experiencing economic hardship. Angrily yelling, screaming, and attacking someone else is not going to fix it!

IF it a mental health matter, GET HELP! Granted, that might be easier said than done, but it's not impossible to do!

(Let me preach a little bit.)

When it comes to people thinking they're suffering, they need to look around them: Do you know why? The Bible says: “Nobody is enduring any temptation that isn't COMMON to man.”

COMMON? That means almost EVERYBODY is going through crap!!

Do you think when you see another person smiling, that it's all good? Maybe yes or or maybe no. That's none of your business!

What is your business is you not taking out your anger on another person. That's under YOUR CONTROL.

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Corruption is a Cancer and Some Countries are Sicker Than Others (An Opinion Piece)

“Why is corruption so hard to remove in our country?”

This question was asked by a person on Facebook. The question and the answer they provided were country-specific. They were discussing the present situation in India and presented an outsider’s point of view on why corruption is an accepted way of life in that country.

I am also an outsider. I live in the United States and have never been to India or to a lot of other places in this world. (Never even been to California.) That doesn’t stop me from having a point of view and my perspective is not country-specific. It’s a world view.

Corruption is a cancer that exists all around the world. ALL countries get sick from it. Some countries are more sick, more than others. But no country is immune to corruption.

In fact, there is no place on earth where people live in a community with rules that should be followed for orderliness, settling disputes, punishing wrongdoing, and living a peaceful happy life, where corruption won’t rear its ugly head. Once it happens …

CORRUPTION is hard to remove in ANY COUNTRY!

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How does corruption occur? It’s the G-men!

We won’t include organized crime, cartels, gangs, and thugs in this discussion. Let’s talk about the other G-men. Not “G” for gangster. “G” for government officials.

First, the corrupt person (one lone individual) provides “fake promises” that will dutifully serve the people; knowing full well that they really only intend to serve themselves and help themselves to whatever they can get!

Once The Corrupt get into their positions and hunker down, they have absolutely no plans for leaving. EVER! Not only that, they surround themselves with supporters who get treats and rewards for “being naughty” FOR THEM.

They build a stronghold of “invisible soldiers”. Invisible? Yes. Quite often you don’t know who’s serving who. It’s not like these people walk around wearing a badge that identifies them.

Then there are those who are NOT supporters but they are too afraid to do anything or speak out against the pernicious acts of the G-men because they fear for their lives or the lives of those they love. It’s just a matter of self-preservation.

As complicated as the matter is, when faced with corruption there are only 3 solutions/choices.

Fight, Flight or Stay.

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Fight. Stand up for your rights and demand change. Some use force, weapons and violence. Some use peaceful nonviolent methods. Either way. THEY FIGHT!

Flight. Leave and go live elsewhere. Hey! Home Sweet Home is wherever you can build it. Mr. Von Trapp was a wealthy man (according to the movie “Sound of Music”)’ but he took his family and left the country anyway!

Stay. Live with it. Not everyone has the physical and mental strength to fight. Not everyone has the means to leave. If you can’t leave and you feel you’re not strong and/or brave enough to fight, then you acquiesce. You resign yourself to the fact that corruption in your daily life is the “normal” and you take each day as it comes. There is a tiny bit of hope buried deep down inside of you that maybe one day you’ll be delivered from evil.

Even though corruption is hard to get rid of, it’s not IMPOSSIBLE!

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The purveyors and perpetrators of corruption can be brought down. I would say brought down low. But The Corrupt are already LOW! They just take their seat in high places.

Cause and effect. If one can eliminate the cause, one can eliminate corruption.

Most people think Divine intervention is too slow, so often a military overthrow is the solution.

But well-known singer/songwriter Sting says that he “never saw a military solution that didn’t end up as something worse”.

So why is it so hard to root out corruption?

Simply put … the root cause of corruption is … Brother Against Brother.

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That’s why it’s so hard. Hard. Not impossible.

Agree or Disagree.

