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“We Are Young”—Anthem Without a Cause?
Posted by on May 17, 2012
The catchy chart topper seems to be about changing the world—and our world definitely needs changing! But a closer look reveals more of the same old sins that have made the world what it is today. Isn’t it time to fight for true values?
“We are young,” declares the song. It speaks of young people who plan to set the world on fire. The words are simple, and the music is very catchy, with a...
Prioritizing Profit Over People
Posted by on May 14, 2012
News reports have exposed some companies that place profit above proper treatment of people. How challenging is it for businesses to be their brother’s keeper while also trying to maximize quarterly profits?
A purely profit-motivated business owner will probably identify with the following model of success:
1. Find an in-demand skill or product.
2. Sell the skill or product for...
Israel’s New Coalition
Posted by on May 10, 2012
In a surprise move, Benjamin Netanyahu formed a national unity government with rivals to the left and right. How will this affect the Middle East? When will peace come?
Middle Eastern politics took an unexpected turn on Tuesday (May 8) as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu surprised political observers by announcing the formation of a broad-based political coalition.
In an...
French Presidential Election May Reconfigure Europe
Posted by on May 9, 2012
Socialist party leader François Hollande is the new president of France, replacing conservative Nicolas Sarkozy. This election may well have significant repercussions not only for the future of France, but also for the future of Europe.
Newly elected French President François Hollande is promising a major change in France’s response to the economic crisis. Outgoing President Nicolas Sarkozy...
99 Percent and 1 Percent Equal Chaos
Posted by on May 1, 2012
The war of words and policies goes on between those defending the richest 1 percent and those exposing the plight of the 99 percent. Words like hatred, jealousy and greed are thrown back and forth at whim. Could the Bible, of all places, provide some insight in this area?
The issue of income disparity between the richest of the rich and the rest of us has come to a boiling point in the last...
