World wars, “civil” wars, genocides, ethnic cleansings, witch hunts, inquisitions, crusades, colonialism,…
… the slave trade, final solutions, killing fields, extermination camps, and ground zeros…
… to name but a few.
The message should be delivered to our children loud and clear–in word and image–and with sufficient force to make them sick: THIS is what happens when you follow the crowd, blindly do as you’re told, and don’t ask why.
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Take the risk of thinking for yourself. Much more happiness, truth, beauty, and wisdom will come to you that way. (Christopher Hitchens)
Thanks a million for adding some timeless inspiration from Hitch, mate. 🤜🤛
Love Hitchens; miss his debates. I also love that quote. Unfortunately, if Covid taught me anything, the first thing that people ditch when trouble or a crisis arises is their own agency. I try to hold onto mine steadfastly, but it’s a tough sell.
Thanks for adding your perspective, Michael. Alas, your observation of human nature is dead one. Love Hitchens, too… one of my heroes. Cheers!