** Since the question on Facebook was specifically about India, here is an interesting link.  India Corruption Rank | 1995-2019 Data | 2020-2022 Forecast | Historical | Chart

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Revisited this content and have a few notes to add JAN 2026.

This would be funny if it weren't for the fact that IT'S NOT FUNNY! Official Top 50 Happiest Countries 2025 www.timeout.com/news/world-h... No surprise USA is not in the #Top10. BIG SURPRISE Israel is on the list. USA is No. 24. Pauvre Greenland. Not on the list. Or is it?🤔 Denmark is No. 2.

— [ᴛʀᴇᴀᴛʜʏʟ ꜰᴏx ᴀᴋᴀ ᴄᴍᴏɴᴇʏꜱᴘɪɴɴᴇʀ] 💖 (@cmoneyspinner.bsky.social) 2026-01-20T23:13:11.221Z

Happy versus Corrupt Countries. Well! Thanks to #POTUS #Trump, #Venezuela might drop off the black list. Also, thanks to Trump, #America might become Number One on the black list. It's just #humor. (Or not.) Sources: thenationonlineng.net/full-list-50... factsinstitute.com/ranking/most...

— [ᴛʀᴇᴀᴛʜʏʟ ꜰᴏx ᴀᴋᴀ ᴄᴍᴏɴᴇʏꜱᴘɪɴɴᴇʀ] 💖 (@cmoneyspinner.bsky.social) 2026-01-20T23:27:41.817Z

Customs was under Dept of Treasury.

Immigration was under Dept of Justice.

Both are now under #HomelandSecurity @DHSgov.
9/11 terrorist attacks were a justification for the reorganization.

Now, ICE agents are the terrorists.❓
Just put things back the way they were!😡 https://t.co/KRcNyiU0lW pic.twitter.com/gQP6F3EUch

— Treathyl Fox (aka cmoneyspinner) ~ #Freelancer (@cmoneyspinner) January 20, 2026

Compelling Questions: HOW or WHY Should Atheism Be Taught?

The Atlantic is a well-known, well-read, and respected American magazine. It was founded in 1857 and for over a century and a half has published articles on a varied range of topics, including politics, religion, culture, and life. "Created as a literary and cultural commentary magazine, it has a reputation in the 21st century for a politically moderate viewpoint in its reporting." (The AtlanticMonthly. EncyclopædiaBritannica.) 

This introductory paragraph was written to supply the stage setting and background for the publication wherein a detailed, lengthy article appeared, which asks an interesting question:  How Should Atheism Be Taught?

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This article was published in "The Atlantic", and that means ignore the words at your own peril.  Here are the main points:

1. First Academic Chair for Atheism: The University of Miami received a $2.2 million gift to endow the first-ever faculty chair specifically for the study of atheism and secularism in the U.S., funded by atheist philanthropist Louis J. Appignani. 

2. Appignani’s Goals: Appignani hopes the chair will help “legitimize” atheism in public and academic life and reduce stigma against atheists in society. He views atheists as a minority that still faces bias. 

3. Definition and Debate: There is debate over what “atheism” actually means and whether the term should be central to the position. Part of the agreement defines atheism as an approach that emphasizes science, logic, and reason, while rejecting appeals to supernatural entities. This raises questions about whether atheism is best studied as an academic subject or primarily as a rejection of theism. 

4. Academic vs. Advocacy Concerns: While Appignani’s intent includes advocacy for nonbelief, the university stresses that the chair should remain academically neutral—not intended to convert students, but to study nonbelief, secular ethics, and related questions. 

5. Broader Context: The creation of the chair highlights the complexity of atheism in America—how definitions vary, how nonbelievers are perceived, and how atheism intersects with broader cultural and intellectual trends.

6. Teaching Atheism in Education: The chair will offer courses exploring topics such as secular ethics, philosophy of science, and the historical and cultural role of atheism—not to promote unbelief, but to foster understanding of nonbelief and its implications.

Read article:  Fattal, Isabel. “How Should Atheism Be Taught?” The Atlantic, Atlantic Media Company, 31 Jan 2018.

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I find the question intriguing. Do you?

My question would have been: WHY Should Atheism Be Taught?

I also found this article disappointing on a number of levels. The arguments presented did not inspire a call to action or demand for change, or offer any suggestions to make the world a better place. It sounded a tad-bit whiny.

Obviously, this is my smug, self-righteous opinion. (LOL. 😄) Someone else might read the same material, grab a picket sign, and head straight to the steps of the US Capitol in Washington, D.C.

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LouisJ. Appignani is a wealthy octogenarian living in Florida, who told the article writer, Isabel Fattal, the story of his conversion to atheism. By his definition or understanding, atheists are people who are secularists, critical thinkers with *humanistic values* who believe in *rational scientific reasoning* and none of that hog-washed faith mumbo jumbo that is *the substance of things hoped for and the evidence of things not seen*.

Here is an argument presented / statement by him to prove that atheists are ostracized in America.

• "If [someone said] ‘I’m an atheist, and I’m running for Congress,’ they wouldn’t get elected today."

Appignani indicated that as of 2016, about half the American citizenry said that if a political candidate indicated that he or she was an atheist, they would likely not vote for them to serve in a political office.

👉Hmmm? Well! I guess that's proof of being ostracized.

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Appignani seems to think people just don't understand atheists or atheism, and his remedy or solution to this problem is to "legitimize the word ‘atheism’" in the public sphere. Because people are confused about the definition, and if you're going to level the playing field, the first thing you need to do is establish the foundation you intend to build on and get everybody UNconfused. HOW? (Hence the title of the article: *How Should Atheism Be Taught?*)

• This is HOW. In 2016, Appignani gave a $2.2 million gift to an institution of higher learning, which marked a first time in American history that a faculty position has been endowed specifically for the study of atheism.

👍Hmmm? Well! That should stop the ostracism.

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You don't have to be American to answer.

If your country held elections and one of the candidates declared that he or she was an atheist, would you vote for them?

Think on it.  

Or not.

Is the Big Bang Theory to be Believed as Truth?

Do you watch The Big Bang Theory? It's that comedy TV show about a bunch of nerdy scientists who live together and attend the same educational institution. I am not a regular viewer, but if I am up at night and flipping channels and land on the channel at the right time, I'll watch it. I like the guy named Sheldon. He's from Texas. That means he's not only smart about science, but he knows all about football. Because in Texas, football is a religion. LOL.

Anyway! Connecting the dots, I read an interesting article by a fellow writer about the Big Bang . Sharing the link below. In addition, I left comments on the article, which I am re-sharing in this blog post.

Why The Big Bang is one of the most widely Accepted Scientific Theories of our time | Read.Cash

The Big Bang is the most accepted scientific “theory” because there are so many people in the world who choose not to believe the scientific “facts” clearly outlined in the Genesis account of the Creation, the origin of the universe.

The other fact is that there would be many unemployed scientists if they did not say they were working on trying to substantiate the theory. The Big Bang Theory was introduced in 1927. Ironically, it was supposed to provide proof that the biblical account was correct, i.e. religion and science need not contradict each other. Only people started asking more questions and debating it. NASA has people employed whose “job” is to study The Big Bang. Of course, NASA is not the organization in the world with scientists and researchers working on this. Big Bang news and updates are published regularly in publications like Science Daily.

You either believe one or the other. Either the universe was the result of an explosion that created order out of chaos, OR it was the result of the orderly thinking of a Supreme Intelligent Being. Supreme, meaning that Being is wasy smarter than all of us! You can't believe both! As “a theist”, I believe the latter.

Also, I disagree that it is more important to identify the “bad science”. Anybody can come up with pseudoscience. You don't even have to be a scientist to come up with a bad scientific theory about anything! The search for truth is far more important and a much more worthwhile endeavor. Besides, how can you possibly identify the bad science WHEN you don't know what the good science is in the first place?

"... keep that which is committed to thy trust, avoiding profane and vain babblings, and oppositions of science falsely so called ..." (1 Tim 6: 20)

RELATED LINKS:

• A Science Odyssey: People and Discoveries: Big bang theory was introduced in 1927

• The Big Bang | NASA Science Mission Directorate

• What Astronomers Are Still Discovering About the Big Bang Theory | At the Smithsonian | Smithsonian Magazine

Thoughts About (the Impossibility of?) Quality Healthcare in the USA

Dr.Jess Steier published an article via Medium.com titled "ThreeThings I Learned Debating RFK Jr.’s Health Policies". It is an excellent read. After reading, I left a few comments. My thoughts shared at the article are also published below. I would like my comments to be seen by my JDV blog visitors, who don't visit the Medium platform.

Article excerpt:

First, Americans are desperate for change. Over and over again, speakers cited obesity rates, chronic disease statistics, and a general sense that our health system is failing. The overall message was clear: something is broken and needs fixing. …

MY Comments:

A candid critique of America's healthcare system, exploring the roots of obesity, the neglect of chronic disease, and the urgent need for reform. It and challenges leaders like RFK Jr. to prioritize the health of ALL citizens.

It is rare that obesity is the result of genetics or an illness. Americans eat a lot of food. Because we have an abundance, we don't practice moderation. That's the crux of the matter.

As for chronic disease, this is a health matter that should be thoroughly examined. But We the People must hold our breath, hoping and praying that RFK Jr. actually does the job he's been tasked to do.

As for the health system failing? Other countries have healthcare systems that don't fail their citizens. Instead of treating health like health, in the USA, it's treated like Big Business. AMERICA HAS NO EXCUSE FOR FAILING ITS CITIZENS. The health of all citizens should be a PRIORITY!! But it's not! Quality healthcare is for those who can pay for it and for overweight presidents.

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Orignal source

Revisiting the Brown v. Board of Education (1954) SCOTUS Decision 70 Years Later

Brown v. Board of Education (1954) is a landmark Supreme Court case in the United States that addressed racial segregation in public schools. SCOTUS led by Chief Justice Earl Warren, ruled unanimously that racial segregation in public schools was unconstitutional. The Court held that "separate but equal" facilities, a doctrine established by the earlier Plessy v. Ferguson decision in 1896, were inherently unequal and thus violated the Equal Protection Clause of the 14th Amendment. This decision was a crucial moment in the American civil rights movement, but NOT a “shining moment” in American history.  Let me 'splain WHY.

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“Importantly, the Brown v. Board decision did not extend its scope beyond public schools. The ruling specifically addressed educational institutions and did not mandate integration across other public facilities or societal sectors.” (Quote Source)

This is true. The historic Supreme Court decision in Brown v. Board of Education (1954) did not extend BEYOND the scope of public schools.  How convenient!

This is NOT a “shining moment” in American history, particularly with respect to historic decisions made by the Supreme Court. But it does shine a light on the lengths people who hold a position of authority will go to make sure “certain people” stay on TOP while “certain others” are kept down, have doors closed in their faces, etc. It's a "convenient tool" to ensure that oppression, unfair discrimination, and inequality are BUILT INTO THE SYSTEM. 

The history of legal decisions made in America, from the Supreme Court, all the way down to the lesser courts, is PROOF of this country's HYPOCRISY.

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Whereas the pledge of allegiance and the constitution use words to PROMOTE and PROMISE ideals like justice, liberty, and equality … the legal decisions show that WE THE PEOPLE DON'T PRACTICE WHAT WE PREACH!!

Although … to be fair ... not all Americans are hypocrites. Some of US really do believe those words in the pledge and the Constitution.

But it is a very "inconvenient truth" when the ones who are hypocrites are in positions of authority and power. The Brown v Board decision is the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth. An extremely accurate historical record for US ALL.

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NOTE: The remarks above were my comments left at an article published via Medium.com titled: “implications of the Brown v. Board of Education decision”. I am repeating them here because they bear repeating. (Original Source)

Separate: The Story of Plessy v. Ferguson, and America's Journey from Slavery to Segregation https://t.co/EY1bjkc2qB #history #markers and #reminders #BooksWorthReading #Project2025 wants to do away with the Dept of Education. WHY? Is it so bad that it NEEDS to be SCRAPPED? pic.twitter.com/sIwPwToVeW

— Treathyl Fox (aka cmoneyspinner) ~ #Freelancer (@cmoneyspinner) August 3, 2024

Isn't it SILLY that a country as diverse as America, even has to discuss DEI?
Even SILLIER? That a country as diverse as America even had to pass a Civil Rights Act.
The SILLLIEST? When people ACT LIKE there's no problem when the PROBLEM IS SO OBVIOUS.

— Treathyl Fox (aka cmoneyspinner) ~ #Freelancer (@cmoneyspinner) August 3, 2024

NOTE: I wonder if Musk had a problem with apartheid being forced on kids without parental consent. Of course, he'll undoubtedly use the excuse that when it happened, he was just a kid himself.

Thoughts About Euthanasia, Abortions, and Botched Executions

Kenny Minker published an article via Medium.com titled "The Global Shift Toward Legalizing Euthanasia Is Moving Fast". It is an excellent read. After reading, I left a few comments.  My thoughts shared at the article are also published below.  I would like my comments to be seen by my JDV blog visitors, who don't visit the Medium platform.

I've always been curious about euthanasia.

I have heard stories about abortion clinics. Sometimes when the fetus is surgically removed from the womb, it is late enough in the pregnancy that the little baby human has a heartbeat and lungs. In other words, the baby removed from the womb is ALIVE! The babies even cry. In those cases, they place the living babies in a dark room and let them LITERALLY … CRY THEMSELVES TO DEATH!!

Some might think that's not murder. Some might say it's a type of euthanasia, a mercy killing. After all, the baby wasn't wanted in this world anyway! So what if they survived a violent abortion? You know? SO WHAT!!

So suppose when administering euthanasia for a full-grown person ~ a senior citizen, a middle-aged adult, a young adult, a teenager, or a person of any age, old enough to be living outside of the womb. Suppose after whatever it is that the doctor does to put the patient to death … THEY DON'T DIE!!

What should be done? Take a sledgehammer and bash the person's head in. Take a sharp blade and chop off the person's head. Throw them off the top of a skyscraper.

DID YOU KNOW? Prisoners on death row have survived lethal injections or other forms of botched executions.

DID YOU KNOW? If the death row prisoners survived their execution, do you know that there are people who would argue that the law should not allow another attempt to execute. Because it would be “cruel and unusual punishment”.

What would be the law of a person SURVIVED A MERCY KILLING?

Yeah yeah yeah … there were official bona-fide health records with doctors and nurses certifying up and down that that patient was never going to make it! They were going to dwindle and wither away in great pain and agony. We all know records kept by human beings can never be falsified. Right?

We all know that family members would never contemplate getting rid of another family member because taking care of them is not only expensive, but burdensome and inconvenient. Family will always show mercy when it's their family. Right?

* Have you ever thought that some deaths that have occurred by way of LEGAL euthanasia were NOT actually and genuinely for the sake of showing mercy to the poor suffering individual?

* Have you ever wondered about how many people would “conveniently” die from legalized “mercy killings” if euthanasia were legal all around the world?

If doctors really had the power over life and death, why is it they usually tell families and loved ones: “I've done all that I can do. Now we just have to wait.” OR "I've done all that I can do. But I couldn't save them."

Death with dignity? Uh huh.

Euthanasia is really just Murder dressed up to look like an act of mercy.

Life and death are acts of God.

